Millbridge (WA)

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According to evaluations of demographic updates from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with recent residential addresses confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Millbridge has an estimated residency of approximately 3,134 individuals as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 398 people (14.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 2,736 residents. The estimation is based on a localized resident population of 3,131 calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP statistics alongside 76 newly confirmed residential addresses since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,712 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across locations nationally monitored by Districts. The expansion of 14.5% in the suburb of Millbridge since the 2021 Census tracking outpaced the national rate of 9.3% and regional SA3 metrics, positioning it as a local growth leader. The gains were chiefly powered by domestic arrivals moving from other states, which accounted for roughly of the population increase, though positive contributions were also recorded from international arrivals and natural increase.

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The employment landscape in Millbridge reflects a robust labor pool with significant representation from manufacturing and industrial industries, an unemployment rate of 1.6%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.0% during the previous year according to Districts data aggregation. By March 2026, 1,804 residents held jobs while the local unemployment rate stood at 1.9%, which was 1.6 percentage points lower than the Regional WA average of 3.5%, and workforce participation reached 79.2%, surpassing the regional benchmark of 65.6%. Census data indicate that only 4.2% of residents worked from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns may influence these figures.

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Taxpayer statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 place the earnings of residents in the top tier nationally. Local taxpayers record a median income of $74,127 and an average income of $90,163, compared to Regional WA figures of $59,973 and $74,392. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.93% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $82,229 for median income and $100,018 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes high on a national scale, ranking between the 81st and 89th percentiles. Analysis shows that 41.6% of residents (1,303 individuals) earn weekly wages within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the regional average of in this category. A substantial portion of the population, , earns weekly incomes exceeding indicating affluent households that bolster local business. Housing costs consume of total earnings, and strong resident income levels place the suburb in the th percentile for disposable funds, with a SEIFA income position in the th decile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census was composed of 98.4% detached homes and 1.6% alternative housing styles (such as townhouses, units, and other dwellings), compared to Regional WA proportions of 88.5% and 11.6% respectively. Home ownership rates lagged the wider region, representing 19.4% of households, while the bulk of residences were being purchased with a mortgage (63.6%) or rented (17.0%). Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $1,993, which is considerably higher than the Regional WA median of $1,560, while typical weekly rents were $400 compared to the regional figure of $265. Across the country, local mortgage costs exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are higher than the national median of $375.

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The local household structure is predominantly family-based, accounting for 85.1% of homes. This includes 47.4% couples with children, 29.3% couples without children, and 7.9% single-parent households. Single-person dwellings make up 12.6% of households, and group homes account for 1.7%, with non-family configurations totaling 14.9%. The typical household size of 3.0 individuals is larger than the Regional WA median of 2.5.

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Low rates of university completion present an educational challenge, with 17.3% of residents holding a tertiary degree compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Among tertiary graduates, bachelor degrees are most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational and practical certifications are highly prevalent, with 47.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a non-school qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.8% and certificates at 38.0%.

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Public transport routes in the suburb include 14 operational stops, which are serviced by bus transit. These stops accommodate 2 separate routes, providing a total of 244 passenger trips weekly. Transit access is rated as good, with dwellings averaging a distance of 219 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the vast majority of commuters travel outside the area, with private vehicles serving as the primary transport mode for 94% of residents. Dwellings average 1.8 cars, exceeding regional norms. A minor share of 4.2% work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may have been influenced by pandemic policies.

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Medical indicators reflect positive outcomes for residents, with mortality rates and illness trends matching national patterns. The frequency of standard chronic health conditions is low overall, although rates are elevated among older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 63% of residents (1,974 people) covered, compared to 56.4% across Regional WA and a national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity measures indicate above-average levels, with 21.4% of residents born outside Australia and 12.3% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 40.5% of the local population. However, the most pronounced statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 1.0% of residents compared to 0.7% across Regional WA.

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The median age of 33 years is lower than the Regional WA benchmark of 40 and the Australian benchmark of 38. Compared to the region, there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (19.1%) and a smaller proportion of seniors aged 65 - 74 (5.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 18.2% to 19.1% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 youth bracket decreased from 16.8% to 16.0%. Population models predict significant shifts by 2041, with the 25 to 34 group projected to expand by 37%, adding residents to reach while the to and to cohorts are expected to shrink.

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Millbridge currently has an estimated 319 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 124 children aged 0-2 and 83 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 33% by 2041 (to approximately 425 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 328. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.