Sheffield - Railton, TAS 7010
Regional Tasmania living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Regional lifestyle
- $230/wk Median
- 12.7% Renters
Sheffield - Railton Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.6k
- Median age
- 49
- Median weekly rent
- $230
- To the CBD
- 180km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Sheffield - Railton Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Sheffield - Railton is a regular choice in regional Tasmania. It's a close-knit community of 6,619 people, 12.7% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $230.
Around Sheffield - Railton
Sheffield - Railton Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Sheffield - Railton Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Sheffield - Railton
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sheffield - Railton
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sheffield - Railton.
What's the community like in Sheffield - Railton?
Sheffield - Railton has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 6,619, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Sheffield - Railton walkable?
Sheffield - Railton carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Sheffield - Railton a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Sheffield - Railton has a 12.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady 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 Sheffield - Railton from Tasmania's capital?
Sheffield - Railton is approximately 180km from Tasmania's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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