Lenah Valley
TAS 7008 • Greater Hobart
About Lenah Valley
Lenah Valley is a leafy residential suburb nestled in a valley on the western slopes of Mount Wellington (kunanyi), just 4 kilometres north-west of Hobart's CBD. With a population of around 6,500, it is one of Greater Hobart's established middle-ring suburbs. The suburb has a mature demographic with a median age between 40 and 59, and a high owner-occupier rate of 76%, reflecting its desirability as a family neighbourhood.
Lenah Valley offers a tranquil, bush-fringed lifestyle with excellent proximity to Hobart's city centre. The suburb is a gateway to the kunanyi/Mount Wellington walking tracks and enjoys stunning mountain views. Local amenities include the Lenah Valley shops, sporting ovals, and Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School. Augusta Road serves as the main thoroughfare connecting residents to New Town and the CBD. The area appeals to professionals and families seeking a quiet, leafy environment with easy city access.
Lenah Valley falls under postcode 7008 and is governed by Glenorchy Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clark (Hobart) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Metro Route 520/522 — Hobart CBD via New Town 15-20 mins
- Metro Route 524 — Hobart CBD via Lenah Valley Road 15 mins
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ No train or light rail in Hobart. Bus and car are primary transport modes.
Small local shopping strip; most services require travel to New Town or Hobart CBD
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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10 McCann Crescent
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11 Creek Road
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6 Midwood Street
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Forster Street
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228 New Town Road
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2 Cross Street
Housing 2021 Census
58 state housing + 30 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 175
- 2. England 163
- 3. China 149
- 4. Nepal 149
- 5. New Zealand 48
- 6. Italy 43
- 7. Vietnam 39
- 8. United States 34
- 9. Scotland 32
- 10. Germany 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)