Prospect Vale
TAS 7250 • Rest of TAS
About Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is a residential suburb on the outskirts of Launceston in northern Tasmania, situated within the Meander Valley Municipality approximately 10 kilometres west of the Launceston city centre. With a population of 5,433 and a median age of 48, the suburb skews notably older than the national average, reflecting a settled community of long-term residents and retirees. Set at an elevation of 178 metres, the suburb offers elevated views of the surrounding countryside and covers nearly 10 square kilometres of largely residential land.
The suburb's strongly Anglo-Australian character is evident in its ancestry data, with English and Australian heritage dominating. Households tend to be smaller, with a median size of 2.2 persons, and the high rate of married residents suggests a community of established families and downsizers. Proximity to Launceston's services, shopping, and healthcare, combined with a quieter semi-rural feel, makes Prospect Vale attractive to those seeking a comfortable lifestyle at a more relaxed pace than inner-city living offers.
Prospect Vale falls under postcode 7250 and is governed by Meander Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Launceston) electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Abbott & Mary Streets
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53 Howick Street
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107-119 Paterson Street
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40A Ravenswood Road
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Punchbowl Road
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55 Bourke Street
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74 Elphin Road
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4 Invermay Road
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10 Lyttleton Street
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31-37 Tudor Avenue
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30 Cypress Street
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Norwood Avenue
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161 Penquite Road
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Ralph Street
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452A West Tamar Road
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354 West Tamar Road
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Cleghorn Avenue
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Prossers Forest Road
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38 Station Road
Housing 2021 Census
67 state housing + 6 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. England 166
- 2. India 36
- 3. Philippines 33
- 4. New Zealand 32
- 5. Netherlands 28
- 6. China 26
- 7. Scotland 26
- 8. Nepal 21
- 9. South Africa 18
- 10. Italy 17
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)