Browse property in Austins Ferry

Overview

Austins Ferry is a residential suburb of Hobart located about 9 kilometres north of the City of Glenorchy. Bounded on the east and partly on the north and south by the River Derwent, the area enjoys river‑front scenery and easy access to surrounding bays such as Rusts Bay and Austins Ferry Bay. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 2,395, reflecting its status as a small, family‑friendly community with a mix of homes built around the historic village centre.

The suburb offers several local amenities: James Austin’s original cottage is preserved as a tourist spot open on Sunday afternoons, while education is served by St Virgil’s College and the Austins Ferry Primary School (established 2011). National Route 1 (Brooker Highway) runs to the west, linking residents to Hobart and northern regions, and a network of nearby parks, including James Austin Park, Roseneath Park and Weston Park, provides ample recreational space.