Bullsbrook (WA)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and validated new addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Bullsbrook had an estimated population of approximately 7,905 by May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,300 residents (41.0%) compared to the 2021 Census count of 5,605. The figure is derived from a resident population of 7,112 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 855 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population size results in a density of 31 persons per square kilometer, indicating residents enjoy significant space. The 41.0% expansion rate in the suburb of Bullsbrook since the 2021 census outpaced both the national benchmark of 9.3% and state levels, positioning the locality as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration was the principal driver, accounting for roughly 63.0% of recent population increases, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.

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The workforce of the suburb of Bullsbrook features a balanced mix of professional and trade occupations, with construction workers particularly well represented. The local unemployment rate stands at just 3.2%, accompanied by a 3.8% increase in employment over the past year, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,019, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.0% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is typical at 73.0%, compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census records indicate that only a low 9.5% of workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Taxpayer statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of Bullsbrook are well above the national median. Taxpayers recorded a median income of $59,089 and an average income of $76,256, compared to metropolitan averages of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Adjusting for a 10.93% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates stand at roughly $65,547 for median earnings and $84,591 for average earnings as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes sit near the 60th percentile nationally. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for 37.3% of taxpayers (2,948 people), which is comparable to the metropolitan proportion of . Housing expenses take up of household income, but solid earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile, with the SEIFA index placing the area in the th decile for income.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Bullsbrook was composed of 99.7% separate houses and 0.4% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to the metropolitan split of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates lagged slightly behind metropolitan levels at 26.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (57.3%) or tenants (15.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the metropolitan average at $1,950, while the median weekly rent was identical at $350, compared to metro figures of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, local mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rents remain below the countrywide median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.7%, consisting of couples with children at 36.9%, couples without children at 30.7%, and single parents at 12.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.3%, with lone person households representing 16.8% and group homes making up 2.5%. The average household size of 2.8 people is slightly larger than the metropolitan average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment levels show some disparity, with university graduation rates at 13.1%, well below the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 10.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 35.5%.

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Analysis of transport networks shows 25 active bus stops operating locally. These stops are served by 3 distinct routes that together provide 150 passenger trips each week. Access is classified as limited, with the average distance to the nearest stop standing at 2500 meters. The area is predominantly residential, meaning most working residents travel out of the district, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel for 87% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 2.1 cars per household, which is higher than the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.5% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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Health indicators for the suburb of Bullsbrook are generally positive, with mortality rates and medical conditions closely tracking national baselines. The prevalence of common illnesses remains typical across both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance membership is very high, covering approximately 57% of the population, or around 4,543 residents.

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Cultural diversity metrics are below the national average, with citizens representing 86.6% of the population, Australian-born residents making up 76.8%, and English-only speakers accounting for 94.9% of households. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 42.4% of the population. The most visible overrepresentation relative to the metropolitan average is among followers of Judaism, who make up 0.1% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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The median age in the suburb of Bullsbrook is 37, matching the metropolitan median of 37 and sitting close to the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age cohort is well represented at 12.8% of the population compared to Greater Perth, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 12.1%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 12.9% to 14.1% of the total population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 15.4% to 12.4%. Projections out to 2041 suggest changing age dynamics, led by a 32% increase in the 65 to 74 cohort, which is expected to rise from to residents. Older demographics are expected to make up of the forecast growth, whereas the number of children in the to group is projected to fall by resident.

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Bullsbrook currently has an estimated 498 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 301 children aged 0-2 and 199 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 53% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 497 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 875. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 11.9 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.