Leichhardt vs Wulkuraka
The verdict
Leichhardt rates higher for liveability (91 vs 74). Wulkuraka rates higher for transport (83 vs 62). Wulkuraka has a shorter estimated CBD commute (75 vs 112 min).
Scores
LeichhardtWulkuraka
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 63 | 65 |
| Transport | 62 | 83 |
| Education | 32 | 35 |
| Liveability | 91 | 74 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,471 | 1,325 |
| Median age | 31 | 28 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,109 | $1,540 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.1% | 17.4% |
| Born in Australia | 81.8% | 81.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.7 |
Growth: Leichhardt — · Wulkuraka —
Property
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $510 | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 79 | 77 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 649 | 679 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 380 | 377 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,948 | 6,948 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 0 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 862 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Leichhardt · Wulkuraka
Transport
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 62 | 83 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 112 | 75 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.1 km | 520 m |
Liveability
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.3°C | 29.3°C |
| Winter max temp | 21.5°C | 21.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 47.0 km | 46.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 33.4 km | 33.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 3.2 km |
Population & growth
| Leichhardt | Wulkuraka | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,471 | 1,325 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,748 | 1,407 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.51% | 1.51% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Leichhardt or Wulkuraka?
Leichhardt has the higher residential safety score (Leichhardt 79/100 vs Wulkuraka 77/100).
Which has better public transport, Leichhardt or Wulkuraka?
Wulkuraka has the higher transport score (Leichhardt 62/100 vs Wulkuraka 83/100).
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