Golden Bay (WA)

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According to investigations of ABS demographics releases for the surrounding region, combined with fresh locations confirmed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Golden Bay has an estimated residency of approximately 8,069 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 2,388 individuals (42.0%) from the 2021 Census, which registered a headcount of 5,681 individuals. The shift is calculated from a local residency of 8,035, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) plus another 328 validated new addresses since the Census date. This size of community translates to a density of 1,829 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical level observed across Australian communities analyzed by Districts. The suburb of Golden Bay's 42.0% expansion rate relative to the 2021 census was higher than the national standard (9.3%) as well as the state figure, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Expansion was mostly fueled by relocations from other states, which accounted for roughly of total demographic gains in recent times, though all indicators, including incoming overseas arrivals and natural expansion, registered positive trends.

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Golden Bay presents a diverse labor pool that includes both white and blue collar positions, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.2%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.6% over the previous year, according to Districts data aggregation. As of March 2026, 4,630 residents are employed, matching Greater Perth's unemployment rate of 4.2%, while workforce participation exceeds the regional average at 77.7% versus 70.2%. Census data indicates that only 6.7% of residents worked from home, though this figure should be viewed in the context of Covid-19 lockdown effects.

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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics published by Districts for financial year 2023, the suburb of Golden Bay has a median taxpayer income of $60,590, with an average of $75,404. This sits considerably above the national median, comparing to a median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest levels of approximately $67,212 (median) and $83,646 (average) as of March 2026. Census records indicate that household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Golden Bay reside around the 62nd percentile across Australia. Income profiling shows the primary group comprises 38.8% of residents (3,130 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring regional patterns where fall into this bracket. Heavy housing expenses absorb of earnings, yet healthy pay levels keep disposable funds at the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income decile places it in the th decile.

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Residential configurations in the suburb of Golden Bay, measured at the most recent Census, consisted of 98.0% standalone houses and 2.0% other housing formats (duplexes, units, or alternative options), compared to 77.8% standalone houses and 22.1% alternative formats in metropolitan Perth. At the same time, owner-occupancy levels in the suburb of Golden Bay lagged behind the Perth metropolitan average, standing at 15.1%, with the rest of the housing stock held under mortgage (59.3%) or rented (25.6%). The typical monthly mortgage cost in the suburb was lower than the Perth metropolitan average at $1,777, whereas the typical weekly rental cost stood at $350, compared to Perth metropolitan levels of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, the suburb of Golden Bay's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are below the national median of $375.

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Families represent the vast majority of local living arrangements at 76.8% of households, comprising 36.6% couples with offspring, 21.1% couples without children, and 17.9% single parents. Non-family living situations make up the remaining 23.2%, with single-person households at 20.4% and group homes accounting for 2.7% of the total. The typical household size of 2.8 occupants exceeds the Greater Perth metropolitan average of 2.6.

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The community presents lower rates of higher education, with university graduation rates (14.7%) sitting far below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a gap as well as an opening for focused education programs. Bachelor degrees represent the main qualification at 11.1%, with graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate degrees at 1.7%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 48.8% of occupants aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (37.7%).

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Analysis of transit options indicates 14 active stops are running in the suburb of Golden Bay, consisting of bus services. These points of access are connected by 1 separate routes, which combine to support 415 passenger journeys each week. Connectivity is classified as good, with locals generally situated 298 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential community, the majority of workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 84%, and trains used by 8%. Household car ownership averages 1.6 vehicles per home. A small proportion of 6.7% of workers perform their duties from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by COVID-19 health measures).

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Medical statistics point to favorable wellness outcomes for local residents, with Districts' investigation of mortality rates and medical diagnoses pointing to results that align with national averages, showing standard rates of common illnesses across both young and senior demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is high at around 57% of the community (~4,610 people).

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The suburb of Golden Bay aligns closely with regional averages for cultural variety, with citizens making up 84.9% of the population, 73.2% born locally in Australia, and 93.8% using only English at home. The predominant faith is Christianity, which is adhered to by 38.6% of residents in the suburb of Golden Bay. The most pronounced disproportion, however, is observed in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 30 years, the suburb of Golden Bay has a demographic profile that is noticeably younger than the Greater Perth benchmark of 37 and sits well below the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Perth, the suburb of Golden Bay has a larger proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 (16.6%) but a smaller share of people aged 65 - 74 (5.5%). Statistics gathered after the 2021 Census indicate that the 55 to 64 age bracket has risen from 8.3% to 10.5% of the population, while the 15 to 24 cohort grew from 15.4% to 16.6%. Meanwhile, the cohort aged 5 to 14 dropped from to , and the to group declined from to . Demographic projections suggest the age distribution in the suburb of Golden Bay will shift significantly by . The to age group is expected to grow substantially, rising by individuals () from to . In contrast, population drops are anticipated for the cohorts aged to and to .

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Golden Bay currently has an estimated 564 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 283 children aged 0-2 and 188 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 20% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 609 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,072. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.0 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.