TAS · 7307

Sassafras

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Sassafras, TAS 7307

About Sassafras

Welcome to Sassafras

Sassafras is a locality and small rural community in the local government areas of Latrobe and Meander Valley, in the Launceston and North-west and west regions of Tasmania. It is located about 20 kilometres (12 mi) inland from the town of Devonport. The Mersey River forms part of its western boundary, and the Bass Highway passes through from south to north-west. The 2016 census determined a population of 347 for the state suburb of Sassafras.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Sassafras, TAS 7307.

Population

352

residents (2021)

Median age

46

years

Household income

$1,411

median, per week

Median rent

$250

per week

Median mortgage

$1,300

per month

Mortgage / income

21%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Sassafras

Government school catchment

Sassafras Primary School

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Common questions

Sassafras suburb FAQ

Is Sassafras a good place to live?

Sassafras is a locality and small rural community in the local government areas of Latrobe and Meander Valley, in the Launceston and North-west and west regions of Tasmania. Sassafras is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 352 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Sassafras?

Sassafras has a population of 352 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.

What schools are in Sassafras?

There is 1 school in or near Sassafras, including Sassafras Primary School.