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Roches Beach

TAS 7170 • Tasmania

220
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideAffordableRetirees
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About Roches Beach

Roches Beach is a small coastal residential locality in the City of Clarence, situated approximately 19 kilometres east of Hobart on the eastern shore of Frederick Henry Bay. With a population of 220 at the 2021 census, it is a quiet beachside community gazetted in 1958 and named after an early settler, nestled between Lauderdale and Acton Park. The locality's eastern boundary is formed by the calm waters of Frederick Henry Bay, making it a sought-after address for those seeking a peaceful coastal retreat near Hobart.

Roches Beach offers a tranquil lifestyle with direct beach access on Frederick Henry Bay, popular for swimming, kayaking, and birdwatching. The community is small and close-knit, with most residents commuting to Hobart or Rosny Park for work and services. The surrounding area includes the Lauderdale Canoe Polo facility and easy access to the broader Eastern Shore's cafes, schools, and retail precincts at Eastlands shopping centre in Rosny Park.

Roches Beach falls under postcode 7170 and is governed by the Clarence Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Franklin, while state elections fall under the Franklin (Rumney) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7170
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clarence
Federal Electorate
Franklin
State Electorate
Franklin (Rumney)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-42.85°, 147.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.70 km²
Population Density
129 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7170

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7170, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,685
Median 2023–24
$64,571
▲ 18.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,995

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7170; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania Route 605 — Hobart CBD via Lauderdale and Rosny 45-55 min

Commute to Hobart

Distance
22 km
By Train
N/A — no rail service in Hobart
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Access via Acton Road (C330) and Rokeby Road. Rosny Park (Eastlands) is the nearest major retail hub, about 15 min drive.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets with beach access, but no local shops or services. Car required for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
220
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Roches Beach in Tasmania? +

Roches Beach is located on the Eastern Shore of greater Hobart, about 19 km east of the city centre in the City of Clarence, between Lauderdale and Acton Park on Frederick Henry Bay.

What is the beach like at Roches Beach? +

Roches Beach fronts the sheltered waters of Frederick Henry Bay, offering calm swimming conditions, popular with families and water sports enthusiasts. The beach is quiet and less crowded than ocean-facing beaches.

How far is Roches Beach from Hobart? +

Roches Beach is approximately 22 km from Hobart CBD, a 25–40 minute drive depending on traffic, via Acton Road and the Rokeby Road corridor.

What is the population of Roches Beach? +

Roches Beach had a population of 220 at the 2021 Census.