Tranmere, Tasmania — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Tranmere, in the Clarence City Council local government area.
| Locality | Tranmere |
| State | Tasmania (TAS) |
| Local Government Area | Clarence City Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -42.92151 |
| Longitude | 147.41624 |
| Population | 1,639 |
| Density | 573.1 /km² |
| Area | 2.9 km² |
| Elevation | 57 m |
| Postcode | 7018 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Hobart | 8 km east-southeast |
Tranmere is a locality in the Clarence City Council local government area of Tasmania, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,639. The locality covers an area of 2.9 km², giving a population density of about 573.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 57 m above sea level. It lies approximately 8 km east-southeast of Hobart. Tranmere is located at 42.9215°S, 147.4162°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 7018. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Tranmere presents a quiet tableau of coastal living, where the gentle undulations of the land meet the cool embrace of the Derwent River estuary. It lies 8.4 km east-south-east of Hobart, TAS (from Hobart, TAS: bearing 121°T), and is situated 6.0 km east-south-east of Sandy Bay. The air here carries a soft, salubrious tang of salt and damp earth, a constant reminder of its maritime proximity. Rolling hills, softened by time and the persistent Tasmanian wind, give way to pockets of cultivated fields and scattered residential areas, their rooftops a modest patchwork against the verdant backdrop. A particular quality of light often settles over Tranmere in the late afternoon, a muted gold that seems to coax a deeper hue from the local grasses and the weathered timber of older homes, lending a contemplative air to the landscape.
The economic pulse of Tranmere has long been tied to its connection with the water and the land surrounding it. Historically, this stretch of coastline served as a vital point for early settlers, their endeavours shaping the very contours of the terrain. Today, while some agricultural remnants persist, the local economy finds its footing in a more diversified way, with small businesses catering to the needs of its residents and the steady trickle of visitors drawn to the peninsula's understated charm. The nearby waterways, once bustling with commercial vessels, now offer serene avenues for recreation, a subtle echo of a more industrious past. Tranmere itself, though not a grand hub, possesses a distinct character, one of quiet resilience and a deep, unpretentious connection to its Tasmanian surroundings.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Tranmere, Tasmania with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Tranmere, in the Clarence City Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Tranmere includes the postcode (7018), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Clarence City Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Tranmere is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |