Bellevue (WA)

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According to ABS demographic updates and recently confirmed addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Bellevue (WA) has an estimated resident count of 1,982 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 468 people (30.9%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 1,514 residents. This calculation stems from the Districts estimate of 1,961 citizens, which incorporates the June 2025 ABS ERP figures alongside 103 newly validated addresses post-Census. With these numbers, the suburb of Bellevue (WA) has a density of 647 persons per square kilometer, indicating low crowding and potential for future urban expansion. The 30.9% population surge since the 2021 census outstripped both state trends and the national growth level of 9.3%, positioning the suburb of Bellevue (WA) as a local leader in expansion. This upward trajectory was almost exclusively fueled by arrivals from overseas, which acted as the sole driver of population gains during recent times.

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The workforce in Bellevue displays an even split between professional and industrial employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented. The local unemployment rate stands at 9.7%, and jobs grew by an estimated 8.1% over the past year based on compiled local statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,020 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 5.5% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%, revealing opportunities for labor market gains, while the participation rate is close to the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a minor 4.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Bellevue have a median income of $55,309 and an average income of $66,964. These figures align closely with national averages, and compare to a median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimated figures would be approximately $61,354 (median) and $74,283 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and individual incomes are modest, placing between the 21st and 34th percentiles. Income distribution data indicates the largest cohort of residents, at 31.7% (628 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring regional trends where are in the same bracket. Affordability pressures are severe, with residents retaining only of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Bellevue consisted of 84.1% standalone houses and 15.9% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to metro Perth where houses make up 77.8% and other options comprise 22.1%. The home ownership rate was consistent with the metropolitan average at 28.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (43.0%) or rented (28.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was $1,500, which sits well below the metropolitan average of $1,907, while weekly median rent was recorded at $300, compared to the Perth metro figure of $350. Nationally, mortgage obligations are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.

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Families represent the majority of local households at 60.3%, consisting of couples with children at 21.1%, couples without children at 22.2%, and single-parent households at 14.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 39.7%, comprising single-person households at 34.3% and group housing arrangements at 5.4%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The local community experiences educational hurdles, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (14.1%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a need as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 9.7%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.4% and postgraduate degrees at 2.0%. Vocational and technical expertise is common, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (33.2%).

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Public transport services in Bellevue include 18 active passenger stops serviced by a mix of buses. There are 8 distinct routes operating across these stops, providing a total of 770 passenger trips per week. Transport links are rated as good, with residents living an average of 222 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area. Private cars remain the primary method of travel at 84%, while 6% of commuters use the train. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.3 cars per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average. A relatively low 4.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health evaluations indicate significant challenges in Bellevue, based on Districts assessments of mortality and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across young and old age groups. The rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the SA2 average at approximately 54% of the population, which equals about 1,066 people. This is lower than the 59.0% coverage rate observed across Greater Perth.

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The suburb has above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 10.4% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 41.5% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 0.7% of residents compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of residents is 39 years, which is slightly older than the Greater Perth average of 37 and very close to the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, the 55 - 64 age group is overrepresented at 13.0%, while children aged 5 - 14 are underrepresented at 10.3%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 14.6% to 16.7% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group rose from 4.9% to 6.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.2% to 11.0%, and the 55 to bracket decreased from to . By demographic forecasts suggest significant changes, led by the to age group, which is projected to grow by ( people) to reach from . The to group is expected to grow more slowly at , adding residents.

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Bellevue currently has an estimated 118 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 61 children aged 0-2 and 41 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 59% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 123 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 133. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.