Ellendale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ellendale, TAS 7140.
About Ellendale
Welcome to Ellendale
Ellendale is a small rural community in the Derwent Valley, tucked among orchards, hop fields and forestry country about an hour's drive north-west of Hobart. It's a quiet corner of Tasmania where paddocks and bushland outnumber rooftops, and the pace of life is set by the seasons rather than the clock.
With a population of just 285 and a median age of 49, Ellendale suits people who want space, privacy and a genuine rural setting rather than a commuter's convenience. It tends to appeal to tree-changers, hobby farmers and those looking to build rather than buy off the shelf, given how much of the local land here comes vacant.
Lifestyle & character
Life in Ellendale revolves around the land. The surrounding Derwent Valley is known for its hop-growing heritage, orchards and cool-climate produce, and many residents are drawn by the chance to run a few animals, plant an orchard or simply enjoy long views over farmland and forested hills. It's an unhurried, close-knit sort of place, with neighbouring townships like New Norfolk and Bushy Park providing the nearest pubs, cafes and community hubs for those after a bit more social buzz.
For day-to-day essentials, most Ellendale residents head into New Norfolk, the Derwent Valley's main service town, which offers supermarkets, specialty shops and weekend markets. The drive there winds through classic Tasmanian countryside, past hop kilns and river flats, which is very much part of the area's appeal.
Getting around
Ellendale is reached via rural roads that connect through Bushy Park and on to New Norfolk, from where the Lyell Highway provides the main route into Hobart, roughly an hour away. There's no train line out this way, so a car is essential for commuting, school runs and shopping trips, and most households run at least one vehicle geared for country conditions.
Public transport options are limited given the low population and rural spread, which is typical of small Derwent Valley settlements. Those working in Hobart or New Norfolk generally factor in the drive time as part of the trade-off for the space and privacy Ellendale offers.
Housing & the property market
The current mix of listings in Ellendale, 74% land and 26% houses, tells the real story of this market: it's a place built around blank canvases as much as finished homes. Buyers are typically after acreage to build a home, establish a hobby farm or simply secure a rural buffer, rather than searching for an established streetscape.
With a small population of 285 and a median age of 49, the buyer pool here is naturally modest and the market moves at its own pace. That suits people planning a considered build or a long-term rural project rather than those chasing a quick turnaround, and it means opportunities to secure larger parcels of land can come up without the competition seen closer to Hobart.
Schools & families
Ellendale itself is too small to support its own school, so local families typically send children to schools in New Norfolk or nearby Derwent Valley towns, a manageable drive along the valley roads. It's a pattern common to small rural communities in the area, where families weigh up the daily commute against the benefits of space and a rural upbringing for their kids.
The trade-off tends to suit families who value outdoor living, room to move and a strong sense of community over walk-to-school convenience.
Parks & recreation
Recreation in Ellendale is largely of the self-directed, outdoors kind: bushwalking, fishing, and exploring the forestry tracks and river systems that thread through the Derwent Valley. The nearby Styx Valley and surrounding forests are known among locals for their tall timber and wilderness feel, offering a genuine escape for those who enjoy the bush on their doorstep.
For organised sport, swimming or larger recreational facilities, residents usually travel into New Norfolk, but for many in Ellendale the drawcard is exactly this: uncrowded natural surroundings rather than manicured parks.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ellendale, TAS 7140.
Population
285
residents (2021)
Median age
49
years
Household income
$949
median, per week
Median rent
$250
per week
Median mortgage
$1,000
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Ellendale
$460k
50 The Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$195k
360 Jones River Road
Sold ~July 2026
$210k
3/449-471 Rockmount Road
Sold ~June 2026
$95k
33 Holmes Road
Sold ~June 2026
$125k
Lot 1 Ellendale Road
Sold ~June 2026
$185k
8/449-471 Rockmount Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Ellendale suburb FAQ
Is Ellendale a good place to live?
Ellendale is a rural locality in the local government area (LGA) of Central Highlands in the Central LGA region of Tasmania. Ellendale is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 285.
What is the population of Ellendale?
Ellendale has a population of 285 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 49.
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