Burswood (WA)

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According to ABS population figures for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Burswood has a population calculated at approximately 3,688 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,779 residents, this represents an addition of 909 people (32.7%). This adjustment is based on a resident population estimate of 3,686, which Districts derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP data release combined with 134 validated new addresses added post-Census. With these numbers, the suburb's density stands at 1,081 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical ratios observed across other localities monitored by Districts. The suburb's expansion rate of 32.7% since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the state benchmark, establishing it as a regional growth leader. The expansion was largely propelled by arrivals from overseas, who made up roughly 83.0% of the overall population increases during recent periods.

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A highly qualified workforce characterizes the suburb of Burswood, with professionals heavily represented, an unemployment rate of only 2.6%, and job growth over the past year estimated at 4.1% using aggregated regional figures. As of March 2026, there are 2,548 employed residents, the unemployment rate is 1.6% below the Greater Perth mark of 4.2%, and the participation rate is significantly elevated at 77.3% compared to Greater Perth's 70.2%. Census records indicate that a modest 10.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdowns.

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Taxpayer statistics from the ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023 show the suburb of Burswood had a median taxpayer income of $65,481 and an average income of $87,281. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and compare to Greater Perth medians and averages of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $72,638 for the median and $96,821 for the average. The 2021 Census placed individual weekly earnings at the 87th percentile nationwide, at $1,132. Income distribution data indicates 35.6% of the local population (1,312 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring regional trends where fall into this bracket. Although residents allocate of their income to high housing costs, strong overall earnings place disposable income at the nd percentile nationally, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the th decile.

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Residential configurations in the suburb of Burswood during the latest Census consisted of 18.3% houses and 81.6% other options (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), contrasting with the Perth metro mix of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other options. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Burswood lagged behind the metropolitan average, sitting at 24.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (25.8%) or tenants (50.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was considerably higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while median weekly rent was $430 compared to $350 for the wider metro area. Compared nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Burswood are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families represent 58.8% of all households, with couples with children making up 15.4%, couples without children accounting for 34.1%, and single-parent households at 6.8%. Non-family households constitute the remaining 41.2%, with single-person households representing 35.3% and group households making up 6.4%. The median household size of 2.0 people is below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment in the suburb of Burswood is significantly higher than broader geographical averages, with 43.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 27.9% across WA and 29.9% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of degrees positions the population well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the largest category at 28.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (11.5%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational and technical credentials are also well represented, with 29.9% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (17.0%).

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Public transit networks in the suburb of Burswood consist of 37 active train and bus stops. These services run across 66 distinct routes, delivering a combined 11,339 passenger trips each week. Transit accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 302 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outward for employment, with private cars remaining the primary transit mode at 73%, followed by buses at 10% and trains at 8%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.0 per household, which is below the wider metropolitan average. Home-based work was recorded at 10.6% during the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic conditions.

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Health profiles for the suburb of Burswood show positive indicators, with low mortality rates and minimal chronic illness rates across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 62% of the population (2,281 people) holding cover, compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is high in the suburb of Burswood, where 31.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home and 49.3% were born overseas. Christianity is the largest religious group, accounting for 41.0% of the population. Hinduism shows a notable overrepresentation, making up 5.2% of the population compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of residents is 37, matching Greater Perth's median of 37 and sitting close to the national figure of 38 years. The 25 - 34 demographic is highly represented at 23.7%, compared to a lower share of 4.3% for the 5 - 14 demographic. The representation of the 25 - 34 group is substantially higher than the national average of 14.6%. Between 2021 and the latest estimates, the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 22.2% to 23.7%, while the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.7% to 11.2%, and the 55 to 64 group decreased from to . Demographics will adjust by with the to cohort projected to grow by ( people) to reach from a base of . This aging trend is marked by the + cohort accounting for of the total projected growth, while the to and to demographics are expected to contract.

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Burswood currently has an estimated 147 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 91 children aged 0-2 and 60 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 30% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 152 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 224. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.