Leura
NSW 2780 • Greater Sydney
About Leura
Leura is a picturesque village in the City of Blue Mountains, located 100 kilometres west of Sydney CBD in New South Wales. With a population of around 4,503 (2021 census), it sits at an elevation of 985 metres along the Main Western railway line and Great Western Highway. Leura is adjacent to Katoomba, the largest centre in the upper Blue Mountains, and the two towns merge along their shared western edge. The area has a long history, with Aboriginal occupation dating back over 12,000 years.
Leura is renowned for its charming village atmosphere, with the tree-lined Leura Mall offering boutique shops, cafés, galleries, and antique stores. The suburb is a popular tourist destination, famous for its beautiful gardens including the Everglades Historic House and Gardens. Surrounded by Blue Mountains National Park, residents enjoy bushwalking, waterfalls, and spectacular scenery. The community is a mix of retirees, professionals working remotely, and those seeking a lifestyle change from the city.
Leura falls under postcode 2780 and is governed by Blue Mountains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blue Mountains electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 685 — Katoomba to Leura circular 10 min
- 690 — Katoomba to Woodford via Leura 15 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Direct train to Central via Blue Mountains Line. M4 Motorway for driving.
Village centre is walkable with shops and station nearby. Outer areas require a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths152-160 Leura Mall Leura 2780 NSW
Schools
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Katoomba High School ICSEA 1034Martin Street
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Katoomba North Public School ICSEA 986Barton St
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Katoomba Public School ICSEA 1035Merriwa St
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158 Katoomba Street
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Leura Public School ICSEA 1055Bathurst Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Leura, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Leura by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Leura Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Leura" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
15 state housing + 24 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 304
- 2. New Zealand 97
- 3. United States 46
- 4. Germany 44
- 5. Scotland 41
- 6. China 32
- 7. India 26
- 8. Philippines 22
- 9. Indonesia 20
- 10. Ireland 20
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)