Springfield, Tasmania

For the suburb of Hobart formerly known as Springfield, see West Moonah, Tasmania.

Springfield Tasmania
Springfield
Coordinates	41°12′28″S 147°30′40″E
Population	188 (2016 census)[1]
Postcode(s)	7260
Location	8 km (5 mi) S of Scottsdale
LGA(s)	Launceston, Dorset
Region	Launceston, North-east
State electorate(s)	Bass
Federal division(s)	Bass
Localities around Springfield: West Scottsdale Scottsdale Scottsdale Nabowla, Myrtle Bank Springfield Cuckoo Targa South Springfield South Springfield

Springfield is a rural locality in the local government areas of Launceston and Dorset, in the Launceston and North-east regions of Tasmania. It is located about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) south of the town of Scottsdale. The 2016 census determined a population of 188 for the state suburb of Springfield.

History

The name Springfield was used for the area from 1876. It was gazetted as a locality in 1964.[2]

Geography

St Patricks River forms part of the southern boundary.[3]

Road infrastructure

The Tasman Highway (A3) passes through from south-west to north. The C406 route (South Springfield Road) starts at an intersection with A3 in the north and runs south-east before exiting. The C407 route (Ten Mile Track) starts at an intersection with A3 in the centre and exits to the north-east. The C830 route (Sledge Track) starts at an intersection with A3 in the centre and runs north before exiting to the north-west.[4]

References

1. "2016 Census Quick Stats Springfield (Tas.)". quickstats.censusdata.abs.gov.au. Australian Bureau of Statistics. 23 October 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2020.
2. "Placenames Tasmania – Springfield". Placenames Tasmania. Search, enter 1251E, Search, select row, show Details. Retrieved 18 May 2020.
3. "Springfield, Tasmania" (Map). Google Maps. Retrieved 13 May 2020.
4. "Tasmanian Road Route Codes" (PDF). Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water & Environment. May 2017. Archived from the original (PDF) on 1 August 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2020.