Nowhere Else, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Nowhere Else Tasmania
Nowhere Else Location in Tasmania
Population	40 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	7306
LGA(s)	Kentish Council
Region	North-west and west
State electorate(s)	Lyons
Federal Division(s)	Lyons
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall  ? ? 11 mm 0.4 in
Localities around Nowhere Else: Lake Barrington Barrington Barrington Lake Barrington Nowhere Else Sheffield West Kentish West Kentish West Kentish

Nowhere Else is a small countryside area in Tasmania, Australia. It's part of the Kentish Council region. This unique place is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) west of the town of Sheffield.

In 2016, a survey called the census counted 40 people living in Nowhere Else. It's a defined rural area on the island of Tasmania. You can find it at a specific spot on the map: latitude -41.366 and longitude 146.276.

Nowhere Else is located near Lake Barrington (Tasmania). It's about 190 kilometers (118 miles) from Hobart, the capital city. It's also 72 kilometers (45 miles) west of Launceston. The special number for mail delivery, called a postcode, is 7306.

The Story Behind the Name: Nowhere Else

Nowhere Else officially became a recognized place in 1957. People believe its unusual name came from an old road. This road supposedly led to a spot that didn't have a name. So, it was like going to "nowhere else."

Where is Nowhere Else?

Lake Barrington forms the edge of Nowhere Else on its north-western side. This lake is a big part of the area's natural look.

Getting Around Nowhere Else

Route C143 in Nowhere Else

A road called Route C143, also known as Nowhere Else Road, goes right through the area. It runs from the north-east to the south-east. This road helps people travel in and out of this unique locality.