Burns Beach (WA)

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Evaluating demographics from ABS updates for the region alongside recent addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Burns Beach is computed at approximately 4,997 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 926 people (22.7%) since the 2021 Census, which registered 4,071 residents. The adjustment is derived from the resident population of 4,878, estimated by Districts analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 283 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such population levels represent a density of 1,509 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across national sites analyzed by Districts. The 22.7% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the SA3 region, positioning the area as a regional growth leader. Population expansion was heavily propelled by international migration, which accounted for roughly 72.0% of total gains in recent times, though all growth components including natural increase and interstate migration remained positive.

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The suburb of Burns Beach has a highly educated workforce, with construction workers representing a key segment, a jobless rate of just 1.2%, and an estimated 4.7% rise in employment over the prior year, based on compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,066 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 3.0% below the 4.2% rate of Greater Perth, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 79.1% relative to the 70.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Census records indicate a small 11.6% of residents worked from home, though pandemic restriction influences should be taken into account.

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Latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 shows that incomes in the suburb of Burns Beach rank in the highest national percentile, with a median of $73,001 and an average of $98,671. This is higher than the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at approximately $80,980 (median) and $109,456 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census highlights that household, family, and individual incomes all rank highly, placing between the 88th and 99th percentiles nationwide. The largest earnings band consists of 39.8% of residents earning $4000+ per week (1,988 residents), differing from the regional trend where fall in the - range. Economic strength is reflected in the of households with weekly earnings over supporting high local spending. Housing costs consume of income, while solid earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index places the area in the th decile.

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Residential structure in the suburb of Burns Beach at the latest Census comprised 98.7% stand-alone houses and 1.3% other formats (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Perth metro distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Burns Beach lagged behind the Perth metro average at 26.0%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (65.6%) or rented (8.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,890 was notably higher than the Perth metro average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $650 compared to the metropolitan median of $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rent is substantially above the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 93.4%, consisting of 57.7% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 4.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 6.6%, with single-person households at 6.4% and group living situations representing 0.5%. The median household size of 3.2 people exceeds the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Higher education credentials in the suburb of Burns Beach (32.6% of residents aged 15+) sit slightly above the WA average (27.9%), showing a competitive academic base. Bachelor degrees represent the largest group at 23.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational and technical training is also common, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (14.5%) and certificates (22.0%).

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Public transport analysis identifies 17 active stops within the suburb of Burns Beach, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 447 passenger trips weekly. Transit accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 185 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is mainly a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with cars being the main transport mode at 84%, followed by trains at 12%. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.1 cars, higher than the regional average. A relatively low 11.6% of residents worked from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting pandemic circumstances).

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Health data reveals excellent outcomes for the suburb of Burns Beach, based on Districts assessment of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with low rates of common illnesses across all ages. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 66% of the population (3,316 people). This exceeds the 59.0% recorded in Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Burns Beach exhibits higher cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 13.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 53.1% born overseas. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 54.4% of the population, compared to 45.0% in Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 40, the suburb of Burns Beach has a slightly older profile than Greater Perth at 37 and Australia at 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is noticeably over-represented (15.4% locally) compared to Greater Perth, while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (7.3%). Since 2021, the 65 to 74 group grew from 7.2% to 10.0% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 1.6% to 3.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 18.8% to 15.6%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from to . Demographic models indicate the age profile will shift by . The to age cohort is projected to expand by people () from to . Combined, the + cohorts will make up of total population growth, reflecting an aging population. Meanwhile, the to and to groups are projected to experience population decreases.

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Burns Beach currently has an estimated 234 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 104 children aged 0-2 and 69 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 5% by 2041 (to approximately 223 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 533. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 5.4 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.