Trevallyn Suburb Profile
Perhaps the best part about living in Trevallyn, however, is its proximity to Launceston’s Cataract Gorge. The picturesque reserve is a popular spot for tourists and boasts beautiful views, walking trails, a swimming pool, and a chairlift where you can catch all the action from above.

Living in Trevallyn offers residents a classic suburban neighbourhood where they enjoy big backyards, friendly neighbours, and sweeping views of Launceston’s Tamar River. Locals have beautiful bushland on their doorstep, including the Trevallyn Nature Recreation Area, which has more than 35kms of walking tracks and trails. The neighbourhood’s kids often roam the area on their bikes and swim in the lake during summer. While a relatively small suburb, Trevallyn has several shops that provide essential amenities to its residents. Independently owned Trevallyn Grocer stocks everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to Tasmanian beer and wine and hampers. Trevallyn Gourmet Bakery is also a hit for its pies, doughnuts, and cakes.
Living in Trevallyn means being close to the peace of the suburbs while still having easy access to Launceston’s city center. Launceston CBD is just a 4-minute drive away, or a 20-minute walk.
Community spirit is alive and well in Trevallyn, and residents can join the Bowls and Community Club or the Trevallyn Tennis Club. The Max Fry Memorial Hall hosts local community groups and meetings.
Trevallyn Primary School is the suburb’s only school, but local secondary school-age children can easily hop on the bus and head to nearby Launceston Church Grammar School, Scotch Oakburn College, and Launceston College.
When it comes to housing, Trevallyn has a mix of large Victorian homes and newly built townhouses. The steady rental market and growth of Launceston city have made it an increasingly popular suburb for investors.
Area Features
Heritage Homes
Trevallyn is known not only for its quiet and picturesque surroundings but also for the abundance of charming heritage homes scattered throughout the suburb. Coupled with cottage gardens and serene colour palettes, these historic homes add to the charisma of this beloved suburb.
Gourment Goods
As part of such a food-focused state, Trevallyn hosts its fair share of foodie favourites. A pillar of the scene is Trevallyn Gourmet Bakery which boasts a swathe of baked breads, cakes, pastries and slices.
Take A Stroll
When it comes to nature, Trevallyn’s residents are spoilt for choice. Trevallyn State Nature Reserve has many mountain bike trails and walks through dense, picturesque woodlands. The reserve also offers archery, horse riding and rock climbing.
Trevallyn’s residents are primarily families and middle-aged couples without children. Leafy streets, large, detached properties and friendly neighbours make for a laid-back, easy-going lifestyle.