Perth
TAS 7300 • Rest of TAS
About Perth
Perth is a historic township in Tasmania's Northern Midlands, located 20 kilometres south of Launceston along the Midland Highway. Not to be confused with its Western Australian namesake, this Perth has a population of around 3,500 residents and serves as a peaceful residential alternative to city living. The town sits at an elevation of 155 metres and features many heritage buildings dating back to the colonial era, similar to nearby Longford.
Residents enjoy a genuine country-town atmosphere where locals know their neighbours and community spirit runs strong. The recently upgraded highway provides an easy 15-minute commute to Launceston's CBD, while Hobart is accessible within a two-hour drive. Families and retirees appreciate the affordable housing, quiet streets, and riverside setting perfect for picnics under the gum trees. Perth offers a change of pace from urban bustle while remaining connected to modern conveniences and services.
Perth falls under postcode 7300 and is governed by Northern Midlands Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.
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Schools
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Fairtlough Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 96
- 2. New Zealand 42
- 3. Netherlands 14
- 4. Philippines 14
- 5. China 10
- 6. Scotland 9
- 7. Canada 5
- 8. Germany 5
- 9. Ireland 5
- 10. Poland 5
- 11. United States 5
- 12. India 3
- 13. Italy 3
- 14. Malaysia 3
- 15. Nepal 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
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