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Lewisham, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Lewisham is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 667. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
667 Population 1/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$27,378 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$27,378 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population667
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,378
Per Capita$27,378
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership90.1%
Housing Units267

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population667
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°, 147.6167°
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$27,378
Median Age46.0 years

About Lewisham

Lewisham is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 667. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 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.

Lewisham has a population of 667 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

667
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lewisham vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lewisham is $27,378, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $527, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Lewisham vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,378
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,378
Avg Weekly Wage$527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lewisham is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 90.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 267 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, 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

Homeownership90.1%
Owner-Occupied90.1%
Renter-Occupied9.9%
Housing Units267

Property Tax

Climate in Lewisham

Lewisham has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 455 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 12.6° / 23.1° 39.9
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.5° 34.0
Mar 16°C / 61°F 11° / 21.1° 33.1
Apr 13.5°C / 56°F 8.8° / 18.2° 34.7
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.6° 29.2
Jun 9°C / 48°F 4.9° / 13.2° 38.4
Jul 8.7°C / 48°F 4.4° / 13° 33.0
Aug 9.4°C / 49°F 5° / 13.8° 44.6
Sep 11°C / 52°F 6.4° / 15.7° 41.8
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.7° 39.6
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 9.7° / 19.4° 41.2
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 11.2° / 21.3° 45.6
Lewisham 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 197 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

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8333°N, 147.6167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

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 71 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Lewisham has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Lewisham

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 Lewisham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Grote Reber Museum
Richmond Gaol

Libraries in Lewisham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LINC0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Sorell Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lewisham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
TCM Market

Gas Stations in Lewisham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lewisham Service Centre

Breweries in Lewisham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Lewisham

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lewisham

14 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
Swansea AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

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 Lewisham

What is the population of Lewisham?

Lewisham has a population of 667 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 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lewisham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,378, 64% 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 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lewisham?

Lewisham 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 Lewisham?

The job market in Lewisham is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $527. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lewisham?

The median home value in Lewisham is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 90.1%.

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