Albany (WA)

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According to evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Albany has a projected residency of approximately 1,897 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 494 individuals (35.2% growth) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,403 individuals. The estimate is derived from a resident headcount of 1,894, which Districts calculated using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 13 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 967 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages recorded in Districts assessments. The suburb of Albany's 35.2% expansion rate relative to the 2021 Census exceeded the SA3 region's rate of 8.8% and outperformed the nationwide average, establishing it as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of these gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population growth in recent times.

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Albany is characterized by a highly educated labor force with solid representation in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of just 1.6% according to Districts' compilation of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 977 employed residents. This unemployment rate is 1.9% below the Regional WA level of 3.5%, while workforce participation is notably lower, standing at 59.0% compared to 65.6% across Regional WA. According to Census replies, a minor 9.1% proportion of the local workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, personal income levels in Albany are exceptionally high on a national scale. The median income among local taxpayers is $59,614, while the average income is recorded at $75,137, compared to Regional WA figures of $59,973 and $74,392 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $66,130 for the median and $83,349 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show personal earnings at the 64th percentile ($883 weekly), whereas household earnings fall in the 25th percentile. Income distribution details show that the $800 - 1,499 range is the most common, accounting for 26.6% of residents ( people), which contrasts with the broader region where the - bracket is the largest at . Disposable income after housing costs stands at , which sits in the th percentile nationally, while the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the th decile.

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The housing landscape in Albany at the latest Census consisted of 87.8% separate houses and 12.2% alternative housing structures like townhouses and apartments, compared to 88.5% separate houses and 11.6% alternative housing structures across Regional WA. Outright home ownership in Albany was significantly higher than the Regional WA benchmark, standing at 47.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (23.6%) or renters (29.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the regional average of $1,560 at $1,700, and the median weekly rent was $325 compared to the regional figure of $265. On a national level, Albany's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 58.9%, which includes couples with children at 15.6%, couples without children at 35.3%, and single parent families at 6.6%. The remaining 41.1% consist of non-family households, with single person households accounting for 37.1% and group households representing 3.9% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.0 people is below the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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Levels of educational attainment in Albany are significantly higher than regional averages, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 16.4% in the SA4 region and 17.6% across Rest of WA. This educational pattern positions the local workforce well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary credential at 24.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (8.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.2%). Vocational and technical training is also common, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (18.0%).

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An analysis of public transport options reveals 14 active stops in the suburb of Albany, which are serviced by a combination of buses. These stops accommodate 10 distinct routes that supply 510 passenger journeys every week. Access to transport is rated well, with local residents living an average of 259 meters from their closest stop. As the neighborhood is mostly residential, many workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85%, followed by walking at 11%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.2, which is lower than the regional average. A relatively small 9.1% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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Health indicators point to excellent outcomes throughout Albany, based on Districts' evaluation of local mortality rates and chronic illness statistics, which reveal low rates of common health conditions across all age cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 57% of the population (~1,081 people).

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Albany displays higher than average levels of cultural diversity, with 10.4% of residents using a non-English language at home and 31.3% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion in Albany, representing 43.2% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to a regional average of none.

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Albany has a median age of 53, which is higher than the Regional WA median of 40 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 19.2% compared to Regional WA, while the 5 - 14 cohort is less common at 8.0%. This local concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national rate of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, younger residents moving in have reduced the median age by 1.6 years to 53. Specifically, the 35 to 44 age cohort rose from 7.6% to 10.5% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 10.6% to . In contrast, the to group declined from to , and the to cohort decreased from to . Looking ahead to demographic projections point to changes in Albany, with the to group expected to grow fastest at , adding people to reach while the + and to cohorts are expected to contract.

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Albany currently has an estimated 72 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 54 children aged 0-2 and 36 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 85% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 35% by 2041 (to approximately 97 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 153. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.