Leumeah

Leumeah is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Leumeah is around 10,272, reflecting an increase of 280 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of approximately 2.8%. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, based on ERP data released by the ABS in June 2025 and validated new addresses, is 10,242. This results in a population density ratio of 2,536 persons per square kilometer, placing Leumeah in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch's projections for Leumeah are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government SA2-level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. According to these projections, the suburb is expected to increase by 435 persons to reach a total population of 10,707 by 2041, reflecting an overall growth rate of approximately 3.9% over the 16-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Leumeah had approximately 23 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 117 homes. In FY-26, 19 approvals have been recorded so far. Historically, there were around 1.9 new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. However, recent data shows this has increased to 5.5 people per dwelling over the past two financial years.

Development projects averaged $310,000 in construction value, aligning with broader regional development. This year, there have been $239,000 in commercial approvals, reflecting Leumeah's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Leumeah has significantly lower building activity, at 64.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction often reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties, which is also under the national average, suggesting established planning limitations. The new development mix consists of 69.0% detached houses and 31.0% townhouses or apartments, offering various price points from family homes to compact living.

With around 437 people per dwelling approval, Leumeah indicates a developed market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Leumeah is projected to gain 405 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good buying conditions and potentially facilitating population growth beyond projections.

Leumeah has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 12 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Campbelltown Sport and Health Centre of Excellence, Leumeah Vertical Village - O'Sullivan Road, Leumeah Hotel Vertical Village, and Leumeah Hollylea Road Mixed-Use Precinct. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Leumeah has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Leumeah has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 7.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 5.8%. As of December 2025, 5,042 residents were employed, but the unemployment rate was higher than Greater Sydney's at 3.2%.

Workforce participation was lower at 65.9%. A high proportion of residents worked from home, with Covid-19 lockdown impacts considered. Key industries for employment were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Manufacturing had a particularly high share of employment at 1.7 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services employed only 4.7% of local workers, below Greater Sydney's 11.5%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 5.8%, while the labour force grew by 6.5%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney had employment growth of 2.2% and marginal overall changes. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Leumeah's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Leumeah had a median income among taxpayers of $49,035 and an average income of $56,245. This is below the national average of $60,817 and Greater Sydney's average of $83,030. By March 2026, estimates suggest Leumeah's median income will be approximately $54,095 and average income around $62,049, based on a 10.32% increase since June 2023. The 2021 Census ranked household, family, and personal incomes in Leumeah between the 27th to 33rd percentiles. Income distribution shows that 34.6% of residents (3,554 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, similar to the surrounding region at 30.9%. Leumeah faces severe housing affordability pressures, with only 80.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile nationally.

Leumeah is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Leumeah's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, was 77.1% houses and 22.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Leumeah stood at 26.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.3% and rented ones at 39.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Leumeah was $350, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Leumeah's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Leumeah has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 70.5% of all households, including 34.1% couples with children, 21.1% couples without children, and 13.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 29.5%, with lone person households at 26.5% and group households making up 2.9%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which aligns with the Greater Sydney average.

Leumeah shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 21.7%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (24.8%). Educational participation is high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.8% in primary, 8.2% in secondary, and 4.2% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.8% in primary education, 8.2% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Leumeah has 94 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 41 routes, facilitating 4,249 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically living 128 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuters travel outward daily due to Leumeah's residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 79%, while train usage stands at 14%. On average, there are 1.2 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a high 28.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 607 trips per day, equating to approximately 45 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Leumeah faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~5,055 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.9%) and asthma (8.2%). Only 66.3% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 17.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,756 people), higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Leumeah was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Leumeah has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.3% of its population born overseas and 32.6% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Leumeah, accounting for 52.4% of the population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Sydney, comprising 9.4% versus 6.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (22.4%), English (21.0%), and Other (18.3%). Some ethnic groups have notable divergences: Samoan at 2.3% (versus regional 0.5%), Filipino at 3.1% (versus 2.0%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (versus 0.3%).

Leumeah's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Leumeah has a median age of 37, which matches Greater Sydney's figure of 37 years and is comparable to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 0-4 age group comprises 6.9% of Leumeah's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage. However, the 25-34 age cohort makes up 14.1%, which is lower compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 4.7% to 6.4%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has decreased from 11.4% to 10.2%, and the 65-74 age group has dropped from 9.9% to 8.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Leumeah's age structure. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by 127% (247 people), reaching 443 from its current figure of 195. This growth reflects an aging population trend, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 50% of the projected population increase. Conversely, the 0-4 and 65-74 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.