Geographe (WA)

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According to evaluations of ABS population adjustments for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Geographe has an estimated residency of 3,971 people in May 2026. This represents a gain of 349 residents (9.6%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 3,622 individuals. The change is calculated from a resident population of 3,950, which Districts estimated using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 209 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level translates to a density of 695 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the average across various places analyzed by Districts. The 9.6% expansion in the suburb of Geographe since the 2021 census was ahead of the national benchmark (9.3%), positioning it as a leading growth area locally. Population gains were mostly propelled by overseas arrivals, accounting for roughly 35.0% of the overall increase, though all sources, including interstate arrivals and natural expansion, recorded positive numbers.

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The suburb of Geographe possesses a capable workforce, with a strong presence in industrial and manufacturing fields, a jobless rate of just 3.8%, and steady employment levels over the prior year, according to Districts' compiled regional statistics. In March 2026, 1,923 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.2% higher than the Regional WA figure of 3.5%, while labor participation is much lower (59.0% compared to 65.6% in Regional WA). Census data indicates that a modest 7.9% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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According to the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics released by Districts for financial year 2023, the suburb of Geographe has a median taxpayer income of $46,443, alongside an average of $61,336. These figures are below national averages, and compare to a median of $59,973 and average of $74,392 across Regional WA. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, updated estimates point to roughly $51,519 for the median and $68,040 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Geographe all rank between the 22nd and 24th percentiles nationwide. The income distribution shows that the largest group, representing 27.4% of residents (1,088 people), falls into the $1,500 - bracket, reflecting the broader metropolitan trend where are in this category. Affordability pressures are high, with only of income left over, placing the area in the st percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Geographe at the time of the last Census consisted of 91.8% detached houses and 8.1% alternative options (such as apartments, semi-detached, and other structures), compared to 88.5% houses and 11.6% other options in Regional WA. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Geographe was significantly higher than the Regional WA level, reaching 40.1%, while the remaining properties were either under a mortgage (30.1%) or occupied by tenants (29.8%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,733, which sits well above the Regional WA average of $1,560, and the median weekly rent stood at $360 compared to the Regional WA average of $265. On a national scale, mortgage payments in the suburb of Geographe are below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 72.0%, which includes 21.3% couples raising children, 37.6% couples without children, and 11.5% single parents. The remaining 28.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households accounting for 25.5% and shared households representing 3.0%. The typical household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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The locality face some educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (17.6%) falling far short of the national average of 30.4%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 12.8%, with graduate diplomas at 2.5% and postgraduate degrees at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (30.1%).

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Public transit analysis shows 25 active transport stops in the suburb of Geographe, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 separate routes, which provide a total of 21 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 266 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is mainly a residential area, most workers travel outside the suburb, and cars remain the preferred option at 92%. Dwellings have an average of 1.5 vehicles. A small proportion of 7.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.

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Health indicators show generally favorable metrics for those living in the suburb of Geographe, with Districts' evaluation of mortality data and medical statuses showing results that align with national averages, displaying standard levels of common illnesses across both young and senior age brackets, while private health insurance coverage is modest at around 52% of all residents (~2,047 people). This is lower than the 56.4% rate recorded across Regional WA.

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The suburb of Geographe displays lower levels of cultural diversity, with 78.6% of residents born in Australia, 87.4% holding citizenship, and 94.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant faith, followed by 46.9% of the population. The most notable disproportionate representation is found in Islam, which accounts for 1.0% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional WA.

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Having a median age of 49, the suburb of Geographe is notably older than the Regional WA figure of 40 and the national benchmark of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 14.9% compared to Regional WA, while the 5 - 14 group is less common at 9.8%. The proportion of people aged 65 - 74 is significantly above the national average of 9.4%. Data collected after the 2021 Census indicates that the 35 to 44 age cohort grew from 9.9% to 11.3% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 11.4% to 9.8%, and the 55 to group fell from to . By the suburb of Geographe is projected to experience major shifts in its demographic makeup, led by the to age group which is expected to rise by ( people) to reach from while the + and to groups are expected to contract.

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Geographe currently has an estimated 182 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 123 children aged 0-2 and 82 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 40% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 34% by 2041 (to approximately 243 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 358. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.6 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.