Leda

Leda has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Leda's population is estimated at around 3,367 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 165 people (5.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,202 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,367, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 43 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 383 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 97.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Considering the projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the area expected to increase by 161 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting recording a gain of 4.8% in total over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Leda according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Analysis of statistical building approvals indicates that around 3 residential properties receive authorization annually in the suburb of Leda, amounting to approximately 15 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 8 approvals have been logged. With an average of 5.3 new residents per year arriving for each home built between FY-21 and FY-25, demand outpaces the creation of new stock, typically driving up prices and intensifying rivalry among purchasers. Meanwhile, the mean value of new builds stands at $353,000, which is moderately higher than regional figures and points to a focus on premium construction.

In comparison to Greater Perth, the suburb of Leda displays a marked absence of development, running 94.0% below the regional per capita average. This restricted flow of new housing stock generally underpins demand and pricing for existing properties. This rate is similarly subdued relative to national benchmarks, showing a mature market and suggesting potential construction limitations. Additionally, new builds have consisted entirely of detached homes, maintaining the low-density profile of the neighborhood which appeals to buyers seeking space. An estimated 1116 individuals per single dwelling approval highlights the quiet, low-scale nature of the local building environment.

Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Leda will gain 161 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly projections. Construction is keeping reasonable pace with this anticipated population rise, although homebuyers might encounter heightened competition as the community expands.

Leda has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure updates, planning decisions, and major construction projects represent key drivers of real estate performance. A total of 6 projects have been identified as having a likely impact on the suburb of Leda. Notable developments include Cassia Estate, Parmelia Primary School Modernisation Stage 2, Mandurah Line, and Karnup Residential Land Release, with details provided on the most significant initiatives.

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Employment drivers in Leda are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

The suburb of Leda supports a diverse workforce of both white and blue collar workers, with industrial and manufacturing fields playing a key role, alongside an unemployment rate of 13.3%. As of March 2026, 1,491 locals are employed, whereas the unemployment rate exceeds the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2% by 9.1 percentage points, indicating room for progress. Additionally, participation in the labour market is somewhat subdued at 66.9% compared to the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Census figures show that a small 4.4% of employed residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The suburb of Leda displays a clear concentration in manufacturing, where the workforce proportion is 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 4.1% of local jobs compared to 8.2% across the wider region. Comparing the working population counted in the Census to the resident population suggests a shortage of local jobs.

Analysis of data from March 2026 shows a contraction of 1.5% in the local labour force and a decline of 2.5% in employment, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 0.9 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Perth, which saw employment rise by 2.0%, the workforce grow by 2.5%, and the jobless rate increase by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these figures to the local employment mix suggests a potential growth of 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a basic weighting exercise that does not incorporate local population forecasts.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Taxpayer data from the financial year 2023 indicates a median income of $67,812 and an average of $78,329 in the suburb of Leda, which is notably higher than national figures and contrasts with the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since that period, estimated values would reach approximately $75,224 for the median and $86,890 for the average by March 2026. However, the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes are relatively modest, falling between the 28th and 38th percentiles. The largest income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 38.5% of residents (1,296 people), which is comparable to the regional proportion of 32.0%. Housing affordability is a significant concern, with only 82.2% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 37th percentile.

Leda is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Residential architecture in the suburb of Leda at the time of the last Census consisted of 98.0% houses and 2.0% other types of housing, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to the Perth metropolitan split of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Homeownership rates were lower than the metropolitan average at 17.5%, with the remaining properties divided between those with a mortgage (55.8%) and rental properties (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 and the median weekly rent of $303 were both notably lower than the metropolitan averages of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, local mortgage repayments are considerably below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices sit well under the national figure of $375.

Leda features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 79.4%, consisting of couples with children at 35.9%, couples without children at 21.0%, and single parent households at 20.3%. Non-family households account for 20.6% of the total, with lone person households representing 17.9% and shared group households making up 2.8%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Leda faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Educational attainment in the area presents challenges, with tertiary graduation rates of 12.4% falling well short of the national benchmark of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 9.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 0.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 40.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificates at 31.8%.

A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 34.9% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes 14.3% attending primary school, 10.2% in secondary education, and 3.5% enrolled in higher education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transit options in the suburb of Leda include 12 active bus stops. These locations are served by 3 separate routes, which accommodate 442 passenger journeys each week. Transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 222 meters from their nearest stop. Because Leda is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary transit method at 80%, followed by 10% using trains and 7% using buses. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars. A relatively small 4.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Transit service frequency averages 63 runs per day across all local routes, which translates to approximately 36 weekly journeys per individual stop.

Health performance in Leda is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Analysis of mortality data and chronic illness rates points to significant medical challenges in the suburb of Leda across multiple age groups, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 58% of the population, representing about 1,962 people.

Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent issues, affecting 10.3% and 9.3% of the community respectively. Meanwhile, 68.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The working-age cohort faces notable health difficulties, with elevated rates of long-term illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 11.2% of the local population (377 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%, with national health comparisons showing even higher relative rates of illness.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Leda was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of Leda demonstrates higher levels of cultural diversity than most comparable areas, with 15.3% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 30.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 39.2% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parental country of birth, the primary ancestries identified in the suburb of Leda are English at 29.2%, Australian at 25.6%, and Other at 10.1%. There are also distinct concentrations of certain ethnic backgrounds: Maori background is elevated at 3.6% of the population (compared to 0.9% regionally), Welsh is at 0.9% (compared to 0.7%), and New Zealand ancestry is at 1.2% (compared to 0.8%).

Leda hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

With a median age of 32 years, the suburb of Leda is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the wider Perth area, there is a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (15.9%) but a smaller share of seniors aged 75 - 84 (2.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 6.0% to 7.1%, while the 5 to 14 group has shrunk from 18.0% to 15.9%. Future projections suggest the age structure will change significantly by 2041, with the 65 to 74 bracket expected to grow by 40% to reach 334 people (adding 94 residents). Aging trends persist, with individuals aged 65 and over accounting for 59% of the projected population increase, while contractions are expected in the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 demographics.