Carlton River, Tasmania


Carlton River is a locality and small rural community in the local government area of Sorell, in the Sorell and surrounds region of Tasmania. It is located about east of the town of Hobart. The shore of Flinders Channel forms part of the southern boundary. The 2016 census determined a population of 265 for the state suburb of Carlton River.

History

The locality is likely named for the stream Carlton River that passes through it from north-east to south-west.

Road infrastructure

The C349 route runs south from the Arthur Highway through the locality, providing access to Primrose Sands. The C334 route passes through the locality from west to east.