Brabham (WA)

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Based on assessments of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Brabham is estimated at approximately 13,876 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 5,211 people (60.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 8,665 people. The variation is derived from the resident population of 12,234, estimated by Districts following analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 1,259 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 2,376 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the upper quartile compared to national locations assessed by Districts. The 60.1% growth of the suburb of Brabham since the 2021 census surpassed the national average (9.3%), as well as the state, making it a regional growth leader. Population growth for the area was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately of overall population gains during recent times, though all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

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Brabham possesses a well-educated workforce, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, and an unemployment rate of just 2.4%, based on Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 6,064 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.8% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Perth's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a low 4.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

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According to Districts' aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Brabham had a median income among taxpayers of $65,584 with the average level standing at $77,108. This is very high nationally and compares to levels of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $72,752 (median) and $85,536 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Brabham, between the 75th and 83rd percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 52.5% of the population (7,284 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - income range, mirroring regional levels where occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within Brabham, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 97.4% houses and 2.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Brabham was lagging that of Perth metro, at 4.3%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (83.8%) or rented (11.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Perth metro average at $1,928, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $370, compared to Perth metro's $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Brabham's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are less than the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 81.1% of all households, comprising 48.8% couples with children, 21.9% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 18.9%, with lone person households at 16.1% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The area's educational profile stands out regionally, with university qualification rates (28.0% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the SA3 area average of 19.7% and that of SA4 region (24.3%), reflecting the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees lead at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (27.8%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 27 active transport stops operating within Brabham comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 5 individual routes, collectively providing 867 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 303 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 86%, with 7% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling. A relatively low 4.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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Brabham demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover found to be very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~8,021 people).

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Brabham scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 43.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.7% born overseas. The main religion in Brabham was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.4% of people in Brabham. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 8.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 1.4%.

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With a median age of 29, Brabham is materially younger than the Greater Perth figure of 37 similarly substantially under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Perth, Brabham has a higher concentration of 25 - 34 residents (26.2%) but fewer 55 - 64 year-olds (2.5%). This 25 - 34 concentration is well above the national 14.6%. In the period since 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 19.6% to 23.8% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort increased from 13.9% to 16.1%. Conversely, the 25 to cohort has declined from to and the to group dropped from to . Looking ahead to demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Brabham's age structure. The to age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by people () from to . On the other hand, population declines are projected for the to and to cohorts.

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Brabham currently has an estimated 1,706 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 718 children aged 0-2 and 480 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 41% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 1,745 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,833. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 20.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.