Leichhardt vs Yamanto
The verdict
Leichhardt rates higher for liveability (91 vs 71). Yamanto rates higher for education (38 vs 32). Leichhardt is closer to the coast (47.0 km vs 48.3 km).
Scores
LeichhardtYamanto
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 63 | 51 |
| Transport | 62 | 43 |
| Education | 32 | 38 |
| Liveability | 91 | 71 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,471 | 4,971 |
| Median age | 31 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,109 | $1,925 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 14.1% | 21.3% |
| Born in Australia | 81.8% | 87.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.8 |
Growth: Leichhardt — · Yamanto —
Property
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $620 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 79 | 79 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 649 | 644 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 380 | 382 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,948 | 6,948 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 862 | 984 |
See the full school list on each profile: Leichhardt · Yamanto
Transport
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 62 | 43 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 21 | 21 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 112 | 116 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.1 km | 4.3 km |
Liveability
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 3 |
| Parks | 11 | 13 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 47.0 km | 48.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 33.4 km | 34.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.5 km | 4.2 km |
Population & growth
| Leichhardt | Yamanto | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,471 | 4,971 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,748 | 5,158 |
| Projected 2041 | Data not available | Data not available |
| Annual growth rate | 1.51% | 0.93% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Leichhardt or Yamanto?
Leichhardt and Yamanto have similar residential safety scores (79 and 79/100).
Which has better schools, Leichhardt or Yamanto?
Yamanto has a higher average school ICSEA (Leichhardt 862 vs Yamanto 984; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Leichhardt or Yamanto?
Leichhardt has the higher transport score (Leichhardt 62/100 vs Yamanto 43/100).
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