Sandy Bay
TAS 7005 · Hobart
12,315 (2021) → 12,341 est. (2025) · Stable
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Sandy Bay is a stable suburb in Hobart, TAS 7005, about 4km from Hobart CBD. Recent property sales in Sandy Bay are too limited to report a reliable median price. The suburb has 6 schools, a transport score of 58/100, and is right by the coast. Sandy Bay has an overall score of 79/100, based on transport, liveability and education. Suburb-level crime data isn't available for a safety score here.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 7005 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: China (10.2%), England (4.47%), India (2.83%), Nepal (1.32%), Malaysia (1.21%)
Top languages: Mandarin (11.21%), Cantonese (1.71%), Greek (1.31%), Nepali (1.21%), Arabic (0.82%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Residential Safety
Crime data isn't published at the suburb level for TAS suburbs, so we don't show a residential safety score here.
Schools
Outstanding school access
Top 20% nationally — strong, high-ICSEA schools nearby with genuine choice. An excellent suburb for families prioritising education.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1031 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Fahan SchoolCombined · IndependentICSEA 1154
- Princes Street Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1150
- The Hutchins SchoolCombined · IndependentICSEA 1140
- Waimea Heights Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1135
- Sandy Bay Infant SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1131
- Mount Carmel CollegeCombined · CatholicICSEA 1077
Nearby (within 10km)
- Mount Nelson Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.5kmICSEA 1107
- Hobart CollegeSecondary · Government · 1.9kmICSEA 1049
- Albuera Street Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.6kmICSEA 1133
- St Michael's Collegiate School - Sports CampusCombined · Independent · 2.8km
- St Michael's Collegiate SchoolCombined · Independent · 3kmICSEA 1125
- St Michael's Collegiate School - Middle School CampusCombined · Independent · 3km
- Goulburn Street Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.3kmICSEA 1112
- St Michael's Collegiate School - Junior School CampusPrimary · Independent · 3.3km
- South Hobart Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.4kmICSEA 1137
- Taroona Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.6kmICSEA 1149
- Taroona High SchoolSecondary · Government · 3.7kmICSEA 1119
- St Mary's CollegeCombined · Catholic · 3.8kmICSEA 1069
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Decent access
Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Great outdoor access
Well above average — plenty of parkland and outdoor recreation within easy reach.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Rich cultural scene
Well above average — a strong mix of cultural venues nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Quiet area
Pretty light on licensed venues. Good for peace and quiet; less so for spontaneous nights out.
Government liquor register data is not yet available for TAS. Venue counts are estimated from OpenStreetMap within 2km of the suburb centre.
View nearby venues on the Entertainment Map →
Source: OpenStreetMap
Childcare
Some choices available
Around the national average — a reasonable mix of childcare options, though popular services may have waiting lists.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
StableSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
Nearby suburbs in Hobart
Compare Sandy Bay with another suburb
Compare two suburbs
Frequently asked questions about Sandy Bay
How far is Sandy Bay from Hobart CBD?
Sandy Bay is about 3.5 km from Hobart CBD, an estimated 23 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in Sandy Bay?
Sandy Bay has 6 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1131 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Sandy Bay?
Sandy Bay has a transport score of 58/100 and 83 bus stops.