Manning (WA)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Manning has an estimated population of 5,201 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 982 people (23.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,219 people. The adjustment is calculated from a resident population of 5,174, which was estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and an additional 37 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This population size represents a density ratio of 3,006 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Manning in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by Districts. The 23.3% growth rate recorded in the suburb of Manning since the 2021 census was higher than the national figure (9.3%) and the broader SA3 area, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion in the suburb of Manning was primarily fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population increases in recent times.

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Manning features a workforce with high levels of education, strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 3.0%, and a yearly jobs growth rate estimated at 3.9% based on Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 2,885 working residents, representing an unemployment rate 1.2% lower than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%, while labor force participation is slightly below average (67.8% relative to 70.2% in Greater Perth). Census records indicate that a modest 11.6% of residents worked from their homes, although this may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.

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According to latest ATO data compiled by Districts for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Manning earn exceptionally high incomes relative to the rest of the nation. The median taxpayer income is $61,712, while the average income is $87,868, compared to Greater Perth values of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 are approximately $68,457 for the median and $97,472 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Manning all fell within the 72nd to 78th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket consists of 25.3% of taxpayers (1,315 residents) earning $1,500 - weekly, which aligns with regional patterns where fall into this category. High-income earners are prominent, with of residents earning more than weekly, highlighting strong local purchasing power. Residents spend of their income on housing, and their high earnings place them in the th percentile for disposable income, with the area ranking in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Manning consisted of 88.1% separate houses and 11.8% alternative housing types like townhouses and apartments, compared to the Perth metropolitan breakdown of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in Manning was higher than the metropolitan average at 30.9%, with the remaining properties being held with a mortgage (37.2%) or occupied by renters (31.9%). The median mortgage repayment of $2,400 monthly was significantly higher than the Perth metropolitan median of $1,907, while the median weekly rent stood at $340, compared to the metropolitan median of $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Manning are well above the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 73.0%, consisting of couples with children (35.3%), couples without children (24.6%), and single parents (10.8%). Non-family households represent the remaining 27.0%, with lone occupants accounting for 23.1% and group households representing 4.1% of the total. The median size of a household is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Perth.

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Educational attainment levels in Manning are significantly higher than regional averages, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 27.9% across WA and 29.9% in the SA4 region. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 28.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.2%) and graduate diplomas (4.9%). Vocational training is held by 24.6% of residents aged 15+, which includes advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificate-level qualifications (14.7%).

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Public transport studies show 28 active transport stops in Manning, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which combine to support 1,515 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 144 meters from their nearest stop. Because Manning is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with cars being the main transport mode at 78%, followed by trains at 8% and buses at 8%. Dwellings have an average of 1.5 vehicles. A relatively low 11.6% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.

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Based on Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, Manning experiences above-average health outcomes, with a low prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older demographics, and private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high at roughly 62% of the population (3,228 people). This compares to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

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Manning displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 19.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 31.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 48.5% of the population. However, the most distinct religious deviation is in Islam, which accounts for 4.8% of residents compared to 3.2% across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 37, Manning is identical to the Greater Perth median of 37 and close to the Australian median of 38 years. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 16.3% compared to Greater Perth, while the 5 - 14 demographic is less common at 10.8%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 13.7% to 16.3% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group rose from 11.5% to 13.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.5% to 10.8%, and the 45 to group fell from to . Looking forward to projections indicate significant changes in the age distribution of Manning. The to cohort will increase by ( people), rising from to . The trend toward an older population is clear, with individuals aged and over accounting for of all projected growth, while the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease in size.

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Manning currently has an estimated 239 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 110 children aged 0-2 and 73 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 244 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 393. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.9 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.