The locality is about 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) south-east of the town of Rosny Park.

[1] It is a town located on the South Arm Peninsula on the outskirts of Hobart.

It is far enough from the Tasmanian capital of Hobart to consist largely of bushland, but near enough to be within commuting distance.

Most of the inhabitants of Sandford live on a large acreage, either used for farming or recreational purposes.

[2] Muddy Plains Post Office opened on 20 November 1850.