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Quoiba

TAS 7310 • Tasmania

427
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralIndustrialAffordableRiversideQuiet

About Quoiba

Quoiba is a residential and light-industrial locality approximately 5 kilometres south of Devonport in Tasmania's north-west, within the City of Devonport local government area. With a population of 427, the suburb occupies 3.5 square kilometres on the south-western bank of the Mersey River, offering a mix of rural residential properties and established industrial land uses. The median household income of around $42,000 reflects the area's working-class character, shaped by its proximity to Devonport's industrial and agricultural processing sector.

Quoiba's industrial precinct includes cardboard manufacturers, a cannery, vegetable packaging facilities, and livestock sale yards — anchoring the locality firmly in Tasmania's strong primary industry and food processing economy. The Mersey Vale Memorial Park provides green space for residents, and Devonport's full range of services — including the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, major shopping centres, and schools — are easily accessible by car. Quoiba is a practical, affordable locality appealing to those employed in regional industries or seeking a quiet address on Devonport's southern fringe.

Quoiba falls under postcode 7310 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7310
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.24°, 146.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.47 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania services — Devonport CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Devonport CBD

Distance
6 km
By Train
No rail service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-12 min

🛣️ Close to Bass Highway; Spirit of Tasmania ferry provides overnight connection to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Primarily industrial and residential with no retail services on-site; car required for shopping and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
427
▲ 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 Quoiba known for? +

Quoiba is known for its light industrial character, including cardboard manufacturing, cannery operations, vegetable packaging, and livestock sale yards that serve Tasmania's important agricultural and food processing sector. It also contains the Mersey Vale Memorial Park.

How far is Quoiba from Devonport? +

Quoiba is approximately 5 kilometres south of Devonport CBD, a short 10–15 minute drive.

Does Quoiba have public transport? +

Metro Tasmania provides bus services connecting Quoiba to Devonport. Tasmania has no passenger rail network, so buses and private vehicles are the main transport options.

What is the population of Quoiba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Quoiba has a population of 427 residents, making it a small but established locality within the City of Devonport.

Is Quoiba a good place to live? +

Quoiba offers affordable residential living close to Devonport's services, appealing especially to those working in the area's industrial and agricultural sectors. Its riverside setting and proximity to the city make it a practical base, though the industrial land uses shape its overall character.

What is the postcode for Quoiba? +

The postcode for Quoiba is 7310, shared with Devonport and several surrounding localities.