Hillcrest, Australia
Tasmania · Australia
Hillcrest is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,088. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Hillcrest
Hillcrest is a residential locality in the local government area (LGA) of Burnie in the North-west and west LGA region of Tasmania. The locality is about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) south-west of the town of Burnie. The 2016 census recorded a population of 1042 for the state suburb of Hillcrest.
It is a suburb of Burnie in north-west Tasmania.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,088 |
| Population Density | 215 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.0632°, 145.8944° |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Tasmania |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.4 inches (923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hillcrest
Hillcrest is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,088. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.
Climate in Hillcrest
Hillcrest has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 869 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (5°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0632°S, 145.8944°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Hobart |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 42°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in |
Hillcrest has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Radio Stations near Hillcrest
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast (NZ) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Star 104.5 | adult, contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in Hillcrest
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Regional Museum | ||||
| Wonders of Wynyard |
Libraries in Hillcrest
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penguin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| TFHS Burnie Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wynyard Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Hillcrest
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hillcrest
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hillcrest
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport Airport | DPO | Medium Airport |
| Wynyard Airport | BWT | Medium Airport |
| Long Hill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mole Creek Airport | - | Small Airport |
| The Vale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waratah Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a population of 1,088 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.
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