Overall score
Lenah Valley
53.6/100
West Hobart
59.0/100
Lenah Valley vs West Hobart, TAS suburb comparison
Lenah Valley for investment and value; West Hobart for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Lenah ValleyWest Hobart
Crime rate
Lenah Valley
779.9 / 1k
West Hobart
690.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lenah Valley
53
West Hobart
114
Population
Lenah Valley
6,522
West Hobart
6,525
Metric leadLenah Valley 2West Hobart 8across 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 familiesWest Hobart
- Best for investmentLenah Valley
- Best for best valueLenah Valley
- Best for best schoolsWest Hobart
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 | West Hobart |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 779.9 / 1k | 690.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 26 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 53 | 114 |
| Population | 6,522 | 6,525 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Lenah Valley is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, while West Hobart is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace.
On the data, Lenah Valley is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; West Hobart answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Lenah Valley suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas West Hobart is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.