Port Sorell
TAS 7307 • Rest of TAS
About Port Sorell
Port Sorell is a picturesque coastal town on Tasmania's north-central coast, situated where the Rubicon Estuary meets Bass Strait. With a population of around 2,200, this historic settlement lies 20 kilometres east of Devonport and 79 kilometres northwest of Launceston within the Latrobe municipality. Originally a fishing and sealing port named Burgess, it was renamed in 1822 after Governor William Sorell.
Life in Port Sorell centres on the water and natural environment. The Rubicon Estuary is internationally recognised for its birdlife, particularly waders and pied oystercatchers. Nearby Shearwater and Hawley Beach extend the coastal lifestyle options. The town serves as a popular holiday destination while maintaining a permanent community of retirees, sea-changers, and families seeking an affordable coastal lifestyle. Port Sorell attracts those who value natural beauty, a relaxed pace, and proximity to Devonport's services without the tourist bustle of larger Tasmanian towns.
Port Sorell falls under postcode 7307 and is governed by Latrobe Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Mersey) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 183 — Devonport City Interchange 25-30 min
Commute to Devonport
🛣️ No train service in the region. Bus services are limited. Car essential for daily commuting.
Limited footpath networks. Most services require travel to Devonport or Latrobe.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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197 Moriarty Road
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Percival Street
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Lewis Street
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9 Bonneys Lane
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50 School Road
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Bradshaw Street
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Westwind Drive
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 105
- 2. New Zealand 29
- 3. Netherlands 19
- 4. Scotland 15
- 5. India 12
- 6. Poland 8
- 7. Germany 7
- 8. China 6
- 9. Philippines 6
- 10. Ireland 5
- 11. United States 5
- 12. Malaysia 4
- 13. Wales 4
- 14. South Africa 3
- 15. Sri Lanka 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)