What is Breadalbane known for?

Breadalbane is a small rural locality in the Northern Midlands municipality of Tasmania, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-east of Longford and about 15 kilometres south of Launceston. Breadalbane offers a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of Launceston's amenities, including shopping centres, hospitals, and cultural attractions.

How far is Breadalbane from Hobart CBD?

Breadalbane is approximately 11 kilometres from Hobart CBD, with a typical drive taking around 13-20 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Breadalbane have public transport?

Breadalbane is served by Metro Tasmania bus services connecting to Hobart. Tasmania has no passenger rail network, so buses and private vehicles are the main transport options. A car is commonly used for flexibility.

What is the population of Breadalbane?

According to the 2021 Census, Breadalbane has a population of approximately 103 residents, a small but recognised locality. The suburb falls within the TAS local government area.

Is Breadalbane a good place to live?

Breadalbane suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle away from urban areas. It offers open spaces and a close-knit community but limited local services — a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Breadalbane?

The postcode for Breadalbane, TAS is 7258. This postcode covers Breadalbane and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.

Breadalbane

TAS 7258 • Tasmania

103

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

17.29 km²

Area

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Median Rent

RuralHistoricAffordableQuiet Living

About Breadalbane

Breadalbane is a small rural locality in the Northern Midlands municipality of Tasmania, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-east of Longford and about 15 kilometres south of Launceston. With a population of around 103, it is a quiet residential area on the outskirts of greater Launceston. The locality was named by Governor Macquarie after the Earl of Breadalbane and was gazetted in 1959.

Breadalbane offers a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of Launceston's amenities, including shopping centres, hospitals, and cultural attractions. The area is close to the Launceston Airport at Western Junction and benefits from proximity to the Heritage Highway corridor. Residents enjoy the green rolling countryside typical of northern Tasmania, with local attractions including historic homesteads and the Ben Lomond National Park within a short drive.

Breadalbane falls under postcode 7258 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Tasmania

Postcode

7258

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Lyons

State Electorate

Lyons (McIntyre)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Hobart (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-41.50°, 147.21°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

17.29 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Metro Tasmania Route 140 — Launceston CBD 25 min

Commute to Launceston

Distance

15 km

By Train

N/A — no passenger rail in Tasmania

By Bus

25-35 min (limited service)

By Car (Peak)

15 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

12 min

🛣️ Close to Launceston Airport at Western Junction. Hobart is approximately 190 km south via the Midland Highway.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A spread-out rural locality with no local shops or footpaths. A car is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

103

▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

N/A

Personal Income 2021

N/A

▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021