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Leabrook

SA 5068 • Greater Adelaide

1,605
Population (2021)
$88,036
Median Household Income
0.63 km²
Area
$308/wk
Median Rent
AffluentLeafyPrestigeEstablishedFamily-Friendly

About Leabrook

Leabrook is a small, prestigious inner-eastern suburb of Adelaide, located approximately 5 kilometres east of the Adelaide CBD within the City of Burnside. With a population of 1,605 across just 0.63 square kilometres and an elevation of 109 metres in the Adelaide foothills, it is one of the city's more compact and exclusive residential enclaves. Median household incomes are well above the Greater Adelaide average, reflecting its sought-after location and the quality of its established housing stock.

Leabrook offers a leafy, tranquil residential environment with excellent access to the nearby Norwood–Burnside precinct along The Parade, one of Adelaide's premier shopping and dining strips. Bus services connect the suburb to the Adelaide CBD in around 20 minutes, and the area is well-served by reputable private and public schools in the Burnside catchment. Its combination of prestige housing, quiet tree-lined streets, and proximity to both the city and the foothills makes Leabrook popular with established families and professionals.

Leabrook falls under postcode 5068 and is governed by Burnside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bragg electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5068
Urban Area
Burnside
LGA / Council
Burnside
Federal Electorate
Sturt
State Electorate
Bragg
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.93°, 138.66°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.63 km²
Elevation
109m

🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Leabrook for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$2.1M
3 sales · YoY n/a

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$308
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,140
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
55 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

0 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Adelaide Metro Route 171, 172 — Adelaide City (King William Street) 20–25 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
No direct train service; eastern suburbs rely on bus
By Car (Peak)
15–25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10–15 min

🛣️ Near Portrush Road and Magill Road arterials; good bus connectivity to Adelaide city

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some local errands possible on foot; The Parade (Norwood) is within walking distance for dining and shopping.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,574
Census 2021
1,605
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$41,704
Personal Income 2021
$50,232
▲ 20.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$50,232 / yr
$966/wk
Household
$88,036 / yr
$1693/wk
Family
$131,196 / yr
$2523/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,154
Born Overseas 420

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 104
  • 2. China 58
  • 3. India 40
  • 4. Italy 16
  • 5. Malaysia 13
  • 6. Singapore 13
  • 7. South Africa 12
  • 8. Vietnam 12
  • 9. United States 11
  • 10. Hong Kong 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 668
Australian 475
Irish 183
Scottish 182
Chinese 121
Italian 114
German 100
Indian 51
Dutch 24
Greek 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

851
Both parents born in Australia
532
Both parents born overseas
193
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.8%
No Religion
38.4%
Buddhism
1.7%
Hinduism
1.6%
Judaism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
56 (3.5%)
5-14 years
126 (7.9%)
15-19 years
92 (5.7%)
20-24 years
69 (4.3%)
25-34 years
133 (8.3%)
35-44 years
152 (9.5%)
45-54 years
155 (9.7%)
55-64 years
165 (10.3%)
65-74 years
192 (12.0%)
75-84 years
252 (15.7%)
85+ years
210 (13.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leabrook known for? +

Leabrook is known as one of Adelaide's quiet, prestigious inner-eastern suburbs, prized for its elevated hillside location, large established homes, leafy streets, and close proximity to The Parade shopping and dining precinct in Norwood.

How far is Leabrook from Adelaide CBD? +

Leabrook is approximately 5 kilometres east of the Adelaide CBD, a drive of around 10–25 minutes depending on traffic, or accessible by Adelaide Metro bus in about 20 minutes.

Does Leabrook have public transport? +

Leabrook is served by Adelaide Metro bus routes connecting to the CBD, with typical journey times of 20–25 minutes. There is no tram or train service directly to Leabrook; the eastern suburbs rely on bus transport.

What is the population of Leabrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Leabrook has a population of 1,605 residents. The suburb has a notably high proportion of female residents (57%) and a stable, established community.

Is Leabrook a good place to live? +

Leabrook is an excellent choice for those seeking a quiet, prestige address close to Adelaide's city centre. Its combination of elevated, leafy surrounds, quality schools, proximity to The Parade, and established character make it consistently popular with families and professionals.

What is the postcode for Leabrook? +

The postcode for Leabrook is 5068, shared with parts of Norwood and surrounding inner-eastern Adelaide suburbs.

What is the average income in Leabrook? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Leabrook is about $966 per week (around $50,200 per year). The median household income is $1,693 per week and the median family income is $2,523 per week.

What is the median house price in Leabrook? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $2,100,000. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Leabrook? +

The median age in Leabrook is 55. The largest age group is 75–84 (252 residents, around 16%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 41% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Leabrook? +

In Leabrook, the median weekly rent is $308, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,140 (2021 Census).