Fremantle (WA)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic datasets for the surrounding region combined with recently verified addresses from Districts following the Census, the suburb of Fremantle has an estimated residency of 11,327 individuals in May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,076 people (22.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 9,251 residents. This trend is calculated from a resident base of 11,317, estimated by Districts analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with 303 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,048 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level among Australian communities tracked by Districts. The expansion rate of 2021% since the 2021 Census surpassed national levels (9.3%) as well as state figures, positioning the area as a regional growth leader. The demographic increase was primarily supported by international migration, which accounted for roughly 50.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though interstate moves and natural growth also registered positive outcomes.

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Fremantle has a highly qualified local workforce, featuring a strong concentration of professional roles and an unemployment rate of 5.4%, according to aggregated local statistics. As of March 2026, there are 6,421 employed residents, while the unemployment rate is 1.2% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%. Participation in the workforce is identical to the Greater Perth average of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 13.5% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

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According to postcode-level ATO statistics aggregated for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Fremantle had a median income of $58,739 and an average income of $91,288. These figures rank among the highest nationally, compared to $60,748 and $80,248 in Greater Perth. Accounting for a 10.93% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $65,159 (median) and $101,266 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual earnings at the 80th percentile nationally ($1,021 weekly), whereas household incomes placed at the 54th percentile. Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly range accounts for 28.3% of the local population ( people), which aligns with the broader metropolitan rate of in that bracket. Rent or mortgage costs account for of income, yet solid earnings keep disposable incomes at the th percentile, placing the area in the th decile for the SEIFA index.

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According to the latest Census, the housing inventory in the suburb of Fremantle consists of 40.0% standalone houses and 60.0% alternative structures like townhouses and apartments, compared to a breakdown of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative structures across Greater Perth. The proportion of residents who own their homes outright matches the Perth metropolitan average of 29.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (28.1%) or occupied by tenants (42.8%). The median monthly home loan repayment was $2,167, well above the Greater Perth average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent stood at $380, compared to $350 in the metropolitan area. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Fremantle are considerably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up 52.5% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 16.7%, couples without children at 27.2%, and single-parent households at 7.9%. The remaining 47.5% of households do not consist of families, with single-person households representing 40.5% of the total and group households accounting for 6.8%. The average household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in the suburb of Fremantle is notably higher than regional and state benchmarks, with 48.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 27.9% across WA and 28.6% in the local SA4 area. This educational profile positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-focused careers. Bachelor degrees are held by 30.0% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 14.0% and graduate diplomas at 4.8%. Vocational education is also common, with 26.1% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (15.4%).

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Analysis of the local transport network shows 85 active public transport stops in the suburb of Fremantle, including a combination of train stations and bus stops. These stops are served by 35 distinct routes, which accommodate 7,460 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 140 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with most workers commuting out of the area. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 64%, followed by trains at 12% and walking at 9%. Vehicle ownership stands at 0.9 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average. Additionally, 13.5% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during the pandemic.

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An evaluation of health indicators reveals positive outcomes in the suburb of Fremantle, based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, with low rates of common health issues observed in both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 63% of the population (7,185 people) covered, compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

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Fremantle exhibits greater cultural diversity than most suburban markets, with 13.2% of residents speaking a language other than English in their household and 32.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 33.4% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.5% of residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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The median age in the suburb of Fremantle is 40, which is slightly higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to metropolitan averages, the 25 - 34 age group is highly represented at 18.2%, while the 15 - 24 age bracket is underrepresented at 10.2%. Since 2021, the 5 to 14 age group has risen from 6.9% to 9.8% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 5.4% to 6.6%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.0% to 11.6% and the 55 to group decreased from to . Demographic modeling suggests that by the age profile will change, with the to cohort projected to expand by people (), growing from to . Residents aged and over will account for of all population growth, while the to cohort is projected to decrease by people.

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Fremantle currently has an estimated 532 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 364 children aged 0-2 and 243 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 52% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 547 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 960. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.1 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.