Lesmurdie (WA)

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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region alongside address validation by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Lesmurdie has a population of approximately 8,821 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 408 people (4.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 8,413 people. This trend is calculated from the resident population of 8,813, which Districts estimated using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 7 verified new addresses since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 638 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and potential capacity for future growth. The area's expansion was mostly supported by arrivals from abroad, which accounted for roughly 87.0% of recent population gains.

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The suburb of Lesmurdie possesses a qualified labor pool, particularly within key service sectors, showing an unemployment rate of only 2.0% and an estimated annual job growth of 1.6% based on aggregated local data. As of March 2026, there are 4,674 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.2% below the Greater Perth mark of 4.2%. However, labor force participation is lower at 65.1% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census records indicate that a minor share of 9.8% of workers worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by past pandemic restrictions.

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Based on the latest ATO tax data for postcode zones from the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Lesmurdie recorded a median income of $56,239 and an average income of $78,768. This is significantly above the national benchmark, compared to a median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Incorporating a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since the financial year 2023, current income levels are estimated at roughly $62,386 for the median and $87,377 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, weekly household income is at the 71st percentile ($2,083 weekly) and individual income is at the 50th percentile. The largest weekly bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, which accounts for of earners ( residents), mirroring the wider regional benchmark of in this range. A high proportion of residents earn over /week (), which highlights significant economic strength in the community. After factoring in housing expenses, residents retain of their earnings, suggesting substantial discretionary funds, and the suburb ranks in the th decile for SEIFA income.

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According to the latest Census, the housing inventory in the suburb of Lesmurdie consisted of 95.8% standalone houses and 4.2% other housing formats like townhouses and apartments, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Perth. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Lesmurdie were substantially higher than the Perth metro average, with 43.4% of households owning their homes outright, while the remaining properties were held with a mortgage (46.6%) or rented (9.9%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $2,100, which is higher than the Perth metropolitan median of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent was $350, matching the metropolitan figure of $350. Nationally, mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rent values fall below the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.3%, comprising couples with children at 40.3%, couples without children at 30.4%, and single parents at 9.1%. The remaining 19.7% are non-family households, which includes single occupants at 18.6% and group living situations at 1.0%. The median household size stands at 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The academic profile of the suburb of Lesmurdie is strong relative to the wider region, with 28.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, exceeding the SA3 average of 22.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.4%, with postgraduate degrees at 4.6% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational qualifications are also common, with 38.1% of residents aged 15+ having trade or technical qualifications, which includes advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (25.7%).

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Public transit data shows 74 active transit stops within the suburb of Lesmurdie, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 7 distinct routes, which provide a combined total of 541 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 321 meters from their closest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the dominant mode of travel at 90%. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.0 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 9.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health indicators in the suburb of Lesmurdie are favorable, based on mortality data and chronic illness rates, with common conditions showing low frequency in the general community and matching national averages among older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 58% of all residents (5,157 people) holding a policy.

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The suburb of Lesmurdie shows above average cultural diversity, with 7.1% of residents speaking a language other than English in their homes and 27.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.5% of the local population, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 44, the suburb of Lesmurdie is older than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 cohort represents 8.9% of the population, which is a strong concentration compared to Greater Perth, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 7.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group increased from 13.2% to 14.8%, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 7.6% to 8.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 14.6% to 13.1%, and the 65 to group fell from to . Future demographic modeling suggests the age profile of the suburb of Lesmurdie will shift by . The + cohort is projected to expand by ( people), rising from to . This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged + accounting for of total projected population growth. In contrast, the to and to cohorts are projected to experience declines.

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Lesmurdie currently has an estimated 370 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 215 children aged 0-2 and 142 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 3% by 2041 (to approximately 360 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 924. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.6 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.