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Surveyors Bay

TAS 7116 • Tasmania

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRuralPeacefulCar-Dependent
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About Surveyors Bay

Surveyors Bay is a small coastal locality on the Huon Peninsula in southern Tasmania, situated approximately 55 kilometres south of Hobart near the town of Geeveston. Covering around 11 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 56 residents. The locality lies within the Huon Valley Council area, in one of Tasmania's most beautiful and productive apple-growing regions.

The Huon Valley is famous for its apple orchards, salmon farming, and the spectacular World Heritage Wilderness surrounding the valley. Visitors and locals enjoy the Tahune AirWalk, whale watching at Recherche Bay, and the wild scenery of South West National Park accessible to the south. Geeveston, approximately 15 kilometres away, provides basic services for Surveyors Bay residents. A private vehicle is essential; there is no public transport. The combination of natural beauty, apple orchard heritage, and proximity to Hobart makes the Huon Valley a highly appealing place to live.

Surveyors Bay falls under postcode 7116 and is governed by the Huon Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Franklin, while state elections fall under the Lyons (Derwent) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7116
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Huon Valley
Federal Electorate
Franklin
State Electorate
Lyons (Derwent)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-43.26°, 147.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.77 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7116

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7116, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,459
Median 2023–24
$46,339
▲ 20.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,584

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7116; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Metro Tasmania / Charter buses (Huonville) — Hobart CBD Approx 1 hr 15 min

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Hobart (~55 min)
By Car (Peak)
55 min - 1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min - 55 min

🛣️ Huon Highway provides main route to Hobart

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Small coastal locality; car required for virtually all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Surveyors Bay known for? +

Surveyors Bay is a quiet coastal locality in the Huon Valley, known for its scenic position in one of Tasmania's most beautiful apple and salmon farming regions near the World Heritage wilderness.

How far is Surveyors Bay from Hobart? +

Surveyors Bay is approximately 55 kilometres south of Hobart CBD, roughly a 55 minute to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Huon Highway.

Does Surveyors Bay have public transport? +

There is no public transport directly to Surveyors Bay. Bus services operate from Huonville approximately 30 kilometres away to Hobart.

What is the population of Surveyors Bay? +

According to the 2021 Census, Surveyors Bay has a population of approximately 56 residents in this Huon Valley coastal locality.

Is Surveyors Bay a good place to live? +

Surveyors Bay suits those who love Tasmania's natural beauty and the apple orchard heritage of the Huon Valley, with proximity to World Heritage wilderness and Hobart's city services.

What is the postcode for Surveyors Bay? +

The postcode for Surveyors Bay is 7116, covering this coastal locality in the Huon Valley Council area of Tasmania.