George Town, TAS 7101
Regional Launceston living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Small-town feel
- $220/wk Median
- 27.1% Renters
George Town Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 7.1k
- Median age
- 48
- Median weekly rent
- $220
- To the CBD
- 36km
- Walkability
- 6.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
George Town Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
George Town offers a genuinely different pace from Launceston's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $220 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 7,118, with 27.1% renting rather than owning.
Around George Town
George Town Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
George Town Memorial Park
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in George Town
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in George Town
Real questions renters ask before moving to George Town.
Is George Town walkable?
George Town carries a walkability score of 6.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is George Town a good suburb for renters?
Yes. George Town has a 27.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
How far is George Town from the Launceston CBD?
George Town is approximately 36km from the Launceston CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 46-61 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in George Town?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in George Town is $220. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $220 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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