South Burnie
TAS 7320 • Tasmania
About South Burnie
South Burnie is a residential locality situated on the southern fringe of Burnie, a major port city on Tasmania's north-west coast. With a population of around 348 residents, the suburb occupies a compact 1.65 square kilometres and sits near sea level along the coast. It shares a postcode with Burnie itself and benefits from proximity to the city's services, industry, and the working waterfront. The area has historically been home to working-class families connected to Burnie's manufacturing and port industries.
Residents of South Burnie enjoy easy access to Burnie's CBD, which offers supermarkets, hospitals, and a growing arts and cultural precinct along the foreshore. The suburb has a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere typical of Tasmanian regional towns, with affordable housing and a strong sense of neighbourhood. Public transport links to central Burnie make it practical for those without a car, and the surrounding region offers hiking, coastal walking tracks, and access to natural attractions across north-west Tasmania.
South Burnie falls under postcode 7320 and is governed by Burnie City Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Murchison) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Burnie local services — Burnie CBD 10 min
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Burnie is on Tasmania's north-west coast. Launceston is approximately 140km east via the Bass Highway.
Most errands require a car, though short trips to Burnie CBD are manageable on foot or by bus
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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4 North Terrace
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Van Diemens Crescent
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Marriott Street
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Mooreville Road
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Paraka Street
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Bird Street
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Atkins Drive
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24-26 Futuna Avenue
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4 Johnson Street
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Cnr Roslyn Ave & Mount St
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Fidler Street
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Bass Highway
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Stowport Road