Gooseberry Hill (WA)

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Determined from an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly verified addresses from Districts since the Census, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill has an estimated population of approximately 3,473 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 150 people (4.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the count was 3,323 people. This trend is derived from a resident population figure of 3,471, projected by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release combined with an extra 4 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 417 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living and room for expansion. Overseas migration was the primary driver of growth in the area, accounting for roughly 73.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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The suburb of Gooseberry Hill features a highly educated labor force with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.8%, and job growth estimated at 1.9% over the past year based on compiled statistical area data from Districts. In March 2026, there are 1,894 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.4% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, while labor force participation is slightly lower than the benchmark (66.0% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth). Census records indicate that a moderate 14.9% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill records an exceptionally high income level relative to national benchmarks. Taxpayers in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill have a median income of $63,555 and an average income of $85,356, compared to Greater Perth averages of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $70,502 for the median and $94,685 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and personal incomes placing around the 73rd percentile nationally. The largest income bracket contains 23.9% of residents (830 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider statistical area where this same group accounts for . A high proportion of top earners, with receiving over weekly, points to strong financial capacity in the community. Residents retain of their earnings after housing costs, showing substantial purchasing power, and the area is positioned in the th decile for the SEIFA index of relative advantage and disadvantage.

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At the time of the latest Census, residential properties in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill consisted of 96.8% houses and 3.2% other housing types (including apartments, semi-detached, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill stood at 52.3%, substantially higher than the Perth metro average, while the remaining homes were either being purchased with a mortgage (40.6%) or rented (7.1%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $2,253 per month, and the median weekly rent was $400, both exceeding the Perth metro averages of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 80.9%, consisting of couples with children at 35.4%, couples without children at 38.7%, and single parent families at 5.8%. Non-family households represent the remaining 19.1%, which includes lone person households at 18.2% and group households at 1.3%. The median household occupancy is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Perth.

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Residents in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill demonstrate high levels of educational attainment relative to regional benchmarks, with 33.6% of people aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 22.5% in the SA3 region and 27.9% across Western Australia. This educational profile positions the community well for professional roles in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 34.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (14.5%) and certificates (20.2%).

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An analysis of public transport reveals 42 active transit stops in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate a total of 649 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 225 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many residents travel outside the area for work, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 89% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 2.0 per household, exceeding the regional average. Census data from 2021 shows that 14.9% of residents worked from home, which may reflect COVID-19 working conditions.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic conditions, health outcomes in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are excellent, with a very low rate of common health issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 61% of the population (2,121 people), compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Gooseberry Hill displays above-average cultural diversity, with 6.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 33.2% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 51.5% of the population. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is observed in Judaism, which makes up 0.2% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 49, the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is older than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national average of 38. The age structure shows a high concentration of residents in the 65 to 74 year range (13.8%), whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket is relatively small (5.4%) compared to Greater Perth. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85 and over has increased from 2.3% to 4.2%, while the 65 to 74 group has decreased from 15.3% to 13.8%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections point to changes in the age profile, with the 75 to 84 group expected to increase by 53% (representing an increase of people, from to ). The combined age brackets from upwards are expected to account for of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend, while the cohorts for ages to and to are projected to experience population decreases.

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Gooseberry Hill currently has an estimated 114 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 87 children aged 0-2 and 59 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 104 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 330. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.5 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.