Westbury at a glance
2,609
People
$570,000
Median sale
$486/wk
Median rent
4.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › Westbury › William St
$760,000
Last sold
2 Apr 2026
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
2,145 m²
Land
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.
Price evidence
Last sold
$760,000
2 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Westbury (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $444/m² of land (n=93). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Westbury at a glance
2,609
People
$570,000
Median sale
$486/wk
Median rent
4.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Westbury
+33.3%
Median sale
Suburb $570,000
-1.10 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.43%
Suburb median $570,000 from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
Data unavailable
Source
Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.
Site
Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.
Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.
Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
TASPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $486/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Verdict
Districts view
Not enough official evidence yet to underwrite this as an investment.
Detail
The same ten questions apply to every property. Missing flood, nearby DAs, achieved rents, or lot geometry is unknown — not “no.”
Do not treat a suburb median, an advertised yield, or a listing score as the case for this lot.
The evidence loaded so far isn't enough on its own to change a buy, offer, or walk-away decision for this property.
Evidence
Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
Honest achievable rent
KnownlowThis is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.
Rental supply pressure
UnknownSupply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.
Why is this cheap?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”
Catalyst exposure
UnknownFunded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
This lot's DA history
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownStatutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNet yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Area
Westbury at a glance
2,609
People
$570,000
Median sale
$486/wk
Median rent
4.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harrison Agents LauncestonKnown historically as "Highgate House", this remarkable residence is one of Westbury's earliest homes, dating back to 1839 and standing as a proud reminder of the town's colonial beginnings. Set behind a renowned façade, the home's enduring character and presence reflect a time when craftsmanship, proportion and permanence were paramount, with generations of local history woven into its walls.
Positioned on a substantial 2,149sqm allotment zoned General Residential, the property offers not only a beautifully preserved double storey family home, but also genuine scope for future development (STCA). From the moment you arrive, the symmetry of the cottage frontage and its established setting create a sense of occasion rarely found today.
Inside, the home unfolds across two levels and offers four well proportioned bedrooms, three of which include built in storage, while the fourth is enhanced by a charming fireplace mantel that speaks to the home's heritage. The main bathroom is located downstairs and includes a shower, bath, vanity and toilet, complemented by a separate additional toilet for everyday convenience.
The kitchen is warm and inviting, rich with timber accents and generous storage, and is equipped with an oven, gas cooktop, rangehood and dishwasher, making it both practical and full of character.
Multiple living zones flow throughout the home, allowing flexibility for families of all sizes, while a dedicated formal dining room provides the perfect space for entertaining or special occasions. Every room enjoys a connection to the magnificent grounds, with tranquil views over the expansive yard creating a sense of calm and privacy throughout the home.
Comfort is assured year round with a reverse cycle system and a two woodfire heaters, while the laundry offers the practicality of direct external access.
Outside, the artistry continues with a private, spacious and extensive garden where flowers and greenery thrive in full bloom. The grounds are open, flat and wonderfully usable, making them ideal for children, furry friends or simply enjoying the space and serenity on offer.
Located in the heart of Westbury, this home is just moments from the town centre, primary school, village green and town common, placing everyday amenities and community life right at your doorstep. Despite its peaceful setting, the property remains only 25 minutes from Launceston's CBD, offering an easy connection to the city while enjoying the charm of a historic country town.
Rich in history and significance, "Highgate House" is a rare opportunity to secure a landmark home that has stood the test of time and is now ready to begin its next chapter.
The information on this website has in part been supplied to Harrison Agents Launceston by third parties and all information is published solely for potential purchasers to assist them in deciding whether or not they wish to make further enquiries about the properties. Harrison Agents Launceston has not checked the accuracy of the information and does no more than pass it on.
Listing description written by Josh Schaeche, Harrison Agents Launceston — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.