Full-time 32.8%Part-time 6.0%Unemployed 1.1%Not in labour 60.1%
Dwelling Types
Leonora
House 70.8%Semi-detached 6.2%Flat/Unit 3.6%Other 19.5%
Commute Mode
Leonora
Car 62.1%Transit 6.2%Walk 26.5%WFH 5.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
59.1%
New Zealand
4.4%
England
2.6%
India
1.2%
Philippines
0.9%
Language at Home
English only
78.3%
Arabic
0.8%
Greek
0.6%
Frequently Asked Questions about Leonora
Is Leonora safe?
Leonora has a safety score of 4/100, which is well below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Laverton (WA) (4/100), Leinster (91/100), Hannans (27/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Leonora?
Median weekly rent in Leonora is $225/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Laverton (WA) ($1217/wk), Hannans ($850/wk), Lamington (WA) ($650/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Leonora?
Leonora has a school rating of 5/100 across 1 schools, which is well below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Leonora District High School (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Leonora affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Leonora is $230K, up 19.5% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $1.1M. For renters, median weekly rent is $225/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Laverton (WA) ($105K), Hannans ($538K), Lamington (WA) ($511K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/leonora
Leonora is a rugged Goldfields mining town about 230km north of Kalgoorlie, defined by vast red-dirt distances and an outback character that draws travellers on cross-country drives through WA's interior. Its heritage streetscapes and the legacy of the old tramway hint at a prosperous past, while the surrounding scrubland teems with eagles, goannas, and dramatic storm skies. Community bonds run deep, locals have rallied to establish a safe house for women and fill gaps left by retreating services. Life here demands self-reliance: the nearest bank is gone, distances are immense, and a car is essential for everything. The median house price is $230k and rent of $225/week, 77% below the Perth metro median.
The safety score of 4/100 is 48 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 1 school, rated 5/100 and below the Perth average.
Typical residents are around 40 years old, with a household income of $1,455/week.