Dilston
TAS 7252 • Tasmania
About Dilston
Dilston is a rural and residential locality within the City of Launceston local government area in northern Tasmania, situated approximately 17 kilometres north-west of Launceston's city centre. With a population of 558 residents across 41 square kilometres, the community occupies a picturesque position along the western bank of the Tamar River, offering scenic waterfront landscapes and a quiet semi-rural setting. The locality provides a peaceful alternative to suburban Launceston while remaining within easy commuting distance of the city.
Dilston's residents enjoy the natural beauty of the Tamar River corridor, with opportunities for fishing, boating, and riverside walks along one of Tasmania's most celebrated wine and tourism routes. The locality is part of the Tamar Valley wine region, renowned for its cool-climate pinot noir and sparkling wines, with several wineries and cellar doors accessible from the area. Launceston provides all major services including shopping, hospitals, schools, and transport links, making Dilston popular with families and lifestyle buyers seeking a quiet, scenic riverside setting within commuting distance of the city.
Dilston falls under postcode 7252 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bass (Windermere) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania Route 95/96 (approx.) — Launceston City Approx. 25-35 min
Commute to Launceston CBD
🛣️ Accessible via West Tamar Highway along the Tamar River; Launceston Airport is approx. 20km away
Dilston has minimal local amenities; residents rely on cars to access Launceston for shopping, schools, and services
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.