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Overview

Penna is a quiet, rural‑residential locality in the Sorell Council area of south‑east Tasmania, situated just 5 km north‑west of the historic town of Sorrell. With a 2016 census population of 422, the community enjoys a spacious lifestyle framed by the waters of Pitt Water on its south‑western edge and the nearby Penna Beach, offering easy access to the shoreline. The surrounding landscape includes the low‑lying Pontos Hills and the backdrop of Mount Lord, giving residents a blend of coastal and modest mountain scenery.

The main thoroughfare, Route C351 (Brinktop Road), enters Penna from the north‑west and runs eastward, linking the suburb to surrounding areas and providing straightforward car access to Sorrell and beyond. Although the local post office closed in 1955, essential services are reachable in nearby Sorrell, while the rural‑residential zoning supports a mix of larger‑lot homes and hobby farms, appealing to those seeking a balance of privacy and convenience.

Region type mix: Regional 75%, Metro 25%.