Somerset, TAS 7553
Regional Tasmania living — space, quiet and a genuine community feel.
- Country charm
- $240/wk Median
- 27.3% Renters
Somerset Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.1k
- Median age
- 48
- Median weekly rent
- $240
- To the CBD
- 239km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Somerset Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
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.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Somerset is a regional Tasmania community of 4,067 residents, with 27.3% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $240 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Tasmania's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Somerset
Somerset Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Somerset Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Somerset
Real questions renters ask before moving to Somerset.
Is Somerset a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Somerset has a 27.3% 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 much does it cost to rent in Somerset?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Somerset is $240. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $240 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Somerset from Tasmania's capital?
Somerset is approximately 239km from Tasmania's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 249-264 minutes.
Is Somerset family-friendly for renters?
Somerset has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $240/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional TAS.
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