The locality is about 18 kilometres (11 mi) north-east of the town of Sorell.

[1] The town has a marine west coast, warm summer climate.

[3] Altitude is the main determinant of local climate in the region, and droughts are almost non-existent.

[4] The Nugent post office opened on 5 February 1883 and closed in 1968.

[6] Currajong Rivulet forms a small part of the northern boundary.