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New Norfolk, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

New Norfolk is a small city in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 5,366. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

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5,366 Population 3/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$19,604 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$19,604 median income, 8.3% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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About New Norfolk

New Norfolk

New Norfolk is a riverside town located on the River Derwent in southeastern Tasmania, Australia. Established in 1807, it is Tasmania’s fourth-oldest European settlement and ranks as the twelfth oldest in Australia. Initially founded by evacuees from Norfolk Island,
New Norfolk has a population of 6,153 as of 2021 and serves as the main township of the Derwent Valley region. It lies 32 kilometres (20 mi) northwest of Hobart, along the Lyell Highway, and is encompassed within the Greater Hobart statistical area.

People

Population5,366
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,604
Per Capita$19,604
Unemployment8.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership68.1%
Housing Units2,146

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Population5,366
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates-42.7826°, 147.0587°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$19,604
Median Age40.0 years

About New Norfolk

New Norfolk is a small city in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 5,366. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

New Norfolk has a population of 5,366 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,366
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
2,006.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

New Norfolk vs Australia Average

The median household income in New Norfolk is $19,604, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,604 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $377, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 510 business establishments.

Income: New Norfolk vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,604
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,604
Avg Weekly Wage$377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)510

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in New Norfolk is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 68.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,146 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.1%
Owner-Occupied68.1%
Renter-Occupied31.9%
Housing Units2,146

Property Tax

Climate in New Norfolk

New Norfolk has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (6.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 519 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 10.2° / 24.7° 37.3
Feb 17.3°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.7° 31.2
Mar 15.1°C / 59°F 8° / 22.2° 34.5
Apr 12.1°C / 54°F 5.6° / 18.6° 37.5
May 9.2°C / 49°F 3.6° / 14.8° 35.2
Jun 6.9°C / 44°F 1.7° / 12.1° 42.9
Jul 6.7°C / 44°F 1.4° / 12° 49.3
Aug 7.8°C / 46°F 1.9° / 13.6° 62.8
Sep 9.8°C / 50°F 3.8° / 15.7° 54.6
Oct 12°C / 54°F 5.6° / 18.3° 47.2
Nov 14°C / 57°F 7.6° / 20.5° 44.8
Dec 16°C / 61°F 9.1° / 22.8° 41.8
New Norfolk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area2,006.7 sq mi (5,197.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-42.7826°N, 147.0587°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 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 67 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 124 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
August 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in

New Norfolk has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in New Norfolk

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fairview Primary School
St Brigids School
New Norfolk District High School
New Norfolk Primary School
Indie School New Norfolk
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Radio Stations near New Norfolk

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 New Norfolk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Matron's Quarters
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in New Norfolk

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0

Hotels in New Norfolk

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Explorers Lodge
Rosie's Inn
The Shingles
Tynwald
Woodbridge on the Derwent

Restaurants in New Norfolk

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dingding's Noodle Shop
Mama's Meals
Martin Cash Pizza
New Norfolk RSL Sub Branch
Shanghai

Cafes in New Norfolk

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Swan
brewtique on blair
Number 10
Patchworks Cafe
Shot

Train Stations in New Norfolk

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Norfolk

Gas Stations in New Norfolk

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mood Food New Norfolk
Shell
Tas Petroleum
United Petroleum New Norfolk
Woolworths Petrol

Banks in New Norfolk

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commonwealth Bank
MyState

Gyms in New Norfolk

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freedon Health and Wellness
Zap Fitness

Golf Courses in New Norfolk

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Norfolk Golf Club

Breweries in New Norfolk

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Plenty Cider
Two Metre Tall Farmhouse Ale & Cider

Stadiums & Teams in New Norfolk

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near New Norfolk

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 $0

Airports Near New Norfolk

11 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
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Post Offices in New Norfolk

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
New Norfolk Post Office

Treatment Centers in New Norfolk

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Norfolk

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Back River Chapel
Seventh Day Adventist Church
St Matthews Church
St Pauls Uniting Church
St Peters Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 New Norfolk

What is the population of New Norfolk?

New Norfolk has a population of 5,366 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,006.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is New Norfolk expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,604, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in New Norfolk?

New Norfolk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in New Norfolk?

The job market in New Norfolk faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $377. There are 510 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in New Norfolk?

The median home value in New Norfolk is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 68.1%.

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