High Wycombe (WA)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh street addresses verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of High Wycombe has an estimated residency of approximately 13,997 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 1,799 individuals (14.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 12,198 individuals. This variation is derived from a resident headcount of 13,870, calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside 104 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Such a population size translates to a density of 1,336 persons per square kilometer, a figure that surpasses the typical density across national sectors analyzed by Districts. The 14.7% expansion recorded in the suburb of High Wycombe since the 2021 census outstripped the nationwide average (9.3%), positioning it as a local leader in growth. Expansion in this location was mostly fueled by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly of the total population gains in recent times.

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High Wycombe possesses a balanced mix of professional and industrial workers, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 4.2%, and 1.2% in estimated job growth over the past year, according to Districts compilations of local statistical data. As of March 2026, 7,501 residents are employed, which aligns with the Greater Perth unemployment rate of 4.2%, and the labour participation rate is very close to the Greater Perth figure of 70.2%. Census details show that a minor 5.7% of employed residents worked from home, although this should be viewed in light of COVID-19 restriction impacts.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of High Wycombe exceed the national median, with the median recorded at $59,281 and the average at $71,745. This compares to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $65,760 for the median and $79,587 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and personal incomes in High Wycombe around the 53rd percentile nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest, containing 35.7% of residents (4,996 people), which aligns with the regional proportion of in that same bracket. High housing costs take up of income, though solid earnings keep disposable income at the st percentile.

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The mix of housing in High Wycombe at the most recent Census was composed of 96.3% separate houses and 3.7% alternative housing options, such as semi-detached properties, units, or other formats, compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in High Wycombe matched the metropolitan level of 30.2%, while the remaining homes were being purchased with a mortgage (47.3%) or occupied by renters (22.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was below the Perth metro average of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent of $380 sat above the metro benchmark of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in High Wycombe are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 72.5%, which consists of couples with children at 30.2%, couples without children at 26.8%, and single-parent households at 14.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.5%, with single-person households representing 24.7% and group households at 2.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The region presents educational challenges, as the portion of residents with a university qualification (14.0%) falls well short of the national average of 30.4%. This situation presents a challenge as well as a target for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 41.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (31.7%).

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Public transport options include 80 active stops within High Wycombe, consisting of both trains and buses. These stops accommodate 27 different routes, providing 2,922 weekly passenger journeys. Transport links are rated as good, with residents living an average of 277 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers travel outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary option for 88% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A low 5.7% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 guidelines.

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High Wycombe experiences notable health issues, based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic disease trends, with common illnesses present across age brackets, and the share of the population with private health insurance is high at roughly 56% of the population (~7,793 people). This is compared to a rate of 59.0% across Greater Perth.

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High Wycombe exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 9.5% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 25.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.1% of residents in High Wycombe. However, the most notable religious concentration is Judaism, which represents 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of 38 years in High Wycombe is comparable to the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to the Perth metropolitan area, High Wycombe has a higher proportion of residents in the 55 - 64 age bracket (12.2%) but a lower share of 25 - 34 year-olds (13.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.6% to 6.9%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.7% to 11.6%. Significant changes in age distribution are expected by 2041. The 75 to 84 age group will lead this shift, growing by 50% ( people) to reach from . This aging trend is clear, with residents aged and older accounting for of the projected growth. Conversely, population drops are expected in the to and to age cohorts.

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High Wycombe currently has an estimated 769 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 456 children aged 0-2 and 305 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 8% by 2041 (to approximately 706 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,353. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.5 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.