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Preston

TAS 7315 • Tasmania

149
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
41.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietPeacefulHinterland

About Preston

Preston is a small village in the North West region of Tasmania, located in the Central Coast Council municipal area near Upper Castra and approximately 12 kilometres south of the coastal town of Ulverstone. Set in the lush hill country above the Leven River valley, Preston is a quiet rural locality with a population of 149 at the 2021 Census, covering approximately 42 square kilometres of mixed farmland and bushland. The village has a long history, with Preston Post Office operating from 1896 until 1981.

Preston is best known locally for the Preston Falls (also called Delaney Falls), a picturesque waterfall reached by a short 120-metre walk through blackwood forest, making it a popular stop for visitors exploring the region. The township of Ulverstone, on the Bass Strait coast to the north, provides the nearest shopping, schools, medical services, and access to the Bass Highway. The wider Central Coast area offers beaches, the Leven Canyon, and access to Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park. Preston suits those seeking a peaceful hinterland lifestyle in Tasmania's scenic North West.

Preston falls under postcode 7315 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7315
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.30°, 146.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
41.59 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural bus services via Ulverstone — Devonport or Burnie (regional hubs) 20–40 min to Ulverstone

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 35 min

🛣️ Via Bass Highway; Ulverstone is the nearest town for daily needs; Devonport is approx 25km west

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Preston is a rural village with no walkable commercial centre; residents rely on a car for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
149
▲ 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 Preston TAS known for? +

Preston is known for Preston Falls (Delaney Falls), a picturesque waterfall accessible via a short walk through blackwood forest, and for its peaceful rural setting in the hill country above the Leven River valley in North West Tasmania.

How far is Preston from Ulverstone? +

Preston is approximately 12 kilometres south of Ulverstone, the nearest coastal town, making it about a 15-minute drive for shopping and services.

Does Preston TAS have public transport? +

There is no passenger rail in the region. Limited rural bus services operate in the wider Central Coast area, but a car is essential for residents of Preston.

What is the population of Preston TAS? +

According to the 2021 Census, Preston has a population of 149 residents, making it a small rural village within the Central Coast Council area of North West Tasmania.

Is Preston TAS a good place to live? +

Preston suits those seeking a quiet, rural hinterland lifestyle in Tasmania's scenic North West, with the convenience of Ulverstone just 12 kilometres away and access to spectacular natural features including Preston Falls and the broader Central Coast region.

What is the postcode for Preston TAS? +

The postcode for Preston, Tasmania is 7315, shared with Ulverstone and surrounding localities in the North West.