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Acton Park, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Acton Park is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,020. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,020 Population 4/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$35,760 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$35,760 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Acton Park

Acton Park is a residential / rural locality in the local government area (LGA) of Clarence in the Hobart LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) east of the town of Rosny Park. The 2021 census recorded a population of 2293 for Acton Park, 49 of which were Indigenous. 51.8% were male and 48.2% were female.

People

Population2,020
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$35,760
Per Capita$35,760
Unemployment3.2%

Housing

B+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership97.8%
Housing Units808

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population2,020
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates-42.8793°, 147.4846°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$35,760
Median Age43.0 years

About Acton Park

Acton Park is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,020. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Acton Park has a population of 2,020 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,020
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Acton Park vs Australia Average

The median household income in Acton Park is $35,760, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,760. The average weekly wage is $688, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: Acton Park vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$35,760
52% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$35,760
Avg Weekly Wage$688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Acton Park is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 97.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 808 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership97.8%
Owner-Occupied97.8%
Renter-Occupied2.2%
Housing Units808

Property Tax

Climate in Acton Park

Acton Park has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 489 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 24.9° 41.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 11.1° / 23.8° 31.8
Mar 16°C / 61°F 10° / 22.1° 37.6
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 18.9° 32.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.9° / 15.8° 35.2
Jun 8.8°C / 48°F 4° / 13.6° 47.9
Jul 8.2°C / 47°F 3.3° / 13.1° 37.5
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 3.6° / 14° 52.4
Sep 10.8°C / 51°F 5.4° / 16.2° 40.6
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.7° / 18.3° 43.5
Nov 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 45.7
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.7° 43.0
Acton Park enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8793°N, 147.4846°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.48"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 74 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 62°F (16°C) 1.7 in
March 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Acton Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Acton Park

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Acton Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Army Museum of Tasmania
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Acton Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Acton Park

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Breweries in Acton Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Acton Park

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Airports Near Acton Park

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Darlington AirportSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Acton Park

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Acton Park

What is the population of Acton Park?

Acton Park has a population of 2,020 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Acton Park expensive to live in?

The median household income is $35,760, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Acton Park?

Acton Park enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Acton Park?

Acton Park has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $688. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Acton Park?

The median home value in Acton Park is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 97.8%.

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