Landsdale (WA)

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Based on demographic evaluations of ABS reports for the broader region and new physical addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Landsdale has an estimated population of 17,928 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 2,527 people (16.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 15,401 people. The figure is derived from a resident headcount of 17,895 estimated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release, combined with an additional 220 validated new addresses added after the Census. This population level represents a density of 2,679 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Landsdale in the highest quartile among national areas evaluated by Districts. The suburb of Landsdale's 16.4% expansion rate since the 2021 census was quicker than the national trend (9.3%) and the local SA4 territory, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This population rise was driven mostly by natural increase, which made up roughly of the overall gains in recent times, though overseas and interstate migration also remained positive.

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Landsdale boasts a highly skilled labor force with strong presence in manufacturing and industrial fields, where the unemployment rate stands at 3.1% and projected job growth over the previous year reaches 3.3% according to Districts compiled statistics. By March 2026, the local population employed amounts to 10,717 individuals, marking an unemployment rate that sits 1.1% lower than Greater Perth's 4.2%, while workforce engagement exceeds the norm at 80.8% versus Greater Perth's 70.2%. Census data reveals that only 7.1% of locals engage in remote work, though one should account for lingering effects from Covid-19 lockdown periods.

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Taxpayer income records from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by Districts, show a median income of $64,528 and an average income of $78,188. These figures are high on a national scale, comparing to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 across Greater Perth. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $71,581 for the median and $86,734 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census highlights that household, family, and individual incomes are positioned high nationally, landing between the 74th and 89th percentiles. The weekly earnings distribution is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which contains 40.5% of residents ( people), mirroring the regional trend where of the population sits in this bracket. Financial strength is also indicated by the of households earning more than weekly, which supports high consumer demand. Housing expenses account for of income, yet high earnings place disposable income at the th percentile, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the th decile.

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The mix of residences at the latest Census consisted of 97.5% standalone houses and 2.5% other housing types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, in contrast to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other residences. Fully owned properties accounted for 19.3% of dwellings, which is lower than the Perth metro average, with mortgaged properties representing 69.3% and rented properties making up 11.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,167, which is higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while median weekly rent was $450 compared to the metropolitan average of $350. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 88.7%, consisting of 57.5% couples with children, 20.8% couples without children, and 9.5% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 11.3%, with single-person households at 10.0% and group housing making up 1.3%. The median household size is 3.3 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The educational profile of the population is strong compared to the wider region, with university degrees held by 27.1% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the SA3 average of 19.7%. This highlights a local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational qualifications are also highly represented, with 34.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (23.2%).

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Public transport services in the area include 74 active bus stops. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,113 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 214 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the area's residential nature, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 86% of commuters, and trains used by 8%. Households own an average of 2.0 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively small proportion of residents (7.1%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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Health indicators show positive outcomes across the population, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic conditions, with low rates of common illnesses among both youth and older residents, and private health coverage is held by approximately 58% of the population, representing about 10,441 people.

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The area is culturally diverse, with 40.9% of residents born outside Australia and 38.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, followed by 45.7% of the population. Hinduism represents a notable local overrepresentation at 9.6% of residents, which is higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.5%.

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With a median age of 33, Landsdale's population is younger than Greater Perth's median of 37 and Australia's national average of 38. Compared to the Greater Perth metropolitan area, Landsdale has a larger proportion of children aged 5 to 14 (16.7%) and a smaller share of seniors aged 75 to 84 (2.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 4.7% to 6.0%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 14.7% to 12.0%, and the cohort aged 0 to 4 dropped from 8.6% to 6.8%. Projections for the year point to shifts in the local age structure, with the to cohort expected to grow by , adding people to reach a total of . Conversely, the to age bracket is projected to shrink by residents.

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Landsdale currently has an estimated 1,219 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 733 children aged 0-2 and 489 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 8% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 1,257 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,391. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.