Waverley

TAS 7250 • Rest of TAS

1,583
Population (2021)
$29,588
Median Income
10.89 km²
Area
134m
Elevation

About Waverley

Waverley is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Tasmania, located within the Launceston (City) area. With a population of 1,583 and a median income of $29,588, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 10.89 km² at an elevation of 134m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of TAS.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Waverley provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Waverley 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
-41.42°, 147.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of TAS
Area
10.89 km²
Elevation
134m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$237
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$867
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,501
Census 2021
1,583
5.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,232
Income 2021
$29,588
22.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,398
Born Overseas 75

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 15
  • 2. England 14
  • 3. India 12
  • 4. Netherlands 6
  • 5. Nepal 5
  • 6. Philippines 5
  • 7. Scotland 4
  • 8. United States 4
  • 9. Malaysia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 796
English 732
Irish 120
Scottish 120
Australian Aboriginal 106
Dutch 42
German 33
Italian 25
Russian 8
Polish 6

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,257
Both parents born in Australia
93
Both parents born overseas
120
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
58.3%
Christianity
30.3%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
93 (5.9%)
5-14 years
212 (13.4%)
15-19 years
77 (4.9%)
20-24 years
114 (7.2%)
25-34 years
270 (17.1%)
35-44 years
208 (13.1%)
45-54 years
174 (11.0%)
55-64 years
200 (12.6%)
65-74 years
141 (8.9%)
75-84 years
74 (4.7%)
85+ years
16 (1.0%)

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