Ulverstone, Tasmania
The hub of the Central Coast
With its scenic riverfront, growing local economy and strong sense of community, Ulverstone stands as one of the best places to live in Tasmania. A vibrant coastal town on Tasmania’s North-West, it’s a place where families, professionals and entrepreneurs can truly thrive.
The hub of the Central Coast
Ulverstone, where business meets lifestyle
With its scenic riverfront, growing local economy and strong sense of community, Ulverstone stands as one of the best places to live in Tasmania. A vibrant coastal town on Tasmania’s North-West, it’s a place where families, professionals and entrepreneurs can truly thrive.
Perfectly positioned between the cities of Devonport and Burnie, Ulverstone offers the ideal mix of affordability, opportunity and accessibility. It’s a place built for growth, backed by local innovation, a supportive council and a community that values, and creates, connection.
The lifestyle
Ocean-side living with space to move
At the heart of Ulverstone’s lifestyle is its connection to the water and nature. The Ulverstone Waterfront and the River Leven Path are local favourites for places to walk, cycle or simply stop and soak in the scenery. The clearly paved trail starts at Legion Park on the Esplanade and traces the river’s edge. It’s perfect for walkers, runners, cyclists, families, prams, and also accessible for wheelchairs. With some exciting developments that are about to be go through planning such as the Eastern Shore Waterfront Parkland improvements, promising even more recreational opportunities and community spaces for locals to enjoy.
The town also benefits from golden sandy beaches, leafy parks and outdoor spaces that make the most of Tasmania’s North-West coast. From morning coffees by the shore to weekend bike rides, it’s the kind of setting where real life feels richer.
The town centre is evolving, too. For example, concept designs are underway to revitalise Reibey Street, bringing safer crossings and refreshed infrastructure to Ulverstone’s commercial heart.
All of this activity makes Ulverstone real estate an attractive proposition for investment, for relocation or simply for a better way of living.
The community
A town that welcomes you in
Community sits at the centre of life in Ulverstone. From the upgraded sports and recreation facilities and the local events staged at Hive Community Centre, to the rich calendar of family-friendly activities, Ulverstone is built for belonging. The Central Coast Council helps make community life easy to enjoy, supporting everything from the Ulverstone Community Swimming Centre and waterslide to local organisations, events and shared spaces.
Families love the town’s range of quality schools and safe neighbourhoods, as well as the easy access to shops, cafés and essential services. The local retail and social scene include the waterfront social hub of The Pier – a gathering place for locals, live music, good food and good company.
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Local businesses
A foundation of enterprise and innovation
Ulverstone is not just coastal charm, it’s also serious business. The local economy is built on a mix of traditional strengths and future-focused enterprise, making it ideal for startups, growing ventures and investors alike.
Botanical Resources Australia (BRA)
Operating on substantial agricultural land nearby, BRA is an example of how innovation, manufacturing and global export can be grounded in Ulverstone.
Windows on Westella
A modern café offering an all-day dining menu that highlights Tasmanian produce (including its signature pickled onions!) complemented by wines from the on-site Broad Acres vineyard.
The Pickled Onion Factory
A world-class, local produce business rooted in the town, adding character and authenticity to the local identity.
This region supports enterprise through access to resources, tailored planning support and strong local networks. From start-ups to established enterprises, Ulverstone is where ideas become success stories.
Why move here
Work, live, and grow on the Central Coast
Ulverstone offers a compelling proposition: a thriving local economy, modern infrastructure, a supportive community and lifestyle advantages rarely found in one place. Whether you’re looking for jobs in Tasmania, aiming to start a business in Tasmania, or simply seeking a sea-change… this is it!
Here, you can work in Tasmania’s key growth industries of manufacturing, agriculture, health, tourism, creative services and be home in time for a stroll along the beach, a coffee by the river, or a bike ride along the Leven.
You’ll find affordable housing, a motivated local workforce, and a council ready to help you hit the ground running. All of it wrapped up in a community that welcomes you – because here, you’re more than just a resident. You’re part of something.