Gagebrook, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Gagebrook Hobart, Tasmania
Bridgewater (left) and Gagebrook (right)
Gagebrook Location in Hobart
Population	1,440 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	7030
Location	9 km (6 mi) S of Brighton
LGA(s)	Brighton
Region	Hobart
State electorate(s)	Lyons
Federal Division(s)	Lyons
Suburbs around Gagebrook: Bridgewater Honeywood Honeywood Bridgewater Gagebrook Old Beach Bridgewater Herdsmans Cove, Old Beach Old Beach

Gagebrook is a suburb in Tasmania, Australia. It's a residential area, meaning people live there. Gagebrook is part of the Brighton local government area, which is near Hobart. In 2016, about 1440 people lived in Gagebrook. You can find it on the eastern side of the Derwent River, close to other suburbs like Bridgewater and Old Beach.

Gagebrook's History

Gagebrook officially became a suburb in 1977. It was developed with many homes built by the government. These homes were for families who needed affordable places to live. Over time, some of these government-built homes have been sold to private owners.

Schools in Gagebrook

Gagebrook has two primary schools for younger students. These are Herdman's Cove Primary School and Gagebrook Primary School. Both are public schools.

Gagebrook's Geography

The Jordan River forms the western and north-western edges of Gagebrook. This river helps to create the natural boundaries of the suburb.

Getting Around Gagebrook

Route B32, also known as the East Derwent Highway, passes by the southern part of Gagebrook. From this main road, you can use Gage Road and Tottenham Road to enter the suburb. These roads help people travel in and out of the area.