South Spreyton, 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 South Spreyton, in the Kentish Council local government area.
| Locality | South Spreyton |
| State | Tasmania (TAS) |
| Local Government Area | Kentish Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -41.25661 |
| Longitude | 146.35187 |
| Population | 510 |
| Density | 121.4 /km² |
| Area | 4.2 km² |
| Elevation | 123 m |
| Postcode | 7310 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Hobart | 198 km north-northwest |
South Spreyton is a locality in the Kentish Council local government area of Tasmania, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 510. The locality covers an area of 4.2 km², giving a population density of about 121.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 123 m above sea level. It lies approximately 198 km north-northwest of Hobart. South Spreyton is located at 41.2566°S, 146.3519°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 7310. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
South Spreyton rests against the gentle slopes that descend towards the placid waters of the Mersey River. It lies 9.1 km south of Devonport, TAS (from Devonport, TAS: bearing 175°T), and is situated 6.7 km west of Latrobe. The landscape here is a soft tapestry of green, where fertile paddocks, often defined by weathered wooden fences, give way to stands of mature eucalyptus that whisper in the prevailing breeze. The air itself carries a cool, damp scent, hinting at the proximity of the river and the rich, dark soil that supports a thriving agricultural heart. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-overcast Tasmanian sky, has a diffused, almost pearlescent quality, bathing the rolling hills in a muted, luminous glow. The character of South Spreyton is one of quiet resilience, a place where the land dictates the pace of life, and the days unfold with an unhurried, natural cadence.
The story of South Spreyton is intrinsically linked to the agricultural bounty of Tasmania's North-West. For generations, this land has been worked by families who understood its potential, cultivating a strong tradition of dairy farming and mixed agriculture that continues to define the local economy. The rich pastures, watered by the Mersey and its tributaries, provide sustenance for herds that are a familiar sight against the verdant backdrop. While not a hub of industry, the steady output of its farms forms the bedrock of South Spreyton's prosperity, a quiet testament to hard work and a deep connection to the earth. The nearby river, a vital artery for transport in earlier times, now serves as a peaceful recreational space, its banks a favourite haunt for those seeking a connection with the natural world.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of South Spreyton, 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 South Spreyton, in the Kentish Council local government area.
Detailed location data for South Spreyton includes the postcode (7310), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Kentish Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer 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 South Spreyton 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. |