Bulgarra (WA)

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Analyzing population updates from the ABS alongside new addresses validated by Districts since the Census shows that the population of the suburb of Bulgarra is roughly 3,392 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 402 residents (13.4%) compared to the 2,990 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Districts calculated this updated figure of 3,392 by studying the ABS's June 2025 ERP release and incorporating 8 validated new addresses since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 731 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages found in other Districts investigations. Bulgarra's 13.4% expansion rate since the 2021 Census outpaced the 9.3% national average and the Rest of WA, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. Natural increase was the main demographic engine, accounting for approximately 64.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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The local workforce exhibits a balanced mix of white and blue collar jobs, with construction demonstrating notable strength. The area features a very low unemployment rate of 2.0%, and employment expanded by 2.8% over the past year, according to Districts' statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,127 locals are employed. This unemployment rate is 1.5% lower than the 3.5% rate seen in Regional WA, while participation is exceptionally high at 79.8% compared to the regional average of 65.6%. Census data showed that a minor 2.1% of employees worked from home, though the context of pandemic restrictions during that period should be kept in mind.

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Taxpayer income records from the ATO for the 2023 financial year show a median of $77,918 and an average of $91,770 in the suburb of Bulgarra, as compiled by Districts. These figures place the area among the highest income bands in Australia, well above the Regional WA median of $59,973 and average of $74,392. Adjusting for a 10.93% Wage Price Index increase since FY-2023 yields estimated values of approximately $86,434 for the median and $101,800 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranks local household, family, and personal incomes high nationally, placing them in the 95th to 96th percentiles. The largest income group contains 35.3% of residents (1,197 people) who earn between $1,500 and which is comparable to the metropolitan region where fall into this range. Strong economic conditions are highlighted by the of households with weekly earnings above which supports local retail and services. Residents keep of their income after paying for housing, showing strong discretionary capacity, and the area sits in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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Census data reveals that the housing stock in the suburb of Bulgarra consists of 76.3% separate houses and 23.6% other options, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Regional WA has 88.5% separate houses and 11.6% other options. Home ownership rates in Bulgarra lag the wider region, sitting at 11.1%, while mortgaged properties make up 39.6% and rented properties account for 49.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,810, which is significantly higher than the Regional WA average of $1,560. Similarly, the median weekly rent was recorded at $388, compared to $265 in Regional WA. Nationally, local mortgage repayments sit below the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up 69.3% of households in Bulgarra, consisting of couples with children at 35.7%, couples without children at 25.3%, and single parents at 7.9%. The other 30.7% consists of non-family households, including single-person households at 24.1% and group houses at 6.2%. The median household size is 2.6 residents, slightly higher than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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Education statistics point to lower academic attainment, with university qualifications held by 13.8% of the population, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational support. Bachelor degrees account for 9.9%, graduate diplomas make up 2.1%, and postgraduate qualifications represent 1.8%. Vocational and technical training is very common, with 53.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 43.6%.

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Analysis of local transit shows 1 active passenger stop within the suburb of Bulgarra, served by bus services. There are 2 individual routes running through this stop, combining to offer 21 weekly trips. Transit accessibility is low, with residents living an average of 625 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the area; private cars are the primary mode of travel at 89%, while 4% of residents walk. Dwellings average 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A small 2.1% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions at that time.

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According to Districts' evaluation of mortality and chronic illness data, health outcomes in Bulgarra are stronger than average, with low rates of common health conditions across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is notably high, covering approximately 64% of the population (2,158 people), which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is higher than average in the suburb of Bulgarra, where 23.2% of the population was born abroad and 14.9% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 33.6% of residents. The most significant statistical variance is in Buddhism, which is practiced by 2.3% of residents compared to only 1.0% across Regional WA.

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The median age of residents in the suburb of Bulgarra is 33 years, which is notably younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional WA, there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 to 34 (19.8%) but fewer seniors aged 65 to 74 (2.6%). This concentration of 25 to 34 year-olds is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 12.5% to 14.2%, and the 35 to 44 cohort rose from 19.4% to 20.6%. In contrast, the 5 to cohort decreased from to , and the to cohort fell from to . Projections suggest the age profile will change by with the to bracket growing by , adding residents to reach a total of while the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease in size.

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Bulgarra currently has an estimated 254 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 175 children aged 0-2 and 116 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 10% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 295 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 429. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.9 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. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.