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Overview

Austins Ferry is a residential suburb of Hobart located about 9 kilometres north of Glenorchy’s centre, with the River Derwent forming much of its eastern, northern and southern edge. The 2021 Census recorded 2,395 residents enjoying a riverside lifestyle, close to several green spaces such as James Austin Park, Roseneath Park and Weston Park, as well as the bays of Austins Ferry, Bilton and Rusts. Community amenities include the historic James Austin cottage – open each Sunday afternoon – and a range of schools, notably St Virgil’s College and the Austins Ferry Primary School established in 2011.

Transport links are anchored by National Route 1 (the Brooker Highway) which runs to the suburb’s west, providing easy road access to Hobart and northern regions. The area’s residential character offers a variety of family homes, making it a convenient base for both daily commuting and leisure along the Derwent waterfront.

Region type mix: Regional 94%, Metro 6%.