Erskine (WA)

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Based on analysis of demographic updates from the ABS for the wider region alongside newly validated addresses recorded by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Erskine (WA) has a projected population of approximately 6,290 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 861 residents (15.9%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 5,429 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 6,268 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population release combined with 33 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,625 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations evaluated by Districts. The 15.9% expansion rate in the suburb of Erskine (WA) since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the state, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population growth. Population gains were largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 49.0% of the overall increase during recent periods, though all growth drivers including overseas migration and natural increase remained positive.

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Erskine exhibits a balanced employment profile encompassing both professional and industrial roles, with manufacturing and industrial sectors playing a key role, an unemployment rate sitting at only 2.2%, and an estimated employment growth of 9.5% over the past year, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. By March 2026, 2,313 local residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 2.0% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. However, labor force participation is significantly lower at 41.8% compared to the 70.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Census responses indicate that only 7.6% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in Erskine stands at $45,530, with an average taxpayer income of $64,204. These levels sit below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $50,506 for the median and $71,221 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Erskine all rank between the 2nd and 6th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 34.5% of residents earning between $400 - 799 per week (representing people), whereas the metropolitan area sees its largest concentration of in the - range. With of earners receiving less than weekly, the area faces notable income limits that shape local retail spending. Housing affordability pressures are pronounced, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the rd percentile.

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According to the latest Census, residential dwellings in Erskine consisted of 79.1% standalone houses and 21.0% other housing types, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings in the Perth metropolitan area. Home ownership was significantly higher in Erskine at 49.7%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 28.9% and rental properties making up 21.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was $1,701, which is below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907. The median weekly rent was recorded at $320, compared to the metropolitan average of $350. Nationally, Erskine's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are considerably lower than the national median of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of local households at 62.6%, consisting of couples with children at 14.9%, couples without children at 39.5%, and single parent families at 8.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 37.4% of households, with single-person households representing 35.6% and group households comprising 1.6%. The median household size is 2.0 residents, which is smaller than the average of 2.6 found across Greater Perth.

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The local community experiences educational challenges, with the percentage of residents holding university qualifications (12.6%) falling far below the national rate of 30.4%. This highlights both a regional deficit and a target for future educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (29.1%).

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An evaluation of public transport options reveals 20 active transit stops in Erskine, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 3 distinct routes, which combine to support 642 passenger journeys each week. Transport connection is rated as good, with residents living an average of 273 meters from their nearest stop. Being predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the main transport mode at 86%, and trains accounting for 5%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.0 per household, which is below the regional average. A low 7.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, health measures point to below-average outcomes in Erskine. While common medical conditions among the general population are relatively standard, they are higher than the national average among older age brackets. The rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 region at roughly 53% of the total population, which equates to about 3,314 people, compared to 59.0% observed across Greater Perth.

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Erskine exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 5.6% of residents using a language other than English at home and 33.0% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the predominant religion, representing the faith of 53.6% of residents in Erskine, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth.

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Erskine has a median age of 61 years, which is substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. The demographic profile is heavily weighted toward the 75 - 84 age group, which accounts for 20.4% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (7.0%) than the share seen across Greater Perth. The proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 is far higher than the national benchmark of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 18.3% to 20.4% of the population, and the group aged 85 and over has increased from 4.9% to 6.5%. In contrast, the 45 to cohort shrank from to . Looking to demographic projections indicate major changes in Erskine's age profile. The to cohort is projected to expand significantly, increasing by people () from to . This demographic aging is underscored by the fact that residents aged and older represent of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the to and to age brackets.

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Erskine currently has an estimated 188 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 154 children aged 0-2 and 103 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 15% by 2041 (to approximately 159 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 515. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.8 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.