Clifton Beach, Tasmania, Suburb Profile
Clifton Beach, located about 25 km southeast of Hobart, Tasmania, is a popular destination for surfers and beachgoers alike. It boasts a tight-knit community where properties are rare gems on the market, reflecting the area's desirability.
With the beach just a short stroll from prime-located backyards, residents enjoy a lifestyle rich in recreational activities, including beach walks, surfing, swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you seek a permanent home or a seaside escape, properties in Clifton Beach offer relaxed coastal living at its finest.
Where is Clifton Beach, Tasmania?
Clifton Beach is a stunning destination just a 35-minute drive from Hobart CBD and a 25-minute drive from the international airport. It stretches from Sandford and South Arm around to Cremorne, separated by a small mass of the Pipe Clay Lagoon, and is home to approximately 618 residents.
It is part of the City of Clarence and is a popular surfing location. The Clifton Beach Surf Life Saving Club, established in 1963, is a testament to the area's vibrant surfing community.
Postcode: 7021
Clifton Beach, Tasmania to Hobart: 35 mins drive, 30 km
Population of 618 in the 2021 Census.
Real estate in Clifton Beach
Properties in Clifton Beach are renowned for their stunning beachfront locations and exceptional views. Many properties reach the beach dunes, offering panoramic vistas that span the entire length of the beach. These properties typically boast direct access to the beach, creating an enviable lifestyle for residents who seek the tranquillity and beauty of coastal living.
Homes in this area often complement their natural surroundings, featuring light-filled living spaces, high ceilings, and extensive use of natural materials.
Outdoor living is a popular feature, with multiple decks and lush native gardens providing perfect spaces for relaxation and entertainment. The interiors often include contemporary kitchens with quality appliances, open-plan dining and living areas, and cosy features like wood heaters for year-round comfort.
Various Clifton Beach properties have been refurbished or renovated, blending modern amenities with the charm of beachside architecture. These homes often come with additional features such as outdoor showers, ample storage, and potential for further development, making them ideal for families and investors.
The secluded and private nature of these properties, combined with their proximity to the beach, makes them highly sought-after in the real estate market and often hard to secure!
If you want to purchase in the desirable area of Clifton Beach and its surrounding area, contact us today to ensure you're the first to know when a property becomes available.
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Transport availability in Clifton Beach
Several transportation options are available for travelling to and around Clifton Beach, including bus, taxi, car, bike, boat, jet ski, skateboarding, and walking.
The local bus service, Metro, offers affordable fares daily. The Metro bus travels from Lauderdale to Cremorne, then turns onto South Arm Road and travels down Clifton Beach Road, Clifton Beach. To view the timetable, click here.
Things to do
Facing southeast into Storm Bay, Clifton Beach is exposed to strong southerly swells, resulting in waves that average 1 to 2 metres. This makes it an excellent spot for surfing, with the beach consistently providing good beach breaks. However, these conditions can create hazardous rip currents, making it one of the most dangerous beaches in Tasmania. The beach's natural beauty and challenging surf conditions make it a favoured location for various activities such as walking, jogging, surfing and other water-related activities.
Pipeclay Lagoon, adjacent to Clifton Beach, is a pristine and secluded spot ideal for oyster farming due to its clean, nutrient-rich waters from the Southern Ocean. The Tasmanian Oyster Co. hatchery, Shellfish Culture, cultivates full and plump oysters. These oysters offer a unique tasting experience, making these oysters a coveted delicacy. So, while living in Clifton Beach, you can brush up on your oyster knowledge and become a regular customer of Shellfish Culture oysters!
The Clifton Beach Surf Life Saving Club, established in 1963, plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of locals and visitors. Located at the beach's western end, the club provides volunteer patrols on weekends and public holidays during the summer months. These patrols are essential given the beach's hazardous conditions, particularly when waves exceed 1 meter. The club's presence enhances safety and fosters a sense of community among beachgoers and surfers.
Clifton Beach Nippers is a summer program that provides local children with fun, beach activities while teaching essential surf skills and water safety. Through this surf education and development initiative, participants learn how to stay safe in the water (however, they do not teach children to swim) and help protect their peers and community. Nippers are a vital part of Clifton Beach’s active community, promoting both individual growth and collective responsibility.
In Lauderdale, a town nearby, a purpose-built facility was created to enhance the experience for children and their parents and guardians and make learning this essential life skill more enjoyable. Drawing on extensive experience, Kim developed the swimKamp facility, designed to complement her team’s distinctive teaching style. This unique venue provides a supportive environment that delivers a positive and effective swimming education.
If you want more outdoor activities and fun spots to visit with your family, check out the nearby towns of Lauderdale, Seven Mile Beach and Acton Park.
Nature and recreation spots
Clifton Beach Reserve is a community park with beach access, barbecue facilities, a picnic area, play equipment, and toilets nearby. The coastal reserve adds to the small town's scenic value and features coastal dunes, particularly prominent behind the central and eastern parts of the beach. The reserve extends to the shallow southern shores of the circular Pipe Clay Lagoon. This natural setting provides a stunning backdrop for beach activities and a habitat for diverse plant and animal species, contributing to the area's natural environment.
Dining and cafes
Within the laid-back charm of Clifton Beach, a coastal town with its own unique beauty, you'll find a relaxed atmosphere without bustling cafes or restaurants. However, its convenient location close to neighbouring suburbs ensures quick access to a variety of dining options only minutes away.
Lauderdale locals enjoy The Foreshore Hotel, perched on the edge of Ralph's Bay. For a taste of local flavours, Driftwood Restaurant serves up a selection of seasonal produce, while The Altitude caters to special occasions with flair. For your caffeine fix and culinary cravings, Angie Sue has you covered!
Meanwhile, Seven Mile Beach beckons you to indulge in a delightful experience at Beaches Restaurant & Events. Additionally, the Royal Hobart Golf Club welcomes both members and non-members to savour a delicious lunch every Tuesday to Sunday and dinner options every Friday night.
No matter where you reside in Clifton Beach, the tranquil surroundings are complemented by a diverse array of dining and cafe options within easy reach.
Shopping and services
While Clifton Beach does not have shops or services within its boundaries, residents and visitors are fortunate to have abundant options just minutes away. Here are just a few highlights to explore nearby.
Eastlands in Rosny, the largest shopping centre in Tasmania, is only 25 minutes away. Eastlands boasts a range of stores, including Big W and Kmart, Woolworths and Coles, JB Hi-Fi, Michael Hill, Natures Works, and many more!
You can enjoy the convenience of all your necessities along Lauderdale’s main street, South Arm Road. You will come across a Hill Street grocer, TCM Market, Amcal Pharmacy, Eastern Shore Doctors, Hobart Pathology, Lauderdale Post Office, a newsagency, hairdresser and our local Fall Real Estate office.
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Local schools
The closest primary school is Lauderdale Primary School situated in Lauderdale, just a 10 minute drive. Their mission is to provide every student with opportunities to continue learning, reach their potential, and contribute positively to the wider school community.
Contact Lauderdale Primary School to learn about their school bus, which collects children from Clifton Beach ready for the school day.
Bayview Secondary College, the local high school, is located less than a 20 minute from the centre of Clifton Beach in the neighbouring area of Rokeby. You will also find John Paul II Catholic School and Emmanuel Christian School in Rokeby. Public and private bus services are available.
If you are looking for childcare centres or afterschool and holiday programs, the Discovery Early Learning Centre is next door to Lauderdale Primary.
“We are dedicated to providing high-quality early education programs for children in a safe, secure, challenging and nurturing environment that is rich, flexible and encourages learning, curiosity, creativity and exploration.” Discovery Early Learning Centre.
You will also find Lauderdale’s Grasshoppers Play Centre, an Early Learning Play Centre for 3 to 5-year-olds.
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Fall Real Estate has a network of eight premier real estate offices strategically positioned throughout Southern Tasmania, providing you with convenient access to our friendly and professional agents.
For those living in or wanting to purchase in Clifton Beach and surrounds, our nearest offices are just a stone's throw away in Lauderdale, Sorell and Howrah, ensuring easy connections with our dedicated team.
Nearby Suburbs
Sandford
Cremorne
South Arm
South Arm
Opossum Bay
Oakdowns
Rokeby
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