Tasmania location profile
Scottsdale TAS 7260
Scottsdale is a rural service town in northeast Tasmania known for agriculture, forestry, and a strong community feel. It offers affordable living, essential services, and access to scenic countryside, trails, and nearby coastal attractions.
Explore schools in Scottsdale
Compare local schools using the BestSchools list and interactive map.
Why families consider Scottsdale
Mix of families, tradespeople, and retirees; lifestyle is relaxed and community-oriented with a focus on outdoor recreation, farming, and small-town amenities.
Amenities & services
- Supermarket (Woolworths) and local shops
- Scottsdale Hospital and GP clinics
- Pharmacies
- Cafes, pubs and takeaways
- Service Tasmania and post office
- Primary and high schools
- Scottsdale Library (Libraries Tasmania), King Street, Scottsdale
Transport & connectivity
- No passenger train services
- Intercity bus services to Launceston and St Helens
- Tasman Highway (A3)
- Lilydale Road (B81)
- Bridport Road (B84)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Northeast Park (camping and picnic areas)
- Scottsdale Recreation Ground (oval and club facilities)
- Scottsdale Swimming Pool (seasonal)
- North East Rail Trail (cycling/walking)
- Scottsdale Golf Club
- Community halls and clubs
- Northeast Park
- Mount Stronach Regional Reserve
- Scottsdale Rivulet Walk
- North East Rail Trail (Scottsdale section)
Education context
Limited but available: a local long day care service plus family day care; waitlists vary seasonally.
- University of Tasmania – Launceston (Newnham and Inveresk campuses), approx. 60–70 minutes by road