South Launceston, Tasmania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids South LauncestonLaunceston, Tasmania |
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 South Launceston
Location in Tasmania
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| Population | 4,592 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 7249 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 3 km (2 mi) S of Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| Region | Launceston | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Bass | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Bass | ||||||||||||||
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South Launceston is a neighborhood located in Launceston, a city in Tasmania. It's about 3 kilometers (about 2 miles) south of the main part of Launceston. In 2016, a count of people living there, called a census, showed that 4,592 people called South Launceston home. This area is part of the larger Launceston city and also includes smaller areas known as Glen Dhu and Sandhill.
How South Launceston Grew
South Launceston has been officially recognized as a specific area for a long time. It started as a small place called Galvin Town. By the 1890s, it became part of Launceston and was known as South Launceston. In 1906, the area grew even more to include the neighborhood of Sandhill.
Where is South Launceston?
The edges, or boundaries, of South Launceston are mostly straight lines. These lines were created by land surveys. A survey is when experts measure and map out land.
Getting Around South Launceston
A major road called Midland Highway (also known as National Route 1) passes through South Launceston. This highway helps people travel from the south-west part of the area towards the north. Highways are important roads that connect different towns and cities.
