Lenah Valley
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Lenah Valley, TAS 7008.
About Lenah Valley
Welcome to Lenah Valley
Lenah Valley sits at the foot of Mount Wellington, about four kilometres north-west of the Hobart CBD, where a broad, leafy valley runs up towards the mountain's lower slopes. It's one of those Hobart suburbs that manages to feel both established and tucked away, with older weatherboard and brick cottages lining the main road and newer homes climbing the surrounding hillsides.
The suburb has long appealed to families and professionals who want easy access to the city without city-centre prices or density, and with a median age of 37 and a population of 6,522, it remains a settled, family-oriented pocket of inner Hobart. Its position between West Hobart, Mount Stuart, New Town, Moonah and West Moonah gives residents a wide net of nearby amenities while Lenah Valley itself retains its own distinct, self-contained village feel.
Lifestyle & dining
Lenah Valley's shopping strip, centred on Lenah Valley Road, is modest but functional, with a supermarket, cafes, a bakery and a handful of local shops covering day-to-day needs. It's the kind of place where locals tend to know their baristas by name, and the pace is unhurried compared with the busier strips closer to the city.
For a bigger night out or a wider range of dining, residents typically head into North Hobart or the city itself, both a short drive or bus ride away, or across to Moonah, which has developed its own following for cafes and eateries in recent years.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's standout feature is its proximity to the bush. Lenah Valley backs directly onto the lower reaches of Mount Wellington (kunanyi), giving residents walking and mountain-bike trail access literally at the end of many streets. The Lenah Valley Track is a well-used route up towards the mountain, and there are several reserves and playing fields scattered through the suburb for football, cricket and casual weekend sport.
This mix of accessible bushland and local ovals makes it a popular choice for outdoorsy types and families with young kids who want space to roam without leaving the suburb.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Lenah Valley Primary School and Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School both based in the suburb, giving parents a choice of public and Catholic primary education close to home. For secondary schooling, residents generally look to options in neighbouring suburbs and the wider northern Hobart area.
The combination of local primary schools, parks and a quiet residential street network is a big part of why Lenah Valley continues to draw young families and those upgrading from apartments elsewhere in Hobart.
Getting around
Lenah Valley is well connected to central Hobart by road and public bus services running along Lenah Valley Road, making the CBD commute straightforward for most residents. There's no rail network in greater Hobart, so buses are the main form of public transport, supplemented by the usual reliance on private vehicles that's typical across the city.
Being sandwiched between New Town and West Hobart also means quick access to the Brooker Highway corridor, useful for those commuting further afield to places like Glenorchy or the northern suburbs.
The property market
Lenah Valley's property market reflects its popularity as an inner-city-adjacent, lifestyle-driven suburb. The median house price currently sits at $830,000, following recent growth of 11.4%, a sign of sustained buyer demand for the area's combination of bush setting and city proximity. Median rent is $660 a week, reflecting solid demand from tenants wanting the same lifestyle benefits without buying in.
Current listings show a dwelling mix weighted heavily towards houses (47%), with land making up 32% of stock, likely reflecting newer release areas on the suburb's hillside fringes, alongside smaller shares of townhouses (12%) and apartments or units (9%). This spread gives buyers a reasonable range of entry points, from established character homes to newer builds, though houses remain very much the dominant and most sought-after dwelling type.
Market snapshot
Lenah Valley property market
Median sale price
$830k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$660
per week
Gross rental yield
4.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$693k
Median
$830k
Premium
$1.02m
Days on market
29
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
43
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Lenah Valley by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Lenah Valley, TAS 7008.
Population
6,522
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$1,931
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$1,625
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Lenah Valley
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Lenah Valley
$825k
176 Augusta Road
Sold ~July 2026
$649k
Unit 4/2-4 Broadby Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$835k
232 Lenah Valley Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.10m
128A Augusta Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.00m
3 Newlands Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
3/62 Giblin Street
Sold ~July 2026
$823k
42 Girrabong Road
Sold ~July 2026
$729k
256 Lenah Valley Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Lenah Valley suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Lenah Valley?
The median house price in Lenah Valley, TAS is $830k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.4%.
How much is rent in Lenah Valley?
The median weekly rent in Lenah Valley is around $660 per week.
Is Lenah Valley a good place to live?
Lenah Valley is a suburb of Hobart, Tasmania. Lenah Valley is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 6,522 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Lenah Valley?
Lenah Valley has a population of 6,522 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Lenah Valley?
There are 2 schools in or near Lenah Valley, including Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School and Lenah Valley Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Lenah Valley?
Properties in Lenah Valley take around 29 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Lenah Valley?
Entry-level properties in Lenah Valley start around $693k, while premium homes reach $1.02m.
What suburbs are near Lenah Valley?
Suburbs near Lenah Valley include West Hobart, Mount Stuart, New Town, Moonah and West Moonah.
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