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Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart has an estimated 9,181 residents, up 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 3.4 kilometres west-northwest of the Hobart CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,181, compared with 9,033 people at the 2021 Census. Based on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census, the change has been minimal. The local economy features a well-educated population and notable employment strengths in utilities, healthcare, education, and arts and recreation, while the resident base includes a substantial presence of people aged 35 to 44.
Residents show a fairly standard age profile, with a median age of 38, and the area is very well educated. Population growth has been moderate. The location is known for its scenic beauty and tranquillity, blending natural landscapes with urban amenities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 3.4 kilometres west-northwest of the Hobart CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,181, compared with 9,033 people at the 2021 Census. Based on AreaSearch's assessment of the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) figure from the ABS and new addresses added since the Census, the change has been minimal. The local economy features a well-educated population and notable employment strengths in utilities, healthcare, education, and arts and recreation, while the resident base includes a substantial presence of people aged 35 to 44.
Residents show a fairly standard age profile, with a median age of 38, and the area is very well educated. Population growth has been moderate. The location is known for its scenic beauty and tranquillity, blending natural landscapes with urban amenities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,332 in 2001 and 9,146 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,181 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.4%.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 81st for employment drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart is $514 a week, up 4.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% below Greater Hobart.
7% below Greater Hobart on median weekly rent
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart Inner | $543 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Hobart Inner, over 12 months | +9.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Hobart | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Hobart, over 12 months | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, TAS | $513 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, TAS, over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 4 tracked applications: 0 approved, 4 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 67 projects in and around Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart, 22 of them under construction.
TasWater is undertaking extensive multi-stage upgrades to sewerage treatment plants and reticulation networks across Tasmania, focusing on key regional centres including Hobart, Launceston, and Devonport.
TasWater is undertaking essential water and wastewater infrastructure upgrade works across the Moonah network and surrounding facilities. The project enhances service reliability, renews aging pipeline assets, and supports regional population and urban development demands across Greater Hobart.
Expansion and modernisation of the Royal Hobart Hospital emergency department at 48 Liverpool Street, Hobart, as part of the wider Stage 2 redevelopment. The $130 million works increase treatment points from 81 to 120, add CT and X-ray capacity, and create paediatric and mental health waiting areas. Phase 1 was completed in 2023.
Proposed redevelopment and expansion of the Claremont Medical Centre to provide additional consulting rooms, specialist medical services and improved patient facilities for the growing Claremont community. No evidence was found that the project has progressed beyond the planning stage.
Completed redevelopment of Hobart City High School's New Town campus delivering a new learning and social heart, flexible learning spaces, upgraded science and art facilities, refurbished outdoor areas and improved student amenities. The project was delivered as part of the Tasmanian Government's education infrastructure program.
Upgrade of the South Arm Road and Acton Road intersection at Lauderdale including traffic signals, dual lanes, dedicated turning lanes, cycling facilities, accessible bus stops, pedestrian crossings, improved school access and preparation for the staged duplication of South Arm Highway from Pass Road to Acton Road.
A transformative urban renewal and transport initiative under the Hobart City Deal focused on the 4km corridor between Glenorchy and New Town. The project aims to activate a disused rail corridor for a high-frequency Rapid Bus Transit (RBT) network while stimulating medium-density housing and mixed-use development.
A $300 million mixed-use cultural and urban renewal precinct spanning nearly an entire city block (Murray, Liverpool, Bathurst and Watchorn streets) in Hobart's CBD. Stage 1 - a nine-storey mixed-use office/retail building at 25 Watchorn St designed by Fender Katsalidis - received City of Hobart approval and demolition/construction works are underway.
A 10-year partnership from 2019 to 2029 between the Australian and Tasmanian Governments and the Clarence, Glenorchy, Hobart and Kingborough councils to coordinate investment across Greater Hobart.
Adaptive reuse and expansion of the historic 1930s Hobart Masonic Hall. The project involves a seven-storey addition above the existing Stripped Classical style building to create a 51-room hotel. The design preserves the heritage facade and internal halls while adding five levels of accommodation and a rooftop bar.
Two year tactical trial to reshape a 700 m stretch of Collins Street with separated bike lanes, a zebra crossing, lower speed limits, street planting and a new streetside dining area, improving safety and access for people walking and riding while supporting nearby businesses.
Lumina is a purpose-built, column-free function centre being added to The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott, within the Parliament Square precinct in Hobart. Designed by fjcstudio and constructed by SHAPE Tasmania for JGS Property, the venue features a clear-span event space finished in mass-engineered Tasmanian Plantation Oak timber.
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Estimated completion year of the 35 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2021 1, 2022 0, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 9, 2026 5, 2027 5, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart over the period covered (about 0.5 years), 4 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Key application 18 Beaumont Rd, Lenah Valley Multi-Resi | $970k | 2 dwellings | 2 storeys Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.5 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 22 | ABS building approvals | 34th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.5 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 include: TasWater Moonah Infrastructure Upgrades (Construction); Hobart City High School Redevelopment (Completed); Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor (NSTC) (Planning); South Arm Highway Upgrade (Acton Road and South Arm Road Intersection Upgrade) (Construction); and Medical Centre Redevelopment - Cadbury Road (Claremont) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 spans multiple sectors including Health & Medical, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 12th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 area has seen 39 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2's current population of 9,181 has been supported by 22 approvals on average over recent years.
The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has seen 2.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 4.7 approvals in Greater Hobart. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 473 people in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, compared to one for every 255 in Greater Hobart.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 22, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has grown by approximately 58 people, while 110 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,181 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 937 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,033 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 148 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.80 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,181 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,146 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2 has added approximately 148 people and shown a 1.64% increase from the 9,033 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is estimated at 937 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (59.9%), Natural increase (40.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 59.9% of overall population gains.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart is comparable to the Greater Hobart 2021 Census average (39 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 compared to the Greater Hobart region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Hobart.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.6% of the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.0% of the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,674 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,625 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,916 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $942 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,356 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is approximately $65,442. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,674.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is approximately $81,307. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,625.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is approximately $65,442 compared to $61,347 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,674 and $57,815 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is approximately $81,307 compared to $73,587 in Greater Hobart. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,625 and $69,350 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2's households (~32.4% / 1,157 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Hobart's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.2% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $1,916/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $2,356/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $942/wk.
The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2's median income among taxpayers is $61,674 and the average income stands at $76,625, which compares to figures for Greater Hobart's of $57,815 and $69,350 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,442 (median) and $81,307 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $7,274 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2's disposable income is $7,274 compared to $5,694 for Greater Hobart, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,281 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,716 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,406 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has approximately 5,281 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 2.4 percentage points below Greater Hobart's rate of 4.7%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.1% of employment), education & training (13.4%), and public administration & safety (12.8%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Hobart saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is 71.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 20.1% of the local workforce compared to 17.3% across Greater Hobart. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.4% decline, ranking 34th out of 37 regions nationally.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 47.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
47.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 32.8% in Greater Hobart.
27.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 36.2% in Greater Hobart.
The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2 ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (27.9%), Certificate (15.3%), Postgraduate (13.9%).
28.7% of the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.2% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 6.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is 1080, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,074 students.
The lenah valley - mount stuart sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,572 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,631 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 had 3,572 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.7% to an estimated 3,631 households today.
The average household size in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Greater Hobart and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.8%), group households (4.3%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 2,422 family households, couples with children account for 31.0% of all households, couples without children at home 26.8%, and single parent families 9.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Hobart, the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Hobart average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.8% have never married. This compares to 43.0% married and 38.7% never married across Greater Hobart.
Single-person households represent 27.8% of all households in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, similar to the average for Greater Hobart of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.3% of households, in line with the Greater Hobart average of 4.2%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.6% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 77.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 22.4% of its population born overseas and 17.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart, at 36.4% of people, although more residents (55.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 3.7% of the population, compared to 2.8% across Greater Hobart.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart are English, comprising 29.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 25.3% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart (vs 0.8% across Greater Hobart), Dutch at 1.7% (vs 1.5%) and Greek at 1.2% (vs 0.6%).
22.4% of the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Greater Hobart.
17.0% of the population in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 13.4% in Greater Hobart.
1.3% of the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.0% in Greater Hobart.
85.6% of the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 85.0% in Greater Hobart.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,664 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $370 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, 37.2% of homes are owned outright, 36.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.8% of dwellings in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 are houses.
In the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, 10.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 stands at 37.2%, compared to 35.0% in Greater Hobart.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $1,664, compared to $1,517 in Greater Hobart.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is $1,028, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.0% of income on repayments (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 22.7% in Greater Hobart).
The dwelling mix in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 consists of 85.8% detached houses, 3.8% semi-detached dwellings, 10.3% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart consumes approximately 12.4% of median household income ($8,296 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 14% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 86% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Greater Hobart.
In the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.2% of people in Greater Hobart require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Hobart is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 population, while in Greater Hobart, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.0% of people in the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Hobart,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2, 55.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Hobart sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 88 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 88th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,469 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 187 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 122 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2.
The Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart SA2 has 8,469 weekly trips across 122 routes, averaging 1,209 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 194 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 564 m away and the nearest school 618 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 8,469 weekly trips, access rating 88 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 73 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 564 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 618 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 832 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 842 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest hospital | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 12th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart is $514 a week, +4.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Hobart.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart has an estimated 9,181 residents, up 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (601051028). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Lenah Valley - Mount Stuart with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
