Emu Heights vs Leonay
The verdict
Emu Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.13M versus $1.34M in Leonay. Leonay rates higher for transport (72 vs 57). Leonay has a shorter estimated CBD commute (142 vs 144 min). On the separate residential safety score, Leonay rates higher (100 vs 76/100 in Emu Heights).
Scores
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 58 | 68 |
| Transport | 57 | 72 |
| Education | 52 | 57 |
| Liveability | 65 | 74 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,205 | 2,582 |
| Median age | 38 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,398 | $2,466 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 30.6% | 36.8% |
| Born in Australia | 84.9% | 80.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.9 | 2.9 |
Growth: Emu Heights Stable · Leonay Stable
Property
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.13M | $1.34M |
| Median unit price | $958K | $956K |
| House price YoY | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $650 | $650 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Days on market (house) | 35 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 76 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 62 | 39 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 94 | 77 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 562 | 116 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,153 | 2,053 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,006 | 1,049 |
See the full school list on each profile: Emu Heights · Leonay
Transport
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 57 | 72 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 23 | 17 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 144 | 142 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.5 km | 970 m |
Liveability
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.2°C | 30.2°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.6°C | 17.6°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 1 |
| Parks | 12 | 8 |
| Playgrounds | 3 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 42 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 52.0 km | 51.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 53.8 km | 53.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.6 km | 6.0 km |
Population & growth
| Emu Heights | Leonay | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,205 | 2,582 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,201 | 2,579 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,371 | 2,716 |
| Annual growth rate | -0.03% | -0.03% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Emu Heights or Leonay?
Leonay has the higher residential safety score (Emu Heights 76/100 vs Leonay 100/100).
Which is more affordable, Emu Heights or Leonay?
Emu Heights is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.13M versus $1.34M.
Which has better schools, Emu Heights or Leonay?
Leonay has a higher average school ICSEA (Emu Heights 1006 vs Leonay 1049; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Emu Heights or Leonay?
Leonay has the higher transport score (Emu Heights 57/100 vs Leonay 72/100).
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