Queenstown

TAS 7467 • Rest of TAS

1,808
Population (2021)
$26,468
Median Income
132.09 km²
Area
279m
Elevation

About Queenstown

Queenstown is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the West Coast (Municipality) area. With a population of 1,808 and a median income of $26,468, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 132.09 km² at an elevation of 279m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Queenstown is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Queenstown falls under postcode 7467 and is governed by West Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7467
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.09°, 145.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
132.09 km²
Elevation
279m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$150
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$574
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,790
Census 2021
1,808
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$22,776
Income 2021
$26,468
16.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,457
Born Overseas 169

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 45
  • 2. New Zealand 27
  • 3. Philippines 11
  • 4. Germany 9
  • 5. Scotland 9
  • 6. South Africa 9
  • 7. Chile 6
  • 8. India 6
  • 9. Italy 4
  • 10. Nepal 4
  • 11. United States 4
  • 12. Thailand 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 810
English 801
Irish 187
Australian Aboriginal 121
Scottish 94
German 79
Dutch 46
Italian 25
Polish 18
Filipino 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,307
Both parents born in Australia
200
Both parents born overseas
136
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.6%
No Religion
40.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (5.8%)
5-14 years
192 (10.6%)
15-19 years
80 (4.4%)
20-24 years
97 (5.4%)
25-34 years
192 (10.6%)
35-44 years
178 (9.8%)
45-54 years
284 (15.7%)
55-64 years
282 (15.6%)
65-74 years
258 (14.3%)
75-84 years
115 (6.4%)
85+ years
28 (1.5%)