Millars Well (WA)

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Based on demographic evaluations from official updates across the wider territory and address validations conducted by Districts after the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Millars Well is projected to be 2,347 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 243 people (11.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 2,104 people. The estimation of 2,347 individuals is calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside one validated new address added after the census date. With this population level, the density stands at 690 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks recorded across other locations monitored by Districts. The suburb of Millars Well outpaced both the national average growth rate (9.3%) and the Rest of WA with its 11.5% expansion, positioning it as a leading growth area in the territory. The primary catalyst for this demographic expansion was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 64.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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The local labor force is highly skilled, with construction workers representing a notable portion of the community. Current figures show an unemployment rate of just 1.6% and a 2.5% expansion in employment over the preceding year, according to aggregated statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,375 residents in active employment, which helps keep the unemployment rate 1.9% below the Regional WA level of 3.5%. Furthermore, labor force participation is exceptionally high at 79.9%, compared to the regional benchmark of 65.6%. Census data indicates that only 1.8% of employed residents worked from home, a figure that may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

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According to aggregated postcode-level taxation data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Millars Well recorded a median income of $86,434 and an average income of $101,801. These figures place the area in the highest nationwide percentile, compared to regional state averages of $59,973 and $74,392 respectively. Factoring in WPI growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current income levels are estimated to be approximately $95,881 for the median and $112,928 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes are all elevated, placing between the 98th and 98th percentiles nationally. The largest income group comprises 39.5% of the local population (927 people) who earn upwards of weekly, whereas the wider region is led by the - bracket at . High-income earners are prominent, with of the community receiving over per week, pointing to strong purchasing capacity. After accounting for housing costs, households retain of their earnings, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the last Census consisted of 71.2% separate houses and 28.8% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, contrasting with the Regional WA profile of 88.5% separate houses and 11.6% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates lag the regional average at 8.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (26.6%) or renters (65.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 is notably higher than the Regional WA average of $1,560, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $383, compared to the regional figure of $265. On a national level, monthly mortgage costs remain below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 76.2%, which is comprised of couples with children at 41.1%, couples without children at 26.5%, and single parent families at 8.4%. The remaining 23.8% consists of non-family households, with lone person households representing 20.9% and group living situations accounting for 2.7%. The median household size stands at 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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The educational attainment of the population is notable within the region, with university graduation rates among residents aged 15 and over reaching 25.9%, which exceeds the Rest of WA average of 17.6% and the SA3 rate of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational training is also highly prevalent, with 43.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 34.4%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Millars Well comprise two active stops that accommodate local bus routes. These stops are served by two separate routes that provide a combined total of 20 passenger trips each week. Transport connection levels are limited, with residents living an average of 713 meters away from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode for 94% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles. A low 1.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 parameters.

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Health indicators show positive trends for the local population, with analyses of mortality and medical diagnoses aligning with national averages. The prevalence of standard medical conditions is low across both young and old cohorts, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the population (1,586 people). This is higher than the 56.4% recorded in Regional WA and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is higher than average, with 25.2% of residents born outside Australia and 16.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 34.8% of the population. The most significant religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 2.6% of residents compared to 1.0% across Regional WA.

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The median age of 31 years makes the local population considerably younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to the wider region, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 (20.8%) but fewer aged 65 to 74 (2.6%). The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is also above the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 19.7% to 21.2% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.1% to 15.9%. Population projections for point to significant changes, with the to age group expected to grow the most at , adding people to reach while declines are forecast for the to and to age groups.

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Millars Well currently has an estimated 222 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 121 children aged 0-2 and 80 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 20% by 2041 (to approximately 267 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 296. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.