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Spalford

TAS 7315 • Tasmania

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About Spalford

Spalford is a small rural locality in the Burnie area of north-western Tasmania, situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Burnie near the township of Ulverstone. Covering around 4 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 55 residents. The locality lies within the Central Coast Council area, in the productive farming and dairying country of north-western Tasmania's coastal hinterland.

The north-west coast of Tasmania is one of the state's most productive agricultural regions, known for potatoes, poppies, and dairy farming. Ulverstone and Burnie provide comprehensive services including shopping, hospitals, and schools for Spalford residents. The Bass Strait coast is close by with its beaches and boating opportunities. A private vehicle is needed; bus services connect the north-west coast. The mild maritime climate and rich farming landscape define the character of this locality.

Spalford falls under postcode 7315 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7315
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.30°, 146.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.20 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (Ulverstone) — Burnie / Launceston 15 min to Burnie; 2 hr to Launceston

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Launceston (~2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Bass Highway provides main route along the north-west coast

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural coastal locality; car required for most errands, Ulverstone services nearby

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spalford known for? +

Spalford is a small farming locality in north-western Tasmania, set in the productive agricultural country near Ulverstone known for potatoes, poppies, dairy, and the scenic Bass Strait coast.

How far is Spalford from Launceston? +

Spalford is approximately 140 kilometres west of Launceston, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Bass Highway.

Does Spalford have public transport? +

Redline Coaches operate from nearby Ulverstone, approximately 8 kilometres away, to Burnie and Launceston.

What is the population of Spalford? +

According to the 2021 Census, Spalford has a population of approximately 55 residents in this north-west Tasmanian locality.

Is Spalford a good place to live? +

Spalford suits those who appreciate north-western Tasmania's productive farming lifestyle, mild maritime climate, and proximity to Ulverstone and Burnie's services and the Bass Strait coast.

What is the postcode for Spalford? +

The postcode for Spalford is 7315, covering this rural locality in the Central Coast Council area of north-western Tasmania.