Roches Beach
TAS 7170 • Tasmania
About Roches Beach
Roches Beach is a small coastal residential locality in the City of Clarence, situated approximately 19 kilometres east of Hobart on the eastern shore of Frederick Henry Bay. With a population of 220 at the 2021 census, it is a quiet beachside community gazetted in 1958 and named after an early settler, nestled between Lauderdale and Acton Park. The locality's eastern boundary is formed by the calm waters of Frederick Henry Bay, making it a sought-after address for those seeking a peaceful coastal retreat near Hobart.
Roches Beach offers a tranquil lifestyle with direct beach access on Frederick Henry Bay, popular for swimming, kayaking, and birdwatching. The community is small and close-knit, with most residents commuting to Hobart or Rosny Park for work and services. The surrounding area includes the Lauderdale Canoe Polo facility and easy access to the broader Eastern Shore's cafes, schools, and retail precincts at Eastlands shopping centre in Rosny Park.
Roches Beach falls under postcode 7170 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Rumney) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Tasmania Route 605 — Hobart CBD via Lauderdale and Rosny 45-55 min
Commute to Hobart
🛣️ Access via Acton Road (C330) and Rokeby Road. Rosny Park (Eastlands) is the nearest major retail hub, about 15 min drive.
Quiet residential streets with beach access, but no local shops or services. Car required for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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976 Cambridge Road