Demographics

Forest is approximately 44.67 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Forest was 482. The population is 48% male and 52% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Forest are $1000 to $1399. The most common weekly income bracket is $650 to $799 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $0 to $74.

Description

Forest is a locality and small rural community in the local government area of Circular Head, in the North West region of Tasmania. It is located about 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) east of the town of Smithton. The Bass Highway follows the north-western boundary from north-east to south-west. The Black River forms the south-eastern boundary. The 2011 census determined a population of 590 for the state suburb of Forest.