Hampshire
TAS 7321 • Tasmania
About Hampshire
Hampshire is a small rural locality in the Waratah-Wynyard area of north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 150 kilometres from Launceston CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 213 square kilometres of farming and forest land near the Hampshire Hills.
The nearest town of Wynyard, approximately 25 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Hampshire Hills area provides water storage and farming for the north-west coast, with dairy and potato growing common in the region. There is no public transport serving Hampshire; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.
Hampshire falls under postcode 7321 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular service — N/A N/A
Commute to Launceston CBD
🛣️ Car is essential; Wynyard is nearest service centre
Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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17386 Bass Highway
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100 Upper Natone Rd
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904 Ridgley Highway
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29 Ritchie Street