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Ouse

TAS 7140 • Tasmania

326
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
440.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHistoricPeaceful

About Ouse

Ouse is a small rural village in Tasmania's Central Highlands, situated on the banks of the Ouse River at the junction of the Lyell Highway (A10) and Victoria Valley Road, approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Hamilton. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 326 residents spread across a vast locality of around 440 square kilometres, reflecting the open pastoral and agricultural character of the Central Highlands district. The area falls within the Central Highlands Council local government area, one of Tasmania's most sparsely populated and scenically dramatic regions.

The Lyell Highway — which links Hobart to Queenstown through Tasmania's rugged interior — passes directly through Ouse, giving the village a well-connected position for travellers and residents alike, with Hobart approximately 110 kilometres to the south-east. The community is small and self-contained, with a service station, hotel, and basic amenities catering to locals and highway travellers. Ouse appeals to those who value Tasmania's remote highland landscapes, including the nearby Meadowbank Lake and Derwent River valley walking country, alongside a genuinely quiet and unhurried country lifestyle.

Ouse falls under postcode 7140 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Prosser) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7140
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Prosser)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.54°, 146.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
440.50 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TassieLink coach (Hobart–Queenstown via Lyell Highway) — Hobart / Queenstown Approx. 1.5 hours to Hobart

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
No train service in Tasmania; TassieLink coach from Ouse to Hobart approx. 1.5 hours
By Car (Peak)
1.25–1.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.25 hours

🛣️ Lyell Highway (A10) is the main route to Hobart; road can be icy in winter

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote highland village where a car is essential; limited on-site amenities with Hamilton 15 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
326
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ouse known for? +

Ouse is known as a quaint historic village on the Lyell Highway in Tasmania's Central Highlands, set on the banks of the Ouse River. It is a recognised stop on the highway between Hobart and Queenstown, valued for its peaceful rural setting and access to the surrounding highland landscapes, including Meadowbank Lake and the Derwent River valley.

How far is Ouse from Hobart? +

Ouse is approximately 110 kilometres north-west of Hobart via the Lyell Highway (A10), making it around a 1 to 1.5 hour drive through the scenic Derwent Valley.

Does Ouse have public transport? +

Tasmania has no passenger rail network. TassieLink coach services operate along the Lyell Highway, connecting Ouse to Hobart and Queenstown. However, a car is the most practical way to live in and travel around the locality.

What is the population of Ouse? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ouse has a population of 326 residents across a very large locality of approximately 440 square kilometres in the Central Highlands Council area, reflecting its remote, low-density pastoral character.

Is Ouse a good place to live? +

Ouse suits those seeking a genuinely remote and peaceful lifestyle in Tasmania's Central Highlands, with the Lyell Highway providing reasonable connectivity to Hobart. The surrounding highland scenery, rivers, and lakes are a major drawcard, though residents need to be comfortable with limited local amenities and reliance on a car.

What is the postcode for Ouse? +

The postcode for Ouse is 7140, which covers Ouse and surrounding localities in Tasmania's Central Highlands region.