Sorell - Richmond, TAS 7374
A slower pace than Hobart, with space and community to match.
- Small-town feel
- $355/wk Median
- 21.6% Renters
Sorell - Richmond Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 10k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $355
- To the CBD
- 27.7km
- Walkability
- 6.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Sorell - Richmond Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Sorell - Richmond offers a genuinely different pace from Hobart's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $355 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 9,993, with 21.6% renting rather than owning.
Around Sorell - Richmond
Sorell - Richmond Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Sorell - Richmond Main Street
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Sorell - Richmond
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Sorell - Richmond
Real questions renters ask before moving to Sorell - Richmond.
What's the community like in Sorell - Richmond?
Sorell - Richmond has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 9,993, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is Sorell - Richmond family-friendly for renters?
Sorell - Richmond has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $355/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Hobart.
Is Sorell - Richmond a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Sorell - Richmond has a 21.6% 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.
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