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West Ulverstone, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

West Ulverstone is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 4,059. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

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C+ Fair
4,059 Population 128/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$18,286 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$18,286 median income, 5.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$135,200 home value, $676/mo rent

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About West Ulverstone

West Ulverstone is a locality and suburb of Ulverstone in the local government area of Central Coast, in the North West region of Tasmania. It is located about 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) north-west of the town of Ulverstone. The Bass Highway passes through from south-east to north-west. The Leven River forms the eastern and most of the southern boundary. The 2021 census determined a population of 4515 for the state suburb of West Ulverstone. The Central Coast Council has recently redeveloped the area to increase tourism. 2010 saw the completion of a new basketball stadium, the Schweppes Arena. The arena holds around 1,100 people, cost $5.5 million to build and was completed just behind schedule. it overlooks the River Leven and is situated just behind the former stadium.

People

Population4,059
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density128/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$18,286
Per Capita$18,286
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

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Home Value$135,200
Rent$676
Ownership73.8%
Housing Units1,624

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population4,059
Population Density128 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates-41.1474°, 146.1267°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,286
Median Age48.0 years

About West Ulverstone

West Ulverstone is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 4,059. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 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.

West Ulverstone has a population of 4,059 with a density of 128 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,059
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
31.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

West Ulverstone vs Australia Average

The median household income in West Ulverstone is $18,286, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,286 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $352, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 386 business establishments.

Income: West Ulverstone vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$18,286
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$18,286
Avg Weekly Wage$352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)386

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in West Ulverstone is $135,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below the national average of $1,163). 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,624 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,200
52% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units1,624

Property Tax

Climate in West Ulverstone

West Ulverstone has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C / 63°F 12.4° / 21.6° 48.0
Feb 17.4°C / 63°F 12.9° / 21.9° 35.1
Mar 15.6°C / 60°F 10.9° / 20.4° 42.8
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.7° 56.8
May 11.2°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.5° 64.4
Jun 9.4°C / 49°F 5.2° / 13.5° 72.4
Jul 8.8°C / 48°F 4.8° / 12.9° 85.7
Aug 9.1°C / 48°F 5° / 13.2° 77.6
Sep 10.2°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.3° 75.8
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 7.4° / 15.9° 55.2
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18° 56.8
Dec 15.3°C / 60°F 10.8° / 19.8° 47.5
West Ulverstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below Australia avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area31.8 sq mi (82.3 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates-41.1474°N, 146.1267°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 53 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
May 53°F (11°C) 3.9 in
June 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in
July 42°F (5°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
November 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in

West Ulverstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 42°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near West Ulverstone

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast (NZ) AAC+ 64 kbps
Star 104.5 adult, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in West Ulverstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Burnie Regional Museum
Home Hill
The Hive Museum

Libraries in West Ulverstone

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burnie Library0.0
Devonport Library0.0
Penguin Library0.0
Ulverstone Library0.0

Golf Courses in West Ulverstone

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ulverstone Golf Club

Airports Near West Ulverstone

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Wynyard AirportBWTMedium Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Waratah AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Ulverstone

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ulverstone Seventh-day Adventist 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 West Ulverstone

What is the population of West Ulverstone?

West Ulverstone has a population of 4,059 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 31.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is West Ulverstone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,286, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $135,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Ulverstone?

West Ulverstone 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. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in West Ulverstone?

The unemployment rate in West Ulverstone is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $352. There are 386 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Ulverstone?

The median home value in West Ulverstone is $135,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $676. The homeownership rate is 73.8%.

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