Wynyard
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wynyard, TAS 7325.
About Wynyard
Welcome to Wynyard
Wynyard sits on Tasmania's north-west coast at the mouth of the Inglis River, where Table Cape's red soil headland meets the Bass Strait. It's a working coastal town rather than a manufactured lifestyle suburb, with a fishing fleet, an airport, and a rhythm of life shaped by farming, tourism and the sea. For those coming from Hobart or the mainland, it's about as far north-west as Tasmania gets, a fair distance from the capital but well connected to the region's own hub city, Burnie, just along the coast.
The town suits people who want space, scenery and a slower pace without giving up on services and schools. With a median age of 49 and a population of 6,296, Wynyard has an established, settled feel, and it draws retirees, farming families and coastal-lifestyle buyers alike, alongside those working in nearby Burnie or at the local airport.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Wynyard revolves around its waterfront, the Inglis River, and the dramatic Table Cape headland with its lighthouse and famous tulip farm, which draws visitors each spring. The town centre has a modest but genuine mix of cafes, pubs and takeaway spots serving locals and the steady flow of grey nomads and grey-caravan travellers who use Wynyard as a base for exploring the north-west. It's not a dining destination in the way a capital-city suburb might be, but what's there tends to be unpretentious and reliably good, built around fresh seafood and local produce from the surrounding dairy and vegetable country.
Getting around
Wynyard's biggest transport asset is its own airport, Burnie Airport (often still called Wynyard Airport by locals), which runs direct flights to Melbourne, making the town more accessible than its remote position on the map might suggest. Burnie itself, Tasmania's north-west commercial and port hub, is a short drive along the coast, and the Bass Highway links Wynyard efficiently to Devonport and on to Launceston for those needing to travel further. Locally, a car is the practical way to get around, with the town's layout spread along the river mouth and coastline rather than built for dense foot traffic.
Schools & families
Families in Wynyard have solid local options, including Table Cape Primary School and Wynyard High School, both serving the town directly, while the Indie School's Devonport campus in Wynyard offers an alternative flexible-learning pathway for older students. The presence of a full run of schooling from primary through to secondary within the town itself is a drawcard for families who want to avoid long daily commutes, and it adds to Wynyard's appeal as a genuine, self-contained community rather than a satellite of somewhere bigger.
Parks & recreation
The coastline is the main event here: the Inglis River foreshore, town beach and boat ramp give Wynyard a strong fishing and boating culture, while Table Cape's walking tracks and lookout offer some of the best coastal views on the north-west coast. Golfers have a course overlooking the cape, and the surrounding countryside, including neighbouring Flowerdale and Doctors Rocks, opens up into farmland and forest reserves for those who want to get further off the beaten track. It's a landscape built for walking, fishing and photography rather than manicured urban parkland.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Wynyard is dominated by detached houses, which make up 72% of current listings, with land sales accounting for a further 20% and apartments or units a small 8% share. Architecturally it's a mix of older weatherboard and brick cottages closer to the town centre and river, with newer builds and rural-residential blocks spreading out towards Table Cape and the surrounding countryside. The relatively high proportion of vacant land on the market points to ongoing scope for new building, particularly for buyers wanting a coastal or semi-rural block rather than an existing home.
The property market
Wynyard's median house price sits at $536,000, having grown 8.9% recently, a sign of the broader interest in north-west Tasmanian coastal towns as buyers look beyond Hobart and Launceston for value. Units and apartments, a much smaller part of the market, carry a median of $450,000, while renters typically pay around $458 a week. Compared with capital-city prices, Wynyard remains accessible, and the mix of houses, land and a small unit market gives buyers at different budgets genuine entry points, from established riverside cottages to new-build blocks on the town's outskirts.
Market snapshot
Wynyard property market
Median sale price
$536k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$458
per week
Gross rental yield
4.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$411k
Median
$536k
Premium
$815k
Days on market
41
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
61
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Wynyard by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wynyard, TAS 7325.
Population
6,296
residents (2021)
Median age
49
years
Household income
$1,042
median, per week
Median rent
$221
per week
Median mortgage
$1,213
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Wynyard
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Indie School - Devonport (Wynard Campus)
Recent results
Recently sold in Wynyard
$549k
1/17 Katelyn Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
4 Bowick Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
17 Jackson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$510k
23 McArthur Street
Sold ~July 2026
$580k
75 Goldie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$500k
43 Hales Street
Sold ~July 2026
$895k
46 Lennah Drive
Sold ~June 2026
$720k
1/9 Tidal Mews
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
Wynyard suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Wynyard?
The median house price in Wynyard, TAS is $536k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.9%.
How much is rent in Wynyard?
The median weekly rent in Wynyard is around $458 per week.
Is Wynyard a good place to live?
Wynyard (/ˈwɪnjərd/) wi-nyuhd) is a rural town located on the North West coast of Tasmania, Australia. Wynyard is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 6,296 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Wynyard?
Wynyard has a population of 6,296 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 49.
What schools are in Wynyard?
There are 3 schools in or near Wynyard, including Table Cape Primary School, Indie School - Devonport (Wynard Campus) and Wynyard High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Wynyard?
Properties in Wynyard take around 41 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Wynyard?
Entry-level properties in Wynyard start around $411k, while premium homes reach $815k.
What suburbs are near Wynyard?
Suburbs near Wynyard include Doctors Rocks and Flowerdale.
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