Overall score
Lenah Valley
53.6/100
South Hobart
50.2/100
Lenah Valley vs South Hobart, TAS suburb comparison
Lenah Valley for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Lenah ValleySouth Hobart
Crime rate
Lenah Valley
779.9 / 1k
South Hobart
837.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lenah Valley
53
South Hobart
93
Population
Lenah Valley
6,522
South Hobart
5,886
Metric leadLenah Valley 6South Hobart 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentLenah Valley
- Best for best valueLenah Valley
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Lenah Valley | South Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 50.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 779.9 / 1k | 837.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 74 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 53 | 93 |
| Population | 6,522 | 5,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Lenah Valley reads as a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood; South Hobart is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Lenah Valley tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while South Hobart stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Lenah Valley, while South Hobart remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.