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Lenah Valley, Australia

Tasmania · Australia

Lenah Valley is a small city in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 5,880. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,880 Population 10/sq mi density
686 ft Elevation 209 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart Timezone
$31,738 Median Income
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Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$31,738 median income, 4.9% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Lenah Valley

Lenah Valley is a suburb of Hobart, Tasmania. It is situated in the foothills of Mount Wellington, west of the CBD between Mount Stuart, New Town and the City of Glenorchy.

People

Population5,880
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,738
Per Capita$31,738
Unemployment4.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership73.8%
Housing Units2,352

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Population5,880
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Coordinates-42.8715°, 147.2751°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,738
Median Age37.0 years

About Lenah Valley

Lenah Valley is a small city in Australia (Tasmania) with a population of 5,880. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet (209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Hobart.

Lenah Valley has a population of 5,880 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,880
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
565.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lenah Valley vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lenah Valley is $31,738, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,738 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $610, 57% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 559 business establishments.

Income: Lenah Valley vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$31,738
58% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$31,738
Avg Weekly Wage$610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)559

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lenah Valley is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,352 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units2,352

Property Tax

Climate in Lenah Valley

Lenah Valley has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.8°C / 64°F 13° / 22.7° 41.1
Feb 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 37.8
Mar 16.2°C / 61°F 11.6° / 20.7° 35.4
Apr 13.6°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.9° 41.2
May 11.4°C / 53°F 7.6° / 15.2° 39.7
Jun 9.1°C / 48°F 5.5° / 12.7° 45.9
Jul 8.9°C / 48°F 5.2° / 12.6° 42.2
Aug 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.7° 64.7
Sep 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 57.7
Oct 13°C / 55°F 8.3° / 17.6° 52.9
Nov 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 19.2° 49.4
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 11.6° / 21° 53.7
Lenah Valley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area565.8 sq mi (1,465.5 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-42.8715°N, 147.2751°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Oct 8, 2024.

Jun 15, 2002 46 km NNE of Bagdad, Australia M4.7 73 km
Oct 8, 2024 82 km SW of Geeveston, Australia M4.3 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
May 47°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
August 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
November 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in

Lenah Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.3").

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Radio Stations near Lenah Valley

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Local Radio 936 Hobart AAC AAC+ 56 kbps
Anthony Borghesi AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Hobart AAC+ 56 kbps

Museums in Lenah Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apple Museum
Army Museum of Tasmania
Channel Museum
Claremont War Memorial Hall
Gatekeeper Cottage
Grote Reber Museum
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
Matron's Quarters
Mawsons Hut Replica Museum
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Narryna Heritage Museum
Richmond Gaol
Rosny Barn
Tasmania Police Museum
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Tasmanian Transport Museum
Tasmanian Transport Museum

Libraries in Lenah Valley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Andrew Inglis Clark Law Library0.0
Bridgewater Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Glenorchy Library0.0
Huonville Library0.0
Kingston Library0.0
LINC0.0
New Norfolk Lbrary0.0
Rosny Library0.0
Rosny Library0.0
State Library of Tasmania0.0

Farmers Markets in Lenah Valley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Affordable Furniture
Salamanca Market
TCM Market

Breweries in Lenah Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deep South Brewing Company
Deep South Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company
Last Rites Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Lenah Valley

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Ski Resorts Near Lenah Valley

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Mawson 0.0 $0

Airports Near Lenah Valley

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hobart International AirportHBALarge Airport
Bothwell AirportSmall Airport
Bruny Island AirportSmall Airport
Cambridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Glendevie AirportSmall Airport
Jericho AirportSmall Airport
Lagoon Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sandfly AirportSmall Airport
Triabunna AirportSmall Airport
Windrush International AirportSmall Airport
Woodbury AirfieldSmall Airport
YDNASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Lenah Valley

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bathurst Street Skin Cancer Clinic
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
Gregory Street Psychology
Hopkins Street Medical Clinic
Millbrook Rise Centre
Psychology Centre
Sandy Bay Clinic
Sandy Bay Podiatry
Silk Laser Clinics
st.lukes Health

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Hobart

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lenah Valley

What is the population of Lenah Valley?

Lenah Valley has a population of 5,880 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 565.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Lenah Valley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,738, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lenah Valley?

Lenah Valley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Lenah Valley?

Lenah Valley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $610. There are 559 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lenah Valley?

The median home value in Lenah Valley is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 73.8%.

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