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Waverley - St Leonards has an estimated 4,185 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Waverley - St Leonards.
Updated 29 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 160 kilometres north from Hobart CBD, the Waverley - St Leonards Statistical Area (Lv2) in TAS, Australia, is celebrated for its scenic landscapes, relaxed setting, and welcoming community atmosphere. With an array of parks, reserves, gardens, and walking trails, the area is popular among outdoor enthusiasts for cycling and hiking. Supported by quality everyday amenities such as cafes, schools, and local shops, the area provides a highly appealing lifestyle characterised by affordable housing options and a strong presence of mortgage holders. The workforce is distinguished by notable employment bases across healthcare, wholesale trade, and construction, alongside lower quartile income levels and typically lower education levels among its residents.
Demographically, the area exhibits a fairly standard age structure and moderate expansion trends, achieving above-average growth since Census benchmarks.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,531 in 2001 and 4,107 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,185 (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, 15.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.3%.
Waverley - St Leonards ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 65th for amenities.
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 Waverley - St Leonards is $446 a week, up 13.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 6% below Rest of Tas..
6% below Rest of Tas. on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $446 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +13.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Launceston, over 12 months | +13.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Launceston and North East | $499 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Launceston and North East, over 12 months | +12.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of Tas. | $474 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rest of Tas., over 12 months | +11.4% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 47 projects in and around Waverley - St Leonards, 15 of them under construction.
Stage 4 is a 48 lot release within Cedar Grove Estate, a 21 stage masterplanned community at St Leonards in Launceston.
Cedar Grove is a masterplanned residential estate in St Leonards, Launceston, being delivered in multiple stages.
Redevelopment of the Kings Meadows Community Health Centre, including the demolition of the Joan Marshall building and construction of a…
Redevelopment of the aged care facility (formerly Masonic Peace Memorial Haven) including the completed 16-bed Wellington Wing.
The Launceston Hospice is a $20 million palliative care facility being delivered within the Launceston General Hospital precinct in South…
The Launceston General Hospital Redevelopment is a $364 million capital improvement program delivered by the Tasmanian Department of Health.
A major residential land release initiative by Homes Tasmania delivering approximately 104 new housing lots on a 10.46 hectare site at…
Homes Tasmania proposes to build six two-bedroom units and four three-bedroom units at 18-20 Ellison Street, Newstead, to provide social…
Formalisation and upgrade of an existing informal rest area into a dedicated facility for heavy vehicle drivers to take mandatory rest…
The Northern Heart Centre is a $120 million cardiac facility at Launceston General Hospital, fully funded by the Australian Government.
Rezoning of approximately 39ha from Rural Resource to Rural Living Zone for a large-scale rural residential subdivision with around 35 lots…
The Northern Mental Health Precinct is a $90 million dedicated mental healthcare development delivered by the Tasmanian Department of…
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 9, 2027 10, 2028 2, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 1. 12 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 7.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 41st percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 include: Cedar Grove Estate (Construction); Residential dwelling and vegetation removal - 38 Casuarina Dr, Summerhill (Dev. Application); Dwelling and Shed - 18 Casuarina Dr, Summerhill 7250 (Under Assessment); Peacehaven Aged Care Redevelopment (Completed); and Ravenswood Subdivision (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 5thth percentile.
Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Waverley - St Leonards when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 area has seen 82 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Waverley - St Leonards SA2's current population of 4,185 has been supported by 28 approvals on average over recent years.
The Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has seen 0.7 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.5 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 102 people in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, compared to one for every 218 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Waverley - St Leonards SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 28, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has grown by approximately 576 people, while 144 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Population growth drivers in Waverley - St Leonards are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,185 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 76 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,932 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 253 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 55.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,185 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,107 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The waverley - st leonards sa2 has added approximately 253 people and shown a 6.43% increase from the 3,932 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is estimated at 75 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (94.0%), Natural increase (6.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.0% of overall population gains.
Waverley - St Leonards's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.1% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Waverley - St Leonards is 8 years younger than the Regional Tas. 2021 Census average (45 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 15.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 compared to the Regional Tas. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 9.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 show significant variance compared to the Regional Tas. region. The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (4.7% vs 8.8%) and 85+ year-olds (1.7% vs 2.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.2% of the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.7% of the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $49,535 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,693 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,308 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $671 | 2021 Census, weekly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,621 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is approximately $54,959. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $49,535.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is approximately $68,448. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $61,693.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is approximately $54,959 compared to $55,130 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $49,535 and $49,689 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is approximately $68,448 compared to $65,858 in Regional Tas.. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $61,693 and $59,358 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~31.3% / 1,309 persons) of the Waverley - St Leonards SA2's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.3% of the population. In comparison, Regional Tas.'s largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 28.5% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $1,308/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $1,621/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $671/wk.
The Waverley - St Leonards SA2's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Waverley - St Leonards SA2's median income among taxpayers is $49,535 and the average income stands at $61,693, which compares to figures for Regional Tas.'s of $49,689 and $59,358 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $54,959 (median) and $68,448 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $4,882 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The waverley - st leonards sa2's disposable income is $4,882 compared to $4,607 for Regional Tas., based on AreaSearch analysis.
Waverley - St Leonards shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,020 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,773 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,112 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has approximately 2,020 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Regional Tas.'s rate of 3.9%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.1% of employment), construction (13.1%), and retail trade (11.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Tas. saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is 63.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Tas. average of 58.7%, showing similar workforce dynamics to the broader region.
The waverley - st leonards sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.1% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% regionally. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The waverley - st leonards sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 6.0% decline, ranking 30th out of 37 regions nationally.
Waverley - St Leonards faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
13.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 19.3% in the broader region.
47.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 43.0% regionally.
The waverley - st leonards sa2 ranks in the 19th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 are: Certificate (31.0%), Bachelor Degree (9.4%), Advanced Diploma (8.3%).
28.4% of the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, with 11.8% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 3.0% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is 968, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 617 students.
The waverley - st leonards sa2 includes 4 primary schools.
Waverley - St Leonards has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,503 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,600 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 had 1,503 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.5% to an estimated 1,600 households today.
The median household size in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.3 in Regional Tas. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.8% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (26.3%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.1%).
Among the 1,064 family households, 26.1% are couples with children, 25.4% are couples without children at home, and 18.0% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Tas., the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional Tas. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 38.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 41.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 33.8% never married across Regional Tas..
Single-person households represent 26.3% of all households in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, similar to the regional average of 30.1%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.5% of households, well below the Regional Tas. average of 2.8%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Waverley - St Leonards placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
Waverley - St Leonards was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.5% of its population being citizens, 92.7% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Waverley - St Leonards was found to be Christianity, which makes up 41.6% of people in Waverley - St Leonards. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 0.7% of the population, compared to 1.1% across Regional Tas..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Waverley - St Leonards are Australian, comprising 35.8% of the population, English, comprising 35.0% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.9% of Waverley - St Leonards (vs 1.7% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 3.6% (vs 4.1%) and Macedonian at 0.1% (vs 0.0%).
7.3% of the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.4% regionally.
3.3% of the population in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 5.8% in the wider region.
3.6% of the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.1% in the region.
92.5% of the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.3% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Waverley - St Leonards is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,161 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 12th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $250 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, 30.3% of homes are owned outright, 40.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.9% of dwellings in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 are houses.
In the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, 2.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 stands at 30.3%, compared to 41.1% in Regional Tas..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $1,161, compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is $786, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.5% of income on repayments (vs 24.0% regionally), while renters spend 19.1% of income on rent (vs 20.4% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 consists of 89.9% detached houses, 7.2% semi-detached dwellings, 2.6% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Waverley - St Leonards consumes approximately 13.9% of median household income ($5,664 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Waverley - St Leonards show attached dwellings contributing 2% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 98% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Waverley - St Leonards is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.8% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 29th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
Around 49.8% of people in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 49.1% in the broader region of Regional Tas..
In the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, 8.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 7.3% of people in Regional Tas. require similar assistance.
10.2% of people in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional Tas. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.9% of the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 population, while in the surrounding region, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Waverley - St Leonards SA2 have heart disease. Across the region of Regional Tas., 4.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Waverley - St Leonards SA2, 49.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Tas. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 49.1%.
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 | 86 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 86th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 35 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 11,252 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 118 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 136 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 35 public transport stops within the Waverley - St Leonards SA2.
The Waverley - St Leonards SA2 has 11,252 weekly trips across 136 routes, averaging 1,607 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 242 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 883 m away and the nearest child care centre 1.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 35 stops nearby (35 bus), 11,252 weekly trips, access rating 86 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 883 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Waverley - St Leonards when compared nationally.
Waverley - St Leonards has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally.
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Median rent in Waverley - St Leonards is $446 a week, +13.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Waverley - St Leonards are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Waverley - St Leonards's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Waverley - St Leonards shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Waverley - St Leonards faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Waverley - St Leonards has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
The latest Census data sees Waverley - St Leonards placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Waverley - St Leonards is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region.
Health performance in Waverley - St Leonards is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
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.
Waverley - St Leonards has an estimated 4,185 residents, up 6.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Waverley - St Leonards.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 29 Aug 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 Waverley - St Leonards.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to Aug 2026. 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 29 Aug 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2023). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Waverley - St Leonards 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 Waverley - St Leonards with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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