Nickol (WA)

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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with recent residential details verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Nickol has an estimated population of 5,537 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 599 residents (12.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,938 individuals. The figures are derived from the 5,537 resident estimate calculated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an additional 9 validated new addresses registered post-Census. With these numbers, the suburb of Nickol has a density of 1,864 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the standard ratio of nationwide areas analyzed by Districts. The 12.1% expansion rate of the suburb of Nickol since the 2021 census was higher than both the nationwide baseline (9.3%) and the Rest of WA, placing it among regional growth leaders. Natural increases accounted for the bulk of these gains, generating approximately 64.0% of the overall population rise over recent periods.

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Nickol has a highly capable workforce, with a solid representation of industrial and manufacturing employees, an unemployment level of just 2.4%, and an annual job growth rate estimated at 2.3% using statistical area indicators aggregated by Districts. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,103, and the joblessness rate sat 1.1% lower than the 3.5% reported across Regional WA. Workforce engagement is elevated, with a participation rate of 79.5% compared to 65.6% for Regional WA. Census responses indicate that a small portion of the workforce, 4.1%, worked from home, though this data is subject to the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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Nickol taxpayers recorded a median income of $91,909 and an average income of $108,249, based on postcode ATO statistics processed by Districts for the 2023 financial year. This places the area within the highest brackets nationally, well above the Regional WA median of $59,973 and average of $74,392. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% recorded since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $101,955 for the median and $120,081 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, local household, family, and individual incomes are positioned at the 99th and 99th percentiles nationwide. The weekly household income bracket of $4000+ is the most common, accounting for 46.6% of households (2,580 people), whereas the broader region is characterized by a concentration in the - range. This high proportion of top-tier earners ( receiving over weekly) points to strong financial capacity in the community. After meeting mortgage or rent costs, residents keep of their earnings, indicating substantial discretionary spending, and the suburb ranks in the th decile for the SEIFA income index.

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Housing profiles in Nickol at the time of the Census showed that standalone houses made up 90.4% of properties, while alternative structures like townhouses, flats, and other dwellings comprised 9.6%. This compares to 88.5% houses and 11.6% other properties in Regional WA. Home ownership levels were low relative to the region, sitting at 4.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgaged residents (20.8%) or renters (75.1%). Typical monthly mortgage payments were high at $2,021 compared to the Regional WA average of $1,560, while typical weekly rent was $240 compared to $265 in Regional WA. In a national context, mortgage costs exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs are much lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of local households at 83.3%, which includes couples with children at 50.7%, childless couples at 24.3%, and single parents at 6.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 16.7%, consisting of single-person households at 15.3% and shared houses at 2.0%. The typical household contains 3.1 residents, which is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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Educational levels in the area are high compared to regional patterns, with university degrees held by 24.1% of residents aged 15 and over, compared to a Rest of WA average of 17.6%. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university credential at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate study at 4.4% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical qualifications are also prevalent, with 48.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (37.1%).

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Analysis of transit options shows 2 public transport stops operating in the area, offering bus services. These stops are connected to 2 distinct routes that provide a combined total of 20 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 587 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private cars are the primary transit method at 92%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 2.0 per household, exceeding the regional average. A small proportion of residents, 4.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Medical indicators point to generally positive outcomes for local residents. Districts analysis of mortality statistics and chronic illnesses shows results that align with national averages, though minor conditions are slightly more common across younger and older demographics. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at approximately 70% of the population (3,885 people), which exceeds the 56.4% recorded across Regional WA and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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The area displays higher than average levels of cultural diversity, with 21.7% of residents born outside Australia and 13.4% speaking a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 35.3% of the community. The most distinct variance from regional norms is in Judaism, which is followed by 0.1% of local residents compared to none across Regional WA.

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The median age of 31 years makes the local population younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional WA, there is a high concentration of residents aged 35 to 44 (21.1%) and a low representation of those aged 65 to 74 (1.8%). The concentration of 35 to 44 year-olds sits above the national figure of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, this 35 to 44 bracket rose from 19.9% to 21.1% of the population, while the cohort aged 5 to 14 dropped from 19.7% to 17.7%. Demographic projections for indicate shifts, with the to age bracket growing by (adding residents to total ), while the cohorts aged to and to are projected to shrink.

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Nickol currently has an estimated 559 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 285 children aged 0-2 and 189 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 18% by 2041 (to approximately 658 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 700. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.9 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.