Tasmania location profile
Kempton TAS 7030
Kempton is a small rural township in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands known for its Georgian-era streetscape and relaxed country feel. It appeals to families, heritage lovers, and commuters seeking quiet living within driving distance of Hobart.
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Why families consider Kempton
Predominantly a farming and heritage village with a mix of long-term locals, rural workers, and commuting families. Lifestyle is quiet and community-oriented, with a slower pace, historic buildings, and easy access to open countryside.
Amenities & services
- Kempton General Store & Post Office
- Kempton Hotel (pub meals)
- Old Kempton Distillery cafe & cellar door (Dysart House)
- Fuel station
- Kempton Primary School
- Community hall & recreation ground
- Nearest supermarkets and broader services: Brighton/Bridgewater (~25–30km south) and Oatlands (~35–40km north)
- Nearest GP/health: Bridgewater/Brighton medical practices; Midlands Multi-Purpose Health Centre (Oatlands)
- Bridgewater Library (Libraries Tasmania), Bridgewater
- Oatlands Library (Libraries Tasmania), Oatlands
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger rail
- Tassielink Transit Midlands services (Hobart–Oatlands/Launceston) stop in/near Kempton
- Midland Highway (A1) arterial access
- Local route towards the Coal River Valley via Mud Walls Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Kempton Recreation Ground (oval, playground)
- Old Kempton Distillery tours, tastings and events (Dysart House)
- Heritage main-street walk and historic buildings
- Nearby bushwalking at Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary (Bagdad)
- Kempton Recreation Ground
- Green Ponds Rivulet corridor
- Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary (nearby)
Education context
No dedicated childcare in Kempton; families typically use services in Brighton/Bridgewater or Oatlands, with some family day care options in the wider region.
- University of Tasmania – Sandy Bay campus (Hobart)
- University of Tasmania – Hobart CBD campuses (including Medical Science Precinct and The Hedberg)