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Sandy Bay

TAS 7005 · Hobart

12,315 (2021) → 12,341 est. (2025) · Stable

79
Overall score

Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.

12,315
Population
Limited sales data
Median price
Data not available
Safety score
58
Transport score

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.

3.5 km
To Hobart CBD
580 m
To coast
Data not available
Median rent (house)

Demographics

12,315
Population
39
Median age
2.4
Avg household

Age distribution

Median household income (weekly)$1,915
vs NSW median+3.5%
Bachelor degree or higher70.3%
Born in Australia60.2%
Dwellings: house / unit / townhouse3,242 / 807 / 628

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

–
Residential

Crime data isn't published at the suburb level for TAS suburbs, so we don't show a residential safety score here.

Schools

95

Outstanding school access

Top 20% nationally — strong, high-ICSEA schools nearby with genuine choice. An excellent suburb for families prioritising education.

71
Within 10km6 in suburb
3
Govt (suburb)
1
Catholic (suburb)
2
Indep. (suburb)

Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1031 (above the national average of 1000).

In suburb

  • Princes Street Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1149
  • Waimea Heights Primary SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1146
  • Fahan SchoolCombined · IndependentICSEA 1145
  • The Hutchins SchoolCombined · IndependentICSEA 1136
  • Sandy Bay Infant SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1123
  • Mount Carmel CollegeCombined · CatholicICSEA 1071

Nearby (within 10km)

  • Mount Nelson Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.5kmICSEA 1115
  • Hobart CollegeSecondary · Government · 1.9kmICSEA 1051
  • Albuera Street Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.6kmICSEA 1129
  • St Michael's Collegiate School - Sports CampusCombined · Independent · 2.8km
  • St Michael's Collegiate SchoolCombined · Independent · 3kmICSEA 1126
  • St Michael's Collegiate School - Middle School CampusCombined · Independent · 3km
  • Goulburn Street Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.3kmICSEA 1110
  • 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 1150
  • Taroona High SchoolSecondary · Government · 3.7kmICSEA 1114
  • St Mary's CollegeCombined · Catholic · 3.8kmICSEA 1060

Source: ACARA 2023

Transport

58
83Bus
CBD commute (est.)23 min (bus)

Source: TfNSW GTFS

Liveability

21.8°C
Summer max
12.3°C
Winter max
570mm
Rainfall/yr
6h
Sun/day

Amenities within 2–3km

Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.

64 in suburbSupermarkets
4040 in suburbCafes/Rest.
8787 in suburbParks
1111 in suburbPlaygrounds
189146 in suburbPools
85 in suburbGyms
0Dog parks
129 in suburbGPs
43 in suburbPharmacies
21 in suburbChildcare
10 in suburbLibraries
9349 in suburbSports fields
31 in suburbVets
Nearest beachRed Chapel Beach (590 m)
Nearest hospitalHobart Private Hospital (3.5 km)
Nearest vet2.0 km
Nearest airportHobart (16.2 km)

Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap

Fitness

40

Decent access

Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.

8
Gyms
5
Leisure centres
1
Public pools
93
Sports fields

Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Outdoors

61

Great outdoor access

Well above average — plenty of parkland and outdoor recreation within easy reach.

87
Parks
7
Nature reserves
1
Bike paths
0
Hiking trails
0
Dog parks
2
Picnic areas
0
Skate parks

Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.

Source: OpenStreetMap

Culture

66

Rich cultural scene

Well above average — a strong mix of cultural venues nearby.

4
Theatres
0
Cinemas
2
Museums
17
Galleries
1
Libraries
0
Arts centres
6
Landmarks

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

29

Quiet area

Pretty light on licensed venues. Good for peace and quiet; less so for spontaneous nights out.

4
Licensed venues (within 2km)
0.32
Per 1,000 residents

Government liquor register data is not yet available for TAS. Venue counts are estimated from OpenStreetMap within 2km of the suburb centre.

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Source: OpenStreetMap

Childcare

50

Some choices available

Around the national average — a reasonable mix of childcare options, though popular services may have waiting lists.

9
Long Day Care
6
OSHC
Total services9
Exceeding NQS or above4 of 9 rated
Services per 1,000 residents0.73

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Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register

Population & Growth

Stable
Annual growth rate0.05%
Projected population 204113,110
Projected households 2041Data not available

Source: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI

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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 1128 (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.

Data sources: ABS Census 2021 & ERP, NSW Valuer General, BOCSAR, TfNSW, ACARA, Bureau of Meteorology, OpenStreetMap, NSW DPHI. Data refreshed quarterly.

Data shown is from public sources and may not reflect current conditions. How we calculate scores.