1053 Bishopsbourne Road
1053 Bishopsbourne Road, Bishopsbourne TAS 7301, Australia
Key details
- Locality
- Bishopsbourne
- State
- TAS
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GATAS702198617
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- 122870/1
- Remoteness area
- Regional
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 8656 m²
- Internal area
- -
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
Real Estate Agencies
Nearby schools
Frequently asked questions
What is the size of the land and how might it be used?
The property sits on 8,656 m² (about 2.1 acres) of land. In Bishopsbourne, land of this scale is commonly used for agricultural purposes such as grazing or cropping, reflecting the region’s predominant farming activity.
How far is the property from the nearest town centre and what is the population like?
It is located roughly 19 km south‑west of Longford, the nearest larger town. Bishopsbourne itself is a small rural locality with a 2016 census population of 136 residents.
What transport options are available nearby?
The property is accessed via Route C513 (Liffey Road/Bishopsbourne Road) which runs through the locality, and Route C518 branches off nearby. Public transport is limited to the Tassielink 796 bus (Launceston to Cressy), and the former railway station no longer offers passenger services.
Are there any notable historical sites or heritage landmarks close to the property?
Bishopsbourne is known for historic sites such as the Anglican Church of the Holy Nativity and its cemetery, as well as the legacy of Christ College, Australia’s first tertiary institution. The nearby former St Wilfrid’s Theological College (about 1 km away) also reflects the area’s religious and educational heritage.
What is the climate like in this part of Tasmania?
The region experiences Tasmania’s warmest summers and some of its coldest winters, often with frost, which influences agricultural activities on the surrounding farms.
What natural features are near the property?
The Liffey River forms the western boundary of Bishopsbourne, providing a natural water source and habitat. The extensive native grasslands historically present in the Midlands also characterize the surrounding landscape.