Bridport
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bridport, TAS 7262.
About Bridport
Welcome to Bridport
Bridport sits on Tasmania's north-east coast, roughly 20 minutes' drive from Scottsdale and about an hour from Launceston, where the Brid River meets Anderson Bay. Long known to Tasmanians as a low-key holiday and fishing town, it has a permanent population of 1,742 that swells over summer as shacks and holiday homes fill up.
With a median age of 51, Bridport is very much a town for retirees, tree-changers and holidaymakers rather than a bustling commuter suburb. It suits those after a slower pace, proximity to beaches and golf, and a genuine coastal community feel rather than city conveniences.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Bridport revolves around the water. The town's long sandy beaches, the Bridport Wharf and the Bridport Seaside Wilderness Reserve are the focal points for daily walks, fishing and swimming, and the local pub and a handful of cafes and takeaways serve as the main social hubs. It's a place where visitors come for the Barnbougle golf courses just out of town, and where locals tend to know each other by name.
Dining options are modest and geared to a small permanent population plus seasonal visitors, with the emphasis on fresh seafood, casual counter meals and coffee rather than fine dining. Anyone wanting a bigger night out or a wider retail and restaurant scene generally heads to Launceston.
Getting around
Bridport is well removed from any rail network, so a car is essential for daily life and for the run into Scottsdale or Launceston. The drive to Launceston takes in rural back roads through the Tamar Valley region, and while there is limited local bus service linking Bridport to surrounding towns, most residents rely on private vehicles.
Launceston Airport is the nearest air link for those needing to reach Hobart or the mainland, making Bridport best suited to people who don't need to commute regularly.
Schools & families
Bridport Primary School is the local option for younger children, giving families in the town a genuine community school close to home. Secondary students typically travel to Scottsdale or further afield to Launceston, which is a consideration for families weighing up a permanent move versus a holiday base.
Given the town's older median age of 51, Bridport currently attracts more retirees and downsizers than young families, though its relaxed, safe, outdoorsy setting has obvious appeal for those with kids too.
Parks & recreation
The Bridport Seaside Wilderness Reserve is the standout drawcard, offering coastal walking tracks, dunes and beach access right on the town's doorstep. Anderson Bay and the surrounding waterways are popular for boating and fishing, while golfers are drawn to the world-renowned Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm courses a short drive away.
For a small town, Bridport punches above its weight on recreation, largely because its natural assets — beaches, bushland reserve and championship golf — are so close together.
The property market
Bridport's median house price currently sits at $665,000, having risen 8.1% recently — a reflection of steady demand for coastal and lifestyle property in Tasmania's north-east. Median rent is $540 a week, pointing to solid rental demand relative to the town's small population.
Current listings are dominated by houses (68%), with land making up 29% of stock — a sign of ongoing new-build activity and vacant blocks for those wanting to design their own coastal home — while apartments and units are scarce at just 3%. That mix suits Bridport's character as a low-density holiday and retirement town rather than a high-turnover urban market.
Market snapshot
Bridport property market
Median sale price
$665k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$540
per week
Gross rental yield
4.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$500k
Median
$665k
Premium
$806k
Days on market
148
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
20
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -0.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bridport by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bridport, TAS 7262.
Population
1,742
residents (2021)
Median age
51
years
Household income
$1,242
median, per week
Median rent
$270
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Bridport
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Bridport
$845k
118 Richard Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
1/35 Main Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
19 Heath Court
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
123 Westwood Street
Sold ~July 2026
$575k
23 South Street
Sold ~July 2026
$420k
3/45 Elizabeth Street
Sold ~July 2026
$605k
5A Murray Street
Sold ~July 2026
$325k
95 Main Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Bridport
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Price map around Bridport
Every listing for sale near Bridport, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Bridport suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bridport?
The median house price in Bridport, TAS is $665k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.1%.
How much is rent in Bridport?
The median weekly rent in Bridport is around $540 per week.
Is Bridport a good place to live?
Bridport is a small town on the north-east coast of Tasmania, Australia. Bridport is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 1,742 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Bridport?
Bridport has a population of 1,742 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 51.
What schools are in Bridport?
There is 1 school in or near Bridport, including Bridport Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Bridport?
Properties in Bridport take around 148 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bridport?
Entry-level properties in Bridport start around $500k, while premium homes reach $806k.
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