St Leonards Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for St Leonards, NSW 2065 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$1,175,000
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
2.7%
Weekly Rent
$600
Renter Demand
85%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.9%
Low — tight market
Population
7,212
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2065
Median house price $1,175,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $600/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.7% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 84.8%
Vacancy rate 1.88%
Population 7,212
Median household income $128,700/yr
Owner-occupied 15.2%
Median age 34 yrs
Total dwellings 2,868

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Higher reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 90

St Leonards shows above-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (1.9%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (85%) — strong rental demand base
⚠️ Higher reported crime (90 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: NSW_FairTrading_BondLodgements. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 1
Primary 0
Secondary 1
Schools in St Leonards
Bradfield College Secondary · Government
Royal North Shore Hospital School Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ Recent Sales

Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.

Address Sold Price Type Land
48 Atchison St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-09 $1,470,000 Residence
599 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-05 $1,650,000 Residence
19 Herbert St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-03 $1,200,000 Residence
1 Sergeants Lane, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-03 $701,000 Residence
34 Oxley St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-01 $1,200,000 Residence
10 Atchison St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-06-01 $872,000 Residence 74 m²
19 Herbert St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-05-29 $1,150,000 Residence
88 B Christie St, St Leonards NSW 2065 2026-05-26 $1,435,000 Residence 105 m²
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $1,175,000
Deposit (20%) $235,000
Loan (80% LVR) $940,000
Weekly rent $600/wk
Annual rent income $31,200/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is St Leonards a good suburb to invest in?

St Leonards has a high renter proportion (85%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in St Leonards?

The median house price in St Leonards is approximately $1,175,000 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in St Leonards?

The indicative gross rental yield in St Leonards is 2.7%, based on a median weekly rent of $600 against a median price of $1,175,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does St Leonards compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare St Leonards against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is St Leonards a safe suburb?

St Leonards shows above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 90 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in St Leonards?

St Leonards has 2 known schools, including Bradfield College, Royal North Shore Hospital School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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