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Tarleton

TAS 7310 • Tasmania

377
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietRiverside

About Tarleton

Tarleton is a rural and residential locality in north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 5 kilometres west of the township of Latrobe within the Latrobe Council local government area. Gazetted as a locality in 1962 and named after a notable 19th-century Tasmanian government official, the locality is home to around 377 residents across a modest area of 5.4 square kilometres near the Mersey River estuary. Its character is quietly semi-rural, with a mix of farming land and residential properties typical of the Latrobe district.

The surrounding area offers the scenic beauty of Tasmania's north-west coast, with rolling farmland, river landscapes, and easy access to Latrobe's village shops, cafes, and services just minutes away. Devonport, a major regional centre with Spirit of Tasmania ferry connections to Melbourne, is approximately 15 kilometres to the north-west and provides access to a full range of retail, health, and education services. Tarleton suits those seeking affordable semi-rural living in a well-connected part of Tasmania with the natural amenity of the north-west coast close at hand.

Tarleton falls under postcode 7310 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7310
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.24°, 146.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.38 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Redline Coaches / Metro Tasmania services — Latrobe / Devonport Approximately 10-15 min to Latrobe; 25-30 min to Devonport

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
No rail service in Tasmania; Redline Coaches operates between Devonport and Hobart
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4 hr to Hobart
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-3.5 hr to Hobart

🛣️ Devonport (15 km) is the practical regional centre. Spirit of Tasmania ferry connects Devonport to Melbourne.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tarleton has minimal local services; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Latrobe just 5 km away for basic shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
377
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tarleton known for? +

Tarleton is a quiet rural locality on Tasmania's north-west coast, known for its pastoral landscape near the Mersey River estuary and its proximity to the historic town of Latrobe and the regional hub of Devonport.

How far is Tarleton from Devonport? +

Tarleton is approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Devonport, a drive of around 15-20 minutes. Devonport is the major regional centre for the area, with a hospital, shops, schools, and the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal.

Does Tarleton have public transport? +

Tasmania has no passenger rail network, and public transport in Tarleton is limited. Some Redline Coaches and Metro Tasmania services connect the area to Latrobe and Devonport, but a car is the most practical transport option.

What is the population of Tarleton? +

Tarleton recorded a population of approximately 377 residents at the 2021 Census, making it a small rural locality within the Latrobe Council area of north-west Tasmania.

Is Tarleton a good place to live? +

Tarleton suits those who value affordable, semi-rural living in a scenic part of Tasmania, close to Latrobe's village amenities and within easy reach of Devonport's regional services and the Spirit of Tasmania ferry.

What is the postcode for Tarleton? +

The postcode for Tarleton, Tasmania is 7310, shared with nearby localities including Latrobe.