Dalkeith (WA)

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According to census figures compiled by Districts, the suburb of Dalkeith is home to approximately 5,207 people as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 809 residents (18.4%) since the 2021 Census, when the headcount stood at 4,398. The estimate builds upon an estimated resident population of 5,195 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an influx of 31 validated new addresses registered afterward. With these numbers, the suburb of Dalkeith has a density of 1,729 persons per square kilometer, outstripping typical national averages recorded by Districts. This 18.4% expansion rate since 2021 exceeded the regional SA3 benchmark and the 9.3% national average, positioning the suburb of Dalkeith as a local leader in demographic growth. The upward trajectory was almost exclusively fueled by inbound international migration, which acted as the sole driver of population growth over the period.

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Dalkeith is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education, strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 0.7%, and an annual employment growth rate of 2.4%, according to data compiled by Districts. As of March 2026, there are 2,646 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 3.5% below the Greater Perth figure of 4.2%, while the participation rate of 60.6% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census records indicate that 18.2% of the local workforce performed their duties from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.

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Based on ATO postcode statistics compiled for the 2023 financial year, Dalkeith taxpayers recorded a median income of $99,001 and an average income of $267,998. These figures place the suburb in the highest national bracket, compared to metropolitan averages of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of $109,822 and an average of $297,290 as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb lie in the top tier nationally, ranking between the 96th and 99th percentiles. High weekly earnings are common, with 57.2% of taxpayers (2,978 individuals) earning more than $4000 per week, whereas the broader Perth metro area is dominated by the - bracket at . A substantial of the population earns more than weekly, reflecting high wealth levels that support the local economy. After housing expenses, residents retain of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the suburb is placed in the th decile on the SEIFA index.

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Census data reveals that detached houses make up 96.3% of the housing stock in Dalkeith, with other formats such as townhouses and apartments accounting for 3.7%, compared to metropolitan proportions of 77.8% and 22.1% respectively. The homeownership rate stands at 56.1%, which is significantly higher than the Perth metropolitan average, while mortgaged properties make up 27.8% and rental homes constitute 16.1% of local dwellings. The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb stands at $5,000, and the median weekly rent is $802, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Dalkeith's mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 85.7%, consisting of couples with children at 48.1%, couples without children at 30.4%, and single-parent homes at 6.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.3%, with single-person households representing 13.4% and group households making up 1.1% of the total. The median household occupancy is 3.0 people, exceeding the metropolitan average of 2.6.

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Attainment levels in Dalkeith are exceptionally high, with 62.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to averages of 27.9% in WA and 30.1% across Greater Perth. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are held by 39.6% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 18.2% and graduate diplomas at 4.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications represent 12.2% of achievements for those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.6% and certificate qualifications at 4.6%.

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Public transport infrastructure in Dalkeith includes 47 active transit stops, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 3 distinct routes, which provide a total of 307 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 179 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of transport at 86%, while 8% commute by bus. Car ownership averages 2.1 vehicles per household, which is higher than the metropolitan average. Census data from 2021 indicates that 18.2% of residents worked from home, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.

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Health outcomes in Dalkeith are outstanding, characterized by low mortality rates and minimal chronic disease rates across all age brackets. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high, covering approximately 134% of the population (6,954 people). This is far higher than the Greater Perth coverage rate of 59.0% and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Dalkeith exhibits higher cultural diversity than most benchmark areas, with 19.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 38.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 54.6% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.7% of the population, compared to 0.3% across the Greater Perth region.

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The median age of 43 in Dalkeith is higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. The age profile is notable for a high concentration of 15 - 24 year-olds at 22.1%, while the 25 - 34 bracket is relatively small at 8.3% compared to the wider metropolitan area. The proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 is higher than the national figure of 12.7%. Since 2021, the median age has dropped by 1.7 years from 45 to 43, indicating a shift toward a younger demographic. Notable changes include the 15 to 24 age bracket rising from 14.9% to 22.1% of the population, and the 25 to group increasing from to . Conversely, the to cohort decreased from to , and the to age group fell from to . By demographic projections suggest significant changes, with the to cohort growing by ( people) to reach from . Residents aged and over will account for of population growth, highlighting aging trends. Conversely, declines are projected for the to and to age groups.

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Dalkeith currently has an estimated 119 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 85 children aged 0-2 and 56 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 20% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 1% by 2041 (to approximately 120 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 438. Birth rates in the area have averaged 4.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.