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| Locality | Ulverstone |
| State | Tasmania (TAS) |
| Local Government Area | Central Coast Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -41.17487 |
| Longitude | 146.19102 |
| Population | 6,189 |
| Density | 369.9 /km² |
| Area | 16.7 km² |
| Elevation | 18 m |
| Postcode | 7315 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Hobart | 212 km north-northwest |
Ulverstone is a locality in the Central Coast Council local government area of Tasmania, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,189. The locality covers an area of 16.7 km², giving a population density of about 369.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 18 m above sea level. It lies approximately 212 km north-northwest of Hobart. Ulverstone is located at 41.1749°S, 146.1910°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 7315. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Ulverstone rests on the northern coast of Tasmania, a town embraced by the estuary of the River Leven as it flows towards the Bass Strait. It lies 12.7 km west of Devonport, TAS (from Devonport, TAS: bearing 270°T), and is situated 6.0 km east-south-east of West Ulverstone. The land here is a gentle swell, a tapestry of fertile plains meeting the sea, where the air carries the subtle tang of salt and the distant whisper of waves. Ochre soil, rich and yielding, underpins the agricultural heart of the region, dotted with stands of eucalyptus and interspersed with the neat geometries of cultivated fields. The light often possesses a soft, diffused quality, particularly in the late afternoon, casting long shadows that stretch across the paddocks and lending a quiet, reflective mood to the landscape.
The history of Ulverstone is intrinsically linked to the rich agricultural potential recognised by early settlers, with its harbour serving as a vital point for exporting timber and produce. Dairy farming and grazing have long been cornerstones of the local economy, their presence evident in the rolling green pastures that surround the town. The River Leven itself, a waterway of considerable character, has shaped the development of Ulverstone, providing a source of life and a route for commerce. Today, while agriculture remains significant, the town also benefits from a developing tourism sector, drawn to its proximity to natural attractions and its peaceful, unhurried pace of life, a distinct contrast to the bustling cities of the mainland.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ulverstone, Tasmania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -41.17487, 146.19102. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Ulverstone, in the Central Coast Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Ulverstone includes the postcode (7315), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Central Coast Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Ulverstone is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |