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Westbury, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Westbury is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,938. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

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C+ Fair
1,938 Population 13/sq mi density
604 ft Elevation 184 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$19,536 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
2.6 / 5.0
$19,536 median income, 5.1% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$146,400 home value, $732/mo rent

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About Westbury

Westbury is a town in the central north of Tasmania, Australia. It lies 30 km west of Launceston on the Bass Highway, and at the 2021 census had a population of 2,272. It is part of, and the headquarters of, the Meander Valley Council area.

People

Population1,938
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$19,536
Per Capita$19,536
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

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Home Value$146,400
Rent$732
Ownership79.2%
Housing Units775

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Population1,938
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Coordinates-41.5291°, 146.8391°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,536
Median Age49.0 years

About Westbury

Westbury is a small town in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 1,938. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Westbury has a population of 1,938 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,938
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
149.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Westbury vs Australia Average

The median household income in Westbury is $19,536, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,536 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $376, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 184 business establishments.

Income: Westbury vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$19,536
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,536
Avg Weekly Wage$376

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)184

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Westbury is $146,400, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 79.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 775 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.2%
Owner-Occupied79.2%
Renter-Occupied20.8%
Housing Units775

Property Tax

Climate in Westbury

Westbury has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 12.8° / 24.9° 50.6
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.7° 33.1
Mar 16.6°C / 62°F 10.4° / 22.7° 37.9
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 7.5° / 19° 52.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.9° / 15.8° 63.5
Jun 8.1°C / 47°F 2.9° / 13.3° 66.1
Jul 7.6°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.8° 78.7
Aug 8.6°C / 47°F 3.5° / 13.8° 83.1
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 5.1° / 15.7° 63.8
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 7° / 18.2° 47.5
Nov 14.9°C / 59°F 9.2° / 20.6° 52.8
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 11° / 22.7° 46.9
Westbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (386.8 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-41.5291°N, 146.8391°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Jan 12, 2013.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 89 km
Aug 23, 1997 21 km S of Sheffield, Australia M4.0 41 km
Jan 12, 2013 9 km NE of Wynyard, Australia M3.4 108 km
Jul 22, 2002 47 km NE of Scottsdale, Australia M3.2 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in Coldest
July 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
September 49°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in

Westbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Westbury

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Westbury Primary School
Hagley Farm Primary School
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Radio Stations near Westbury

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
7WAY 105.3 Way FM - Launceston, TAS christian, faith MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Westbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Deloraine Museum

Libraries in Westbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
libraries Tansania0.0
Westbury Library0.0

Hotels in Westbury

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fitzpatricks Inn

Cafes in Westbury

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Verde
Hazelbrae Hazelnuts Nut Farm Cafe and Tasting Centre
The Green Door

Gas Stations in Westbury

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol
Caltas 24 hour site (unmanned)
Shell 24 hour (unmanned)
United

Airports Near Westbury

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devonport AirportDPOMedium Airport
Launceston AirportLSTMedium Airport
Bridport 2nd AirstripSmall Airport
Campbell Town AirportSmall Airport
Cranbourn AirfieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest (Scottsdale)Small Airport
Flinders Island Aviation (Bridport)Small Airport
George Town AirportGEESmall Airport
Long Hill AirportSmall Airport
Longdown AirportSmall Airport
Lost Farm Golf Course (Barnbougle)Small Airport
Mole Creek AirportSmall Airport
North Campbell Town AirfieldSmall Airport
Original Barnbougle AirstripSmall Airport
Rostella AirportSmall Airport
Stony Head Military Area AirstripSmall Airport
The Vale AirportSmall Airport
Tunbridge AirportSmall Airport
Valley Field AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Westbury

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hagley Post Office
Westbury Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Westbury

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hagley Uniting Church
St Mary's Church

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Waterfalls
1
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 Westbury

What is the population of Westbury?

Westbury has a population of 1,938 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Westbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,536, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,400 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Westbury?

Westbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.

How is the job market in Westbury?

The unemployment rate in Westbury is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $376. There are 184 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Westbury?

The median home value in Westbury is $146,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 79.2%.

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