Breadalbane
TAS 7258 • Tasmania
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
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania Route 140 — Launceston CBD 25 min
Commute to Launceston
🛣️ Close to Launceston Airport at Western Junction. Hobart is approximately 190 km south via the Midland Highway.
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.