It is located about 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) south-west of the town of Burnie.

The 2016 census determined a population of 604 for the state suburb of Ridgley.

[3] The Pet River (including the Pet Reservoir) forms most of the south-eastern and eastern boundaries, and the Guide River forms the western boundary.

The Melba rail line passes through from south to north-east.

Route C108 (West Mooreville Road) runs north before exiting.