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Battery Point, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Battery Point is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 2,142. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,142 Population 7,933/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$36,504 Median Income
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Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,504 median income, 6.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$253,600 home value, $1,268/mo rent

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About Battery Point

Battery Point

Battery Point is a suburb of the city of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. It is immediately south of the Hobart central business district. It is in the local government area of City of Hobart.

People

Population2,142
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density7,933/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,504
Per Capita$36,504
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$253,600
Rent$1,268
Ownership51.8%
Housing Units857

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population2,142
Population Density7,933 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates-42.8900°, 147.3332°
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$36,504
Median Age43.0 years

About Battery Point

Battery Point is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 2,142. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 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.

Battery Point has a population of 2,142 with a density of 7,933 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,142
Total Population
7,933
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above Australia avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Battery Point vs Australia Average

The median household income in Battery Point is $36,504, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,504. The average weekly wage is $702, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 203 business establishments.

Income: Battery Point vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$36,504
51% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$36,504
Avg Weekly Wage$702

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)203

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Battery Point is $253,600, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 51.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 857 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,600
10% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,268
9% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.8%
Owner-Occupied51.8%
Renter-Occupied48.2%
Housing Units857

Property Tax

Climate in Battery Point

Battery Point has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 13° / 22.7° 41.1
Feb 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 37.8
Mar 16.2°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.7° 35.4
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.9° 41.2
May 11.4°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.2° 39.7
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 5.5° / 12.7° 45.9
Jul 8.9°C / 48°F 5.2° / 12.6° 42.2
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.7° 64.7
Sep 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 57.7
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.3° / 17.6° 52.9
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 19.2° 49.4
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 11.6° / 21° 53.7
Battery Point 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 112 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

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density7,933/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8900°N, 147.3332°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

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 M4.3 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
August 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in

Battery Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Battery Point

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sandy Bay Infant School
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Radio Stations near Battery Point

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 Battery Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
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 Battery Point

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 Battery Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Hotels in Battery Point

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lenna Of Hobart
Salamanca Inn
Salamanca Wharf Hotel / Cafe
Somerset on the Pier
St Ives Hotel

Restaurants in Battery Point

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna
Asia Gourmet
Ball and Chain Grill
Blue Eye
Ciuccio
Da Angelo
Devil's Kitchen
Kathmandu Cuisine
Magic Curries
Maldini Café Restaurant
Mezethes
PavLovas
Phat Fish
Prossers on the Beach
Rockwall Bar and Grill
Suzie Luck's
Syra
Ti Ama

Cafes in Battery Point

17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

63 Degree Espresso & Bar
Cibo e Vino
Dr Coffee
Drifters
Hearth
Honey Badger Dessert Cafe
Jackman and McRoss
Machine Laundry Cafe
Parklane Espresso
Perch
Pollen Tea Room
Rendezvous Cafe
Retro Cafe
Salamanca Wharf Cafe
San Churro
Solstice
Village Cafe

Theatres in Battery Point

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

corner store
The Courtyard

Monuments in Battery Point

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A. C Ogilvie Statue
Abel Tasman Fountain
Abel Tasman Memorial

Dentists in Battery Point

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Battery Point Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Battery Point

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Battery Point Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Battery Point

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bob & Tom

Breweries in Battery Point

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

Stadiums & Teams in Battery Point

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Airports Near Battery Point

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

Post Offices in Battery Point

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Battery Point Post Office

Treatment Centers in Battery Point

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Battery Point

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint George's Anglican Church
Saint Stephen's Anglican Church

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 Battery Point

What is the population of Battery Point?

Battery Point has a population of 2,142 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7,933 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Battery Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $36,504, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $253,600 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Battery Point?

Battery Point 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 Battery Point?

The unemployment rate in Battery Point is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $702. There are 203 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Battery Point?

The median home value in Battery Point is $253,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 51.8%.

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