St Leonards

TAS 7250 • Rest of TAS

2,351
Population (2021)
$39,884
Median Income
44.24 km²
Area
214m
Elevation

About St Leonards

St Leonards is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Launceston (City) area. With a population of 2,351 and a median income of $39,884, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 44.24 km² at an elevation of 214m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

Situated at an elevation of 214m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. St Leonards offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

St Leonards falls under postcode 7250 and is governed by Launceston Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bass (Windermere) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
7250
Urban Area
Launceston
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.46°, 147.24°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
44.24 km²
Elevation
214m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,009
Census 2021
2,351
17.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,840
Income 2021
$39,884
14.5% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,079
Born Overseas 201

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 48
  • 2. New Zealand 18
  • 3. India 14
  • 4. Philippines 12
  • 5. Afghanistan 11
  • 6. Germany 11
  • 7. United States 11
  • 8. Malaysia 6
  • 9. Thailand 6
  • 10. Wales 6
  • 11. Canada 5
  • 12. Croatia 5
  • 13. Fiji 5
  • 14. Scotland 5
  • 15. Italy 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,100
Australian 1,077
Scottish 251
Irish 211
Australian Aboriginal 89
German 76
Dutch 63
Italian 35
Chinese 23
Polish 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,803
Both parents born in Australia
264
Both parents born overseas
209
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.6%
Christianity
44.2%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
135 (5.7%)
5-14 years
347 (14.8%)
15-19 years
131 (5.6%)
20-24 years
133 (5.7%)
25-34 years
312 (13.3%)
35-44 years
348 (14.8%)
45-54 years
282 (12.0%)
55-64 years
271 (11.5%)
65-74 years
219 (9.3%)
75-84 years
102 (4.3%)
85+ years
69 (2.9%)

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