Elliott
TAS 7325 • Tasmania
About Elliott
Elliott is a rural locality in the Waratah-Wynyard local government area on the North West Coast of Tasmania, situated approximately 21 kilometres south-east of the coastal town of Wynyard. Covering around 34 square kilometres, the locality sits in the hinterland of north-west Tasmania and had a population of approximately 355 at the 2021 census. The Cam River forms much of the eastern boundary, and the Murchison Highway (A10) passes through the locality. Elliott falls within the federal and state electorate of Braddon.
Elliott is a quiet rural community characterised by dairy farming, small holdings and the natural beauty of the Tasmanian north-west hinterland. The locality is conveniently positioned along the Murchison Highway, providing access to Wynyard (about 20 minutes north) for coastal shopping, schools and services, and to Burnie (approximately 30 minutes north-east) for major regional amenities including hospitals and shopping centres. The surrounding countryside offers scenic farmland, forest and access to the hills of north-west Tasmania. It suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the coast.
Elliott falls under postcode 7325 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Merseylink / Tassielink — Wynyard / Burnie 20–30 min
Commute to Wynyard
🛣️ No rail services in Tasmania. Car is the primary mode of transport. Burnie (~30 min north-east) is the nearest major regional centre with a hospital, supermarkets and higher education.
A dispersed rural locality with no walkable village centre or footpath network. A private vehicle is required for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Jackson Street
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Bowick Street
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Gibbons Street
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Jenner Street
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School Lane