George Town
City in Tasmania, Australia
Overview
George Town is a charming coastal town in northern Tasmania, known for its rich maritime history, scenic waterfront, and proximity to natural attractions like Low Head Lighthouse and the Tamar River. With a relaxed pace of life and friendly locals, it's a welcoming destination for families and nature enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Tasmania
Population
4,536
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-41.12°, 147.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$2,370
Local Cost
$1,520
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
13.3°C
Summer Avg
16.7°C
Winter Avg
10.0°C
Record High
28.8°C
Record Low
2.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
889 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GEE
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.