Northbridge (WA)

Detail

According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and fresh residential addresses verified by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Northbridge (WA) has an estimated residency of 1,822 individuals in May 2026. This represents a growth of 402 residents (28.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 1,420 people. This shift is calculated from the local population of 1,822, determined by Districts after assessing the June 2025 ABS ERP publication alongside 1 newly validated addresses post-Census. Such occupancy levels represent a density of 4,048 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% of countrywide locations analyzed by Districts, pointing to local real estate being a highly coveted asset. The 28.3% expansion recorded in the suburb of Northbridge (WA) since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark (9.3%) as well as the state metric, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population gains. This expansion was predominantly fueled by arriving overseas migrants, who accounted for roughly of the aggregate population growth in recent times.

Detail

Northbridge features a highly qualified labor force, marked by high concentrations of professional services workers, an unemployment rate of 9.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.9% over the preceding year, according to Districts compilation of regional statistics. In March 2026, 1,365 local residents were employed, while the jobless rate stood at 5.3% above the 4.2% rate in Greater Perth, indicating potential for labor market improvements, and labor force participation is exceptionally high at 86.9% relative to 70.2% in Greater Perth. According to Census reports, a minimal 6.9% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of COVID-19 restriction periods should be taken into account.

Detail

Based on Districts' consolidation of the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Northbridge recorded a median income of $52,340 and an average income of $75,914. These figures are elevated on a national scale, and compare to median and average benchmarks of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index appreciation of 10.93% since financial year 2023, contemporary valuations are estimated to be approximately $58,061 for the median and $84,211 for the average in March 2026. Census statistics show that personal compensation sits high at the 82nd percentile nationally ($1,049 weekly), whereas aggregate household income places lower at the 56th percentile. Income spread records show that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 37.7% of the local population (representing residents), matching regional patterns where fall into this bracket. Elevated housing expenses absorb of earnings, yet healthy pay scales still position net disposable income at the nd percentile, with the suburb's SEIFA income score landing in the th decile.

Detail

Residential architecture in Northbridge, as recorded in the latest Census, was composed of 3.0% detached houses and 97.0% alternative dwellings including townhouses, units, and other structures, differing from the metropolitan Perth split of 77.8% detached houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Furthermore, the level of home ownership in Northbridge tracked behind the Perth metropolitan benchmark at 9.4%, with the remaining properties being under a mortgage (21.4%) or occupied by tenants (69.2%). The median monthly home loan payment in the area was significantly lower than the Perth metropolitan median at $1,690, whereas the median weekly rental payment was documented at $400, compared to metropolitan Perth levels of $1,907 and $350. Across the nation, Northbridge home loan payments sit below the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental prices track above the national benchmark of $375.

Detail

Family units constitute the minority of local households at 45.5%, which includes 8.3% couples raising children, 32.4% couples without children, and 4.2% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the other 54.5% of households, with lone person households representing 38.8% and group living situations representing 14.6% of the total. The median household occupancy of 1.9 individuals is smaller than the Greater Perth benchmark of 2.6.

Detail

Academic achievement in Northbridge is substantially higher than regional standards, with 50.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 27.9% across WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth. This pronounced educational lead positions the suburb advantageously for professional and knowledge-based careers. Undergraduate degrees represent the largest share at 35.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational and practical skills are also well represented, with 29.6% of residents aged 15+ possessing technical certifications, which include advanced diplomas (13.6%) and certificates (16.0%).

Detail

Public transport checks show 10 operational transit stops in Northbridge, which are serviced by a combination of buses. These stops accommodate 6 distinct routes, which together provide 1,655 passenger connections weekly. Transport access is classified as outstanding, with residents living a median distance of 105 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the area's residential nature, the majority of working residents travel out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the leading transport method at 41%, followed by walking at 27% and bus travel at 14%. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.3 per home, which is below the metropolitan standard. A comparatively small 6.9% of local workers work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect the influence of pandemic conditions.

Detail

Evaluations of local medical data indicate strong physical well-being throughout Northbridge, drawing from Districts' analysis of mortality levels and long-term health issues, which shows an extremely low presence of common illnesses across all age cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very high, representing approximately 57% of the population (~1,044 people).

Detail

Northbridge stands as one of the country's most multicultural suburbs, with 45.8% of residents speaking a language other than English in their homes and 62.7% born outside of Australia. The leading religious affiliation in Northbridge is Christianity, representing 27.8% of the community. However, the most pronounced difference relative to regional averages is in Buddhism, which accounts for 7.6% of local residents, compared to 2.7% throughout Greater Perth.

Detail

With a median age of 32 years, Northbridge is notably younger than the Greater Perth median of 37 and also significantly below the national median of 38 years. Compared to the wider Perth metro area, Northbridge has a greater proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (40.3%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (1.5%). The high concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket is substantially above the national benchmark of 14.6%. Data collected after the 2021 Census reveals the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 19.5% to 21.5% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 0.9% to . On the other hand, the to group contracted from to and the to cohort fell from to . Demographic projections suggest the age distribution of the suburb of Northbridge (WA) will shift considerably by . The to group is projected to see the largest growth at , adding individuals to reach . Meanwhile, the to cohort is expected to experience very minor change at , adding no new residents.

Detail

Northbridge currently has an estimated 51 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 26 children aged 0-2 and 18 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 21% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 57 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 32. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 6.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.