Leederville

Leederville lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, as of Nov 2025, Leederville statistical area's population is estimated at around 4,587. This reflects an increase of 901 people (24.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,686 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 4,528 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 119 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,141 persons per square kilometer, placing Leederville (SA2) in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 24.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the national average (9.7%) and state growth rates, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Considering projected demographic shifts, above median population growth is projected for Leederville (SA2), with an expected increase of 803 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 7.2% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Leederville when compared nationally

Leederville experienced approximately 50 dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 254 homes were approved, with another 8 in FY-26. This resulted in an average of 1.6 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years. However, this figure increased to 8.7 people per dwelling in the last two financial years, indicating growing demand and tightening supply.

Development projects averaged $880,000 in construction value, targeting the premium market segment. In FY-26, $21.5 million in commercial development approvals were recorded, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Leederville had 77.0% more building activity per person as of recent figures. This high activity level should provide buyers with ample choice, despite some moderation in recent periods. The area's new development consists of 90.0% standalone homes and 10.0% medium to high-density housing, maintaining Leederville's traditional suburban character focused on family homes.

There are approximately 280 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating room for growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Leederville is expected to grow by 331 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Leederville has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Twelve projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. These include Litis Stadium Development and Britannia Reserve Upgrades, Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor Plan (Mount Hawthorn section), Scarborough Beach Road Streetscape Upgrade, and Leederville Car Park Redevelopment. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Leederville remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Leederville has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 4.4%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 2,653 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.5% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Leederville is 72.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key industries for employment among residents include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Notably, the area has a high concentration of professional & technical jobs, with levels at twice the regional average.

Conversely, construction has limited presence in Leederville, with only 6.4% of residents employed in this sector compared to the regional average of 9.3%. The area functions as an employment hub, hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from nearby areas, with a ratio of 1.6 workers per resident at the Census. In the 12 months prior, Leederville's labour force decreased by 3.1%, and employment declined by 4.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 0.9 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal increase in unemployment. State-level data from WA as of 25-Nov shows employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest that Leederville's employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released on 28/06/2023 for financial year ending 30/06/2023, the suburb of Leederville had a median income among taxpayers of $72,125 and an average income of $101,259. This places Leederville in the top percentile nationally when compared to other suburbs across Australia. In contrast, Greater Perth's median income was $60,748 with an average income of $80,248 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth data from 1/07/2023 to September 2025, estimated current incomes would be approximately $79,063 (median) and $111,000 (average). According to the 2021 Census, Leederville's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 84th and 94th percentiles. Income brackets show that 32.9% of Leederville residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (1,509 individuals), which is consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 32.0% in the same category. Leederville demonstrates significant affluence with 37.8% of its population earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings within the suburb. Housing expenses account for 14.8% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 84th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Leederville displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Leederville's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 39.5% houses and 60.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 37.1% houses and 62.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Leederville stood at 22.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.3% and rented ones at 44.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, lower than Perth metro's $2,167. Median weekly rent in Leederville was $430, compared to Perth metro's $390. Nationally, Leederville's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Leederville features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 55.9% of all households, including 16.8% couples with children, 30.8% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 44.1%, with lone person households at 36.2% and group households making up 8.3%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.1.

The educational profile of Leederville exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Leederville's educational attainment is notably high, with 57.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in Western Australia (WA) and 30.1% in Greater Perth. The area's educational advantage is evident in its Bachelor degrees (36.1%), postgraduate qualifications (15.5%), and graduate diplomas (5.5%). Vocational pathways account for 22.3%, including advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (12.9%). Educational participation is high, with 25.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.6% in tertiary education, 5.6% in primary education, and 4.8% pursuing secondary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.6% in tertiary education, 5.6% in primary education, and 4.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Leederville has 21 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by five different routes that together facilitate 837 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from residents to the nearest transport stop is 146 meters.

On average, there are 119 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 39 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Leederville is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Leederville shows higher health outcomes with lower prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, older, at-risk cohorts have a higher prevalence. The private health cover rate is exceptionally high at approximately 67% (3,091 people), compared to Greater Perth's 69.5%.

Nationally, this figure stands at 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 10.7% and 7.1% of residents respectively. 70.2% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Perth's 74.5%. The area has 15.9% (729 people) of residents aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

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

Leederville, as per the findings, exhibited greater cultural diversity than most local areas, with 16.2% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 34.7% having been born overseas. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in Leederville, accounting for 38.4% of the population. Notably, Judaism showed an overrepresentation in Leederville, comprising 0.4% of its population compared to 0.6% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English at 26.9%, Australian at 18.9%, and Irish at 9.8%. Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Welsh was overrepresented at 0.9% in Leederville (compared to 0.7% regionally), French remained consistent at 0.8%, and Italian showed a higher representation at 7.1% compared to the regional average of 5.3%.

Leederville's population is younger than the national pattern

Leederville has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Perth's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years shows strong representation at 25.5% compared to Greater Perth, while the 5-14 cohort is less prevalent at 6.4%. This 25-34 concentration is well above the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 10.7% to 11.7% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.5% to 11.1%, and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 4.9% to 3.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Leederville. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to rise substantially, expanding by 170 people (an increase of 84%) from 201 to 372. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 75% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to see reduced numbers.