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Derwent Park, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Derwent Park is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 673. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
673 Population 1/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$20,212 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$20,212 median income, 8.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population673
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$20,212
Per Capita$20,212
Unemployment8.4%

Housing

F
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership57.7%
Housing Units269

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population673
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-42.8351°, 147.2949°
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$20,212
Median Age35.0 years

About Derwent Park

Derwent Park is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 673. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 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.

Derwent Park has a population of 673 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

673
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Derwent Park vs Australia Average

The median household income in Derwent Park is $20,212, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,212 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $389, 73% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Derwent Park vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,212
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,212
Avg Weekly Wage$389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Derwent Park is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 57.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 269 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership57.7%
Owner-Occupied57.7%
Renter-Occupied42.3%
Housing Units269

Property Tax

Climate in Derwent Park

Derwent Park 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
Derwent 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 59 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

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8351°N, 147.2949°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 68 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 130 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

Derwent Park 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 Derwent Park

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Moonah Primary School
Goodwood Primary School
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Radio Stations near Derwent 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 Derwent Park

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 Derwent Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Derwent Park

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Restaurants in Derwent Park

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Bella Pizza Derwent Park
Praties/Chish 'n' Fips

Bus Stations in Derwent Park

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Metro Springfield

Gas Stations in Derwent Park

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3023711936
Shell

Breweries in Derwent Park

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

Stadiums & Teams in Derwent Park

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Derwent Park

13 airports within the area.

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

Treatment Centers in Derwent Park

10 treatment centers.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Derwent Park

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Marys Coptic Orthodox Church Hobart
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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 Derwent Park

What is the population of Derwent Park?

Derwent Park has a population of 673 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Derwent Park expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,212, 73% 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 9.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Derwent Park?

Derwent 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 Derwent Park?

The job market in Derwent Park faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $389. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Derwent Park?

The median home value in Derwent Park is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 57.7%.

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