Demographics
Franklin (Tas.) is approximately 45.7 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Franklin (Tas.) was 1094. The population is 50% male and 50% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Franklin (Tas.) are $1000 to $1399. The most common weekly income bracket is $400 to $499 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $275 to $349.Description
Located in the ultra-scenic Huon Valley, Franklin is the oldest township in the region and sits quietly on the western side of the beautiful Huon River. The riverside township of Franklin has lots of old- fashioned Tasmanian charm, from the quaint historic buildings and streetscape to the pretty wooden boats floating on the Huon River. Franklin is a small township in the south-east of Tasmania, between Huonville and Geeveston. It currently has a population of around 1,000 who either work in agriculture, aquaculture and forestry or commute to Hobart which is only a little over half an hour away. Franklin is located 45 km south-west of Hobart on the Huon Highway.