Dilston, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Dilston Launceston, Tasmania
Dilston Location in Tasmania
Postcode(s)	7252
Location	17 km (11 mi) NW of Launceston
LGA(s)	Launceston
Region	Launceston
State electorate(s)	Bass
Federal Division(s)	Bass
Suburbs around Dilston: Swan Bay Mount Direction Turners Marsh Windermere, Tamar River Dilston Turners Marsh Tamar River Newnham Rocherlea

Dilston is a lovely area in Tasmania, Australia. It's a mix of country and home areas, located within the Launceston region. Dilston is about 17 kilometers (about 10.5 miles) north-west of the main city of Launceston. In 2021, a count showed that 558 people lived in Dilston.

Discovering Dilston's Past

Dilston officially became known as a 'locality' in 1963. This means it was formally recognized as a specific place on maps and for government purposes.

Long before that, a post office opened in Dilston in 1871. It helped people send and receive mail for many years. The post office eventually closed its doors in 1975.

Dilston's Natural Surroundings

Dilston is located near the beautiful Tamar River. The river forms most of the western edge of Dilston. This means the river acts like a natural border for the area.

Getting Around Dilston

Dilston has important roads that help people travel. The East Tamar Highway (A8) is a major road that runs through the area. It enters from the south and continues all the way to the north.

Another important road is Route C742, also known as John Lees Drive. This road runs next to the A8 for a long distance. It connects to the A8 at different points in both the south and north of Dilston.

There is also Route C739, called Windermere Road. This road starts where it meets C742 and goes west until it leaves Dilston. These roads help residents and visitors move easily through the locality.