Goshen
TAS 7216 • Tasmania
About Goshen
Goshen is a rural locality in north-east Tasmania, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-west of the coastal town of St Helens within the Break O'Day local government area. With a population of 95 at the 2021 Census, it covers a substantial 164 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural and bushland terrain. The Scamander River forms the locality's south-western boundary, and the area has been settled since the mid-19th century, with the name gazetted in 1964.
The Tasman Highway passes through Goshen, providing a direct route to St Helens and further along Tasmania's scenic east coast. The locality offers a peaceful rural setting with proximity to the Blue Tier conservation area, known for its mountain biking trails and old-growth rainforest. Residents rely on St Helens for shopping, schools, and medical services, while enjoying the quiet bushland surroundings, native wildlife, and easy access to the beaches and fishing spots of the Bay of Fires region.
Goshen falls under postcode 7216 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Calows Coaches (St Helens–Launceston) — St Helens / Launceston 15 min to St Helens; 2 hr 25 min to Launceston
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ St Helens (11 km) is the nearest service town; Launceston is approximately 165 km via the Tasman Highway
A dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; residents drive to St Helens for all needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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9 Circassian Street