18 New Street, Beaconsfield TAS 7270, Australia
The property is about 0.8 km from the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre, a local mining museum. This short walk gives easy access to the town’s gold‑mining history.
The West Tamar Highway (Route A7) runs through Beaconsfield, offering direct access to the town and the surrounding region. It connects the area north‑south along the Tamar River.
Cabbage Tree Hill is roughly 1.1 km away, while Middle Arm Creek lies about 1.2 km from the property. Jubilee Park, a local park, is also within 1.3 km, providing green space nearby.
According to the 2016 census, Beaconsfield had a population of 1,298 residents. The town has a small‑town atmosphere with a close‑knit community.
Beaconsfield grew out of a gold‑mining boom after gold was discovered in the 1860s, becoming the richest gold town in Tasmania. In 2006 the town gained international attention due to a mine collapse that trapped two miners for several days.
Yes, a weather station at the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre is about 0.9 km from the house. It has been operating since 1907, providing local climate data.
Beaconsfield introduced fluoride to its water on 30 September 1953, becoming the first town in Australia to do so. This public‑health initiative was led by municipal chemist Frank Grey.
