Jolimont (WA)

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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Jolimont has a population calculated at 1,707 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 228 people (15.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 1,479 people were recorded. This variance is calculated from a resident population of 1,672, estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 110 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size equates to a density of 2,276 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds typical national averages checked by Districts. The 15.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Jolimont since the 2021 census outperformed the national figure of 9.3%, positioning it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver, accounting for roughly 83.0% of the total population gains recently, though all factors including interstate migration and natural growth made positive contributions.

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The suburb of Jolimont contains a highly qualified labor force with a notable concentration of professional services, an unemployment rate of 4.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.6% over the previous year, according to Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026810 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is comparable to the 4.2% recorded across Greater Perth, while labor participation is much lower (55.8% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth). Based on Census records, a low proportion of 11.8% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics released by Districts for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Jolimont have a median income of $53,147 and an average income of $85,500. This ranks among the top tiers in the country, comparing to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $58,956 for the median and $94,845 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show personal earnings at the 67th percentile ($900 weekly), while household earnings are at the 23rd percentile. The weekly income range of $400 - 799 is the most common, accounting for 24.1% of the population (411 people), whereas regional trends show of people falling into the - range. The suburb of Jolimont shows diverse income levels, with of individuals earning below weekly and earning more than creating a varied socioeconomic environment. Housing costs present major challenges, with just of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area at the nd percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the locality in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Jolimont, as recorded during the latest Census, consisted of 27.4% detached houses and 72.6% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative housing), compared to the Perth metro distribution of 77.8% detached houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Jolimont stood at 36.0%, which is well above the Perth metro rate, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (22.0%) or rented (41.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,178 was significantly higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent was $300, compared to $350 in Perth metro. On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Jolimont are considerably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents are notably lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families represent 48.4% of all households, consisting of 13.4% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 4.2% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 51.6%, with single-person households representing 48.9% and group households making up 2.8% of the total. The median household occupancy of 1.8 people is below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Educational qualification rates in the suburb of Jolimont are significantly higher than broader measures, with 47.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 27.9% across WA and 30.1% across Greater Perth. This educational profile positions the locality well for knowledge-intensive career paths. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 29.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.2% and graduate diplomas at 4.9%. Vocational qualifications represent 24.7% of the credentials among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 12.5%.

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Public transit assessment indicates 11 operational stops within the suburb of Jolimont, consisting of various bus options. These stops are serviced by 4 separate routes, which support 660 passenger journeys every week. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents situated an average of 144 meters from the nearest boarding point. As a residential community, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, with private cars remaining the primary option at 66%, followed by 14% using trains and 10% utilizing buses. Car ownership stands at an average of 0.8 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low percentage of 11.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions of the time.

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The suburb of Jolimont exhibits positive health profiles based on Districts assessments of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with the occurrence of common medical conditions being low overall and closer to national averages among older, high-risk groups. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the population (1,043 people). This compares to 59.0% for Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Jolimont exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 16.9% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 32.8% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.8% of residents in the suburb of Jolimont. However, the most pronounced religious deviation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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Having a median age of 52, the suburb of Jolimont is older than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national benchmark of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 16.7% compared to Greater Perth, while the 5 - 14 demographic is less common at 7.1%. This concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is well above the national rate of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 9.2% to 10.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 15.5% to 16.7%. Meanwhile, the 45 to cohort fell from to . By the suburb of Jolimont is projected to experience major shifts in age distribution. The + bracket is expected to grow by ( people), growing to from . This aging trend is clear, with those aged + making up of the total projected growth. Conversely, contractions are expected in the to and to demographics.

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Jolimont currently has an estimated 40 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 38 children aged 0-2 and 25 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 5% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 40 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 136. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.