8 Barrack Street
8 Barrack Street, George Town TAS 7253, Australia
Key details
- Locality
- George Town
- State
- TAS
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GATAS702189786
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- 59158/9
- Remoteness area
- Regional
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 723 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 that the house at 8 Barrack Street occupies?
The property sits on a 723 m² parcel of land. This provides ample space for a garden or outdoor amenities.
How would you describe the climate in George Town?
George Town enjoys a Mediterranean‑influenced oceanic climate with mild, relatively dry summers and cool, wetter winters. Average maximum temperatures range from about 21 °C in February to 13 °C in July, with roughly 670 mm of rain each year.
What heritage attractions are close to 8 Barrack Street?
Several heritage sites are within walking distance, including Fasifern (0.1 km), the house at 15‑17 Wellington St (0.1 km), Paterson Memorial on the Esplanade (0.2 km), The Grove at 25 Cimitiere St (0.3 km), and Regent Square and George Town Memorial Hall on Macquarie St (0.4 km).
What major infrastructure serves the George Town area?
George Town is the terminus for the Basslink 400 kV submarine electricity cable linking Tasmania to the mainland, and the nearby Tamar Valley Power Station supplies additional power. The Bell Bay port and smelter are also in the vicinity.
What recreational activities are available nearby?
Residents can enjoy seaside pursuits such as swimming, surfing, fishing and boating, and visit the Little Penguin colony at Low Head. The council is also developing 80 km of mountain‑bike trails on Mount George and the Tippogoree Hills.
How close is the property to the Tamar River?
8 Barrack Street is situated in the heart of George Town on the eastern bank of the Tamar River mouth, placing it just a short walk from the river’s waterfront.
What community amenities does George Town provide?
The town offers a regional hospital, supermarkets, and a local radio station (Tamar FM 95.3). Annual events include the Tamar Valley Folk Festival and the Steampunk Tasmania Festival.