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Paradise

TAS 7306 • Tasmania

126
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandPeacefulAgricultural
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About Paradise

Paradise is a small rural locality in the Kentish Council area of north-west Tasmania, located approximately 33 kilometres south of Devonport. Covering around 40 square kilometres in the foothills near Mount Roland, the locality has a population of 126 and is set amid the scenic agricultural countryside of the Forth Valley. Paradise takes its name from early white settler Reuben Austen, who gazed upon the mountain vista and proclaimed the land a paradise — a sentiment that lingers in the area's beauty today.

The locality sits in a region known for its lush dairying land, apple orchards, and dramatic mountain backdrops, with the iconic Mount Roland rising to the south-west. Nearby Sheffield — Tasmania's 'Town of Murals' — is a short drive away and offers shops, cafes, and galleries. The Dasher River skirts the northern boundary, and the area forms part of a broader agricultural community that values the quiet, rural lifestyle and stunning natural scenery of Tasmania's north-west.

Paradise falls under postcode 7306 and is governed by the Kentish Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyons, while state elections fall under the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7306
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kentish
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.47°, 146.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.50 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7306

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7306, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,433
Median 2023–24
$47,943
▲ 28.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,591

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7306; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (limited) — Devonport (connecting to Launceston and Hobart) ~35 min to Devonport

Commute to Devonport CBD

Distance
33 km
By Train
No train service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
30–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ Route via Sheffield and Claude Road to Devonport. Spirit of Tasmania ferry operates from Devonport to Melbourne. Launceston is approximately 90 km to the south-east.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality where a car is essential; Sheffield (10 km) and Devonport (33 km) provide the nearest services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
126
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paradise known for? +

Paradise is known for its stunning natural setting beneath Mount Roland in north-west Tasmania. The area is characterised by rich dairy farmland, orchards, and picturesque valley scenery, and takes its name from settler Reuben Austen's remark about the beauty of the mountain vista.

How far is Paradise from Devonport? +

Paradise is approximately 33 kilometres south of Devonport, making it a 25–40 minute drive via Sheffield and the Claude Road. Devonport serves as the nearest regional hub and ferry terminal.

Does Paradise have public transport? +

There is no rail service in Tasmania. Very limited coach services operate through the area, primarily via Sheffield (about 10 km away) and connecting to Devonport. A car is essential for everyday life in Paradise.

What is the population of Paradise? +

According to the 2021 Census, Paradise has a population of 126 people. It is a small rural community gazetted as a locality in 1965.

Is Paradise a good place to live? +

Paradise appeals to those who value a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by spectacular Tasmanian scenery. Its proximity to Sheffield, Devonport's services, and the beauty of Mount Roland and the Forth Valley make it an attractive option for those seeking country living in Tasmania's north-west.

What is the postcode for Paradise? +

The postcode for Paradise, Tasmania is 7306.