North Hobart Suburb Profile

North Hobart in Tasmania is a diverse and in-demand suburb with a fast-growing population. A hit with single people, working professionals and young families, the inner-city suburb attracts those who want to be close to all the action. Living in North Hobart offers a unique mix of convenience and community, with residents enjoying easy access to both city life and a relaxed, suburban atmosphere. Stroll through North Hobart’s suburban streets and you’ll discover a mix of character-filled apartments in Victorian and Federation-style buildings, charming cottages, and modern townhouses. 

With Hobart CBD on their doorstep, North Hobart residents are well and truly catered for when it comes to education. Campbell Street Primary School and Elizabeth College are the area’s schools, but nearby Hobart and Lenah Valley also have plenty of options for both primary and secondary school-aged children. 

Football holds a special place in the heart of many of North Hobart’s residents. The iconic North Hobart Oval, which was first established in 1921, has hosted many iconic AFL games in its past. Today, the football ground is also used for cricket, rugby league, and soccer games. 

Home to Hobart’s popular ‘restaurant strip’ on Elizabeth Street (between Tasma and Federal Streets), North Hobart is a foodie’s dream. From bibimbap and fried kitchen at Korean restaurant Kalbi to classic Italian at cosy Amici, modern southeast Asian or authentic Greek in a traditional taverna, Elizabeth Street’s multicultural eateries celebrate the suburb’s diverse population. 

When the weekend rolls around, Elizabeth Street lights up. Republic Bar & Café and The Alley Cat Bar are both regularly buzzing with the best local acts performing on their stages many nights of the week. 

Living in North Hobart also means being part of a vibrant arts scene, with various galleries, theaters, and art spaces showcasing local talent. The State Cinema, a historic indie theatre with a rooftop and café, is a prominent cultural landmark in the area and screens a mix of mainstream and arthouse films in its six cinemas. 

Area Features

All About The Arts

From its iconic independent movie theatre State Cinema to its art galleries and live music venues, North Hobart has a great appreciation of the arts. After seeing an arthouse film, visit Republic Bar & Café for live music from local bands in a cosy art deco setting.

Elevated Eats

Swap your pub crawl for a culinary crawl and eat your way along Elizabeth Street’s mecca of multicultural restaurants. Along the bustling street you can dine on everything from Indian to Vietnamese, Spanish, Thai and Japanese. Finish up with a cocktail at one of the street’s many cosy late-night haunts.

Heritage Homes

Picture-perfect cottages line many of Hobart’s streets, and North Hobart is no exception. Lovers of post card-worthy property will delight at the suburb’s stunning Victorian and Federation-era homes framed by lush gardens on leafy suburban streets.