Mount Nasura (WA)

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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Mount Nasura has a population estimated at 3,233 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 236 residents (7.9%) relative to the 2,997 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from an Districts estimated resident count of 3,215, which was derived from the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an extra 23 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,158 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks recorded by Districts. The suburb of Mount Nasura's 7.9% post-census expansion rate is within 1.4 percentage points of the 9.3% national benchmark, indicating steady growth dynamics. Interstate migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for roughly 54.0% of the population growth in recent times, though positive trends were also observed across other components like overseas arrivals and natural increase.

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Mount Nasura is home to a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential services, showing a low unemployment rate of 3.7% and a modest 1.2% increase in jobs over the previous year, according to Districts regional aggregations. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 1,732, with an unemployment rate 0.5% below the Greater Perth figure of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is somewhat lower than average, standing at 66.5% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census records indicate that a minor 7.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO at the postcode level shows Mount Nasura had a median income of $45,921 and an average income of $53,882 for the financial year 2023. These figures are lower than national metrics, and sit below the median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 recorded across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the financial year 2023, local incomes are estimated to have reached approximately $50,940 for the median and $59,771 for the average by March 2026. According to the Census, local household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing between the 43rd and 50th percentiles nationally. A share of 33.2% of the population, representing 1,073 residents, receives incomes in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the regional proportion of 32.0%. Once housing costs are met, households retain of their income for other living costs, and the suburb ranks in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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Residential patterns in Mount Nasura at the time of the Census showed that separate houses accounted for 96.5% of the housing stock, while semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings comprised 3.6%. This contrasts with the wider Perth metropolitan area, where houses made up 77.8% and other styles accounted for 22.1%. Outright home ownership in Mount Nasura was high at 38.4%, with mortgaged properties representing 50.2% and rental properties making up 11.5% of households. The typical monthly mortgage payment was $1,733 and median weekly rent was $345, both below the metropolitan averages of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, these figures are also below the Australian median mortgage payment of $1,863 and the weekly rent benchmark of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of local households at 78.2%, which is made up of couples with children at 29.8%, childless couples at 37.0%, and single parent households at 10.6%. The remaining 21.8% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 19.1% and group shared homes accounting for 2.8%. The median size of local households is 2.5 persons, which is slightly lower than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Educational profiles indicate room for improvement, as the proportion of residents with university degrees stands at 19.7%, which is lower than the nationwide average of 30.4%. This highlights potential areas for targeted academic programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational qualifications are widespread, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificate level qualifications at 30.4%.

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Public transport services in Mount Nasura include 12 active passenger stops served by bus routes. These stops accommodate 3 separate routes that provide a combined 349 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is moderate, with residents living an average of 425 meters from their nearest stop. Given the suburb's residential nature, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 89% and trains used by 6% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 cars per home, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively low 7.7% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data which was likely influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators are generally positive for the local population, with Districts evaluations of mortality rates and medical conditions matching national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses remains typical across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 49% of the population, or about 1,571 residents, having cover. This is below the Greater Perth average of 59.0% and the Australian average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity in Mount Nasura is higher than in most comparable local areas, with 10.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 34.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.4% of the population. A notable religious divergence is seen in Islam, which is practiced by 1.1% of residents, lower than the 3.2% recorded across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 44, Mount Nasura is older than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 13.0% compared to Greater Perth, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 10.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85 and over has increased from 1.8% to 3.5%. Over the same period, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.6% to 10.4%, and the 55 to 64 group declined from 15.4% to 14.1%. Projections suggest the age structure will change significantly by 2041. The group aged and over is forecast to grow by (adding people) to reach residents, up from . This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged and older accounting for of all projected growth, while declines are expected in the to and to age brackets.

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Mount Nasura currently has an estimated 164 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 92 children aged 0-2 and 61 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 10% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 168 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 315. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.