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Rest of WA / West Pilbara
$1,000
Median rent / wk
Period ending Jun 2026
+2.6%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Jun 2026
2,424
People
17 Jul 2026
+18.2%
Growth since 2021
Census
18
For sale now
indexed listings
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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2,424
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 2,050 people
4.49 km²
Land area
539.9 /km²
Density
1.5%
Unemployment
2 /yr
Resi approvals
Pegs Creek is an affluent suburb situated 1,246 kilometers north of the Perth CBD in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Based on the latest Districts estimates as of May 2026, the population of the suburb of Pegs Creek is 2,424 residents, which is calculated using annual SA2-level estimated resident population figures and quarterly updated national address files. This represents an 18.2% population increase since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,050 people, translating to a net gain of 374 residents. The local population is characterized by a strong presence of young adults, middle-aged residents, and working-age individuals, with a high concentration of lone person households. The local housing market exhibits a strong semi-detached presence, and the renting population is above average. Despite the recent growth, long-term demographic modeling indicates limited expansion patterns for the suburb overall. The local economy features a very low unemployment rate and high average taxpayer incomes of $94,506, placing the area among the wealthiest in the nation. Located in Karratha, the suburb is set against a backdrop of red earth, ancient rock formations, and turquoise coastal waters. This rich natural environment supports active outdoor pursuits like hiking, fishing, and snorkeling, alongside a cultural heritage tied to the Indigenous Ngarluma people who have occupied the region for over 30,000 years. The local economy and regional development are closely linked to major resource-based industries, particularly iron ore extraction.
Estimated residents are up from 2,050 at the 2021 Census — a change of 374 people, or 18.2%.
Districts View
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 179 residents by 2041 — growth of 7.4% on the current estimated population.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 5.4% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Limited public transport access
Pegs Creek ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for transport & access (score 2/10).
Car-dependent locations can appeal to a narrower tenant pool and are more exposed to fuel and commuting costs.
Below-average amenity provision
Pegs Creek ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for amenities (score 0.9/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Lower education outcomes
Pegs Creek ranks in the 30th percentile nationally for education (score 3/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Pegs Creek. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Residential development activity is lower than average in Pegs Creek according to Districts' national comparison of local real estate markets
Detail
Residential building activity in Pegs Creek is very low, averaging 2 dwelling approvals annually, which sums to 12 dwellings over the five-year period. Such modest development rates are typical for rural areas where housing requirements remain limited and construction projects are naturally constrained by local market demand and infrastructure limits. Because approval volumes are so small, individual projects can exert a disproportionate influence on yearly growth figures and relative metrics.
Pegs Creek exhibits far lower development activity than the Rest of WA, with construction rates also sitting below national averages. Furthermore, recent building completions have consisted entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the spacious, rural character of the locality. Interestingly, builders are focusing on traditional houses to a higher degree than the historical housing mix reflects (59.0% at Census), showing that demand for single-family residences remains strong despite density trends. A quiet, low-development environment is highlighted by the ratio of 596 people in the area for every single dwelling approval.
Looking forward, the population of Pegs Creek is projected to increase by 179 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from Districts. If current building trends persist, the supply of new housing may fail to match the population increase, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin stronger price growth.
No development applications were found in Pegs Creek.
0 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 8 | 185,138 | 76 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 25 | 184,871 | 207 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 3/100.0% | 89,436/61.9% | 77/95.5% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/0.0% | 55,043/38.1% | 4/4.5% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 2 | 188,882 | 111 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 12 | 944,410 | 555 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.7 | 6.5 | 2.1 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 1 | 7.2 | 3.5 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 17.6 | 2.8 | 10.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 21.4 | 2.1 | 2.9 |
| Persons per Approval | 595 | 158 | 479 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 752 | 342 | 350 |
| Commercial Development Value | 33 | 105,080,908 | 340,528 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 43 | 100 | 68 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Pegs Creek has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and new developments are critical factors for regional growth. Districts has identified 6 projects that are likely to affect this locality. Key developments include the Perdaman Urea Project - Project Destiny, Madigan at Baynton West, the Karratha Hotel Development, and the Yuri Hydrogen Project, with details of the most relevant initiatives listed below.
Retail
CompletedMixed-use civic, retail and commercial precinct anchored by The Quarter HQ office/retail building, a city square and 46 service worker apartments, delivered as part of the Karratha city centre revitalisation.
Source 1 for The Quarter Karratha (opens in new tab)Source 2 for The Quarter Karratha (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
ConstructionMadigan at Baynton West is a major residential development in Karratha designed to provide affordable living and essential worker housing. The estate is a key component of the Karratha Urea Project's workforce strategy, with developer Perdaman constructing 133 homes to accommodate its permanent operational staff. As of early 2026, over 30 homes have been delivered with another 30 under active construction. The project features climate-responsive design, a 1.38-hectare landscaped public open space, and proximity to Baynton West Primary School.
Source 1 for Madigan at Baynton West (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Madigan at Baynton West (opens in new tab)
Retail
ConstructionKarratha's first dedicated homemaker centre, featuring a 7,600 square meter Bunnings Warehouse and nine large format retail tenancies. As the only Bunnings in the Pilbara region, it services local demand for DIY, hardware, furniture, electrical appliances, and white goods. The project is located adjacent to residential developments and the Gap Ridge Industrial Estate, with the retail trade market in the area expected to reach 249 million AUD by 2026. Construction officially commenced on April 1, 2026.
Source 1 for Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre (opens in new tab)
Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal
PlanningA 160-hectare master-planned community in South Hedland designed to transform underutilized land into a residential hub for over 3,000 residents. The project received a major 75.2 million AUD funding boost in the 2026-27 WA State Budget to deliver the first 121 lots across Stages 1 and 2. It includes enabling infrastructure for water, power, and telecommunications, as well as public open space. The full project has the potential for up to 1,000 lots, including social housing.
Source 1 for Western Edge (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Western Edge (opens in new tab)
Precincts & Urban Renewal
ConstructionComprehensive revitalisation of South Hedland's Town Centre featuring a new main street, vibrant Town Square, public open spaces, road realignment, landscape treatments, underground services, and medium-to-high density mixed-use development opportunities. The project transforms the town centre into a modern hub designed for people, business, and investment. Premium development lots are now available for sale with infrastructure already in place.
Source 1 for South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation (opens in new tab)Source 2 for South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Pegs Creek (WA), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
Apartment · 1 bed · 107m² land
Listed 6 May 2026
Price not recorded
Apartment · 2 bed
Listed 4 June 2026
$829,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 710m² land
Listed 22 Apr 2026
$839,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 707m² land
Listed 7 May 2026
$530,000
House For Sale · 3 bed · 370m² land
Listed 11 May 2026
$679,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 22 May 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 5 bed · 810m² land
Listed 3 June 2026
$858,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 628m² land
Listed 4 June 2026
$609,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 16 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed · 710m² land
Listed 23 June 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 25 June 2026
$695,000
House For Sale · 3 bed
Listed 29 June 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 529m² land
Listed 6 July 2026
$790,000
House · 4 bed · 690m² land
Listed 9 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 710m² land
Listed 13 July 2026
$735,000
House · 4 bed · 705m² land
Listed 14 July 2026
$725,000
House · 3 bed · 706m² land
Listed 11 Aug 2026
$700,000
House · 3 bed · 710m² land
Listed 17 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 30 in 2026 · 131 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Pegs Creek with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegs Creek | — | 2,424 | — | — | — |
| Millars Well | 1.8 km | 2,283 | — | — | — |
| Bulgarra | 2.5 km | 3,334 | — | — | — |
| Nickol | 3.4 km | 5,539 | — | — | — |
| Baynton (WA) | 3.7 km | 4,998 | — | — | — |
| Wickham (WA) | 32.4 km | 2,256 | — | — | — |
| South Hedland | 188.1 km | 12,738 | — | — | — |
| Port Hedland | 191.4 km | 4,234 | — | — | — |
| Tom Price | 238.3 km | 3,456 | — | — | — |
| Exmouth | 310.9 km | 3,349 | — | — | — |
| Newman | 416.7 km | 6,817 | — | — | — |
| Cable Beach | 644.0 km | 6,511 | — | — | — |
| Broome | 644.8 km | 4,516 | — | — | — |
| Djugun | 646.0 km | 3,701 | — | — | — |
| Bilingurr | 646.9 km | 1,745 | — | — | — |
| Derby (WA) | 809.7 km | 4,495 | — | — | — |
| Drummond Cove | 910.4 km | 1,888 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Average taxpayer income of $94,506
Very low unemployment
Above-average renting population
High population growth since Census
Strong semi-detached presence
Notable 35 to 44yo presence
One of the lowest unemployment rates in the country
Strong, high growth employment market, largely hospitality driven
Employment growth over the past year near the strongest in the nation
Population Growth
2.4
Density
4.3
Development Activity
4.3
Employment Drivers
9.9
Infrastructure Drivers
4.4
Education
3.0
Amenities
0.9
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Pegs Creek is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on Districts' assessment of recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Pegs Creek's population is estimated at around 2,424 as of May 2026, according to Districts evaluations of ABS population releases for the wider region and post-Census validated addresses. This indicates a rise of 374 people (18.2%) from the 2021 Census, when the population stood at 2,050 people. The estimation of 2,424 residents is derived by Districts from the ABS June 2025 ERP data release combined with 19 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. This population level yields a density ratio of 539 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per inhabitant and opportunities for future expansion. Pegs Creek's 18.2% expansion rate since the 2021 census outstripped the national benchmark (9.3%) and the Rest of WA, placing the suburb among the regional growth leaders. Population expansion was mostly propelled by natural growth, which accounted for approximately 64.0% of the total population gains in recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis of employment trends sees Pegs Creek performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia
Detail
The suburb of Pegs Creek features a skilled labor force, particularly in the construction sector, with an unemployment rate of just 1.5% and an estimated annual job growth of 5.6% based on aggregated statistical area statistics compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,613, while the unemployment rate sat 2.0% below the Regional WA rate of 3.5%, and the participation rate reached a very high 81.4% compared to Regional WA's 65.6%. Census data indicates that a low 2.3% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are mining, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows a particularly high concentration, employing workers at times the regional average rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is virtually absent with no residents employed in the sector compared to across Regional WA. Comparing the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities within the suburb itself are limited.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive Districts income analysis
Detail
Income levels in the suburb of Pegs Creek rank among the highest nationally, according to ATO statistics aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. Taxpayers in the suburb of Pegs Creek recorded a median income of $80,241 and an average income of $94,506, compared to Regional WA figures of $59,973 and $74,392. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $89,011 for the median and $104,836 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Pegs Creek all placed in the 88th to 97th percentiles across Australia. The data shows that 42.0% of the population (1,018 individuals) earn between $1,500 and weekly, which aligns with the regional trend of in this bracket. A substantial of residents earn more than per week, indicating affluent pockets that support local business activity. Housing costs consume of income, while strong earnings place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Pegs Creek displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Detail
At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Pegs Creek consisted of 59.4% detached houses and 40.6% alternative dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Regional WA recorded 88.5% houses and 11.6% other options. Home ownership rates in Pegs Creek lagged behind the regional average at 7.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (30.0%) or renting (62.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was significantly higher than the Regional WA average of $1,560, and the median weekly rent was $367 compared to the regional figure of $265. Nationally, Pegs Creek mortgage payments sit below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Pegs Creek features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the majority of households at 61.3%, consisting of couples with children at 27.0%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single parent households at 8.4%. The remaining 38.7% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 34.5% and group households making up 4.2%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Regional WA average of 2.5.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Educational outcomes in Pegs Creek fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
Detail
Educational attainment in Pegs Creek lags behind regional measures, as 22.5% of residents aged 15+ hold a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and vocational training. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 16.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational skills are highly represented, with 47.8% of the population aged 15+ holding a trade credential, split between advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (38.6%).
Participation in education is high, with of residents enrolled in study. This group is composed of in primary school, in high school, and attending tertiary institutions.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
1.9km · score 69
Child Care
713m · score 77
GP
1.8km · score 67
Government Services
201km · score 11
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 0 | 171,981 | 22 |
| Routes | 0 | 12,966 | 2 |
| Weekly Trips | 0 | 1,140,068 | 22 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 0 | 235 | 1,024 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 0 | 7,586 | 55,744 |
| Population per Stop | 0 | 161 | 1,497 |
| Population per Trip | 0 | 24.3 | 1,497.1 |
| Population per Route | 0 | 2,136 | 16,468 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 20 | 100 | 12 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.4 | 1.4 | 1.7 |
| Work from Home | 2.3% | 23.9% | 3.0% |
| Single Mode Commute | 96.6% | 73.8% | 95.1% |
| Two Mode | 1.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 87.9% | 84.1% | 78.4% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.3% |
| –Bus | 1.3% | 3.6% | 11.2% |
| –Walk | 7.0% | 3.7% | 5.1% |
| –Cycle | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 2.2% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Pegs Creek's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Health indicators for Pegs Creek are positive, with Districts analysis of mortality rates and medical conditions showing outcomes that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low across both young and old cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is high, encompassing approximately 65% of the population (1,568 people). This compares to 56.4% in Regional WA and a national average of 55.7%.
Asthma and mental health conditions are the most common diagnoses, affecting 6.6% and 5.5% of residents, respectively, while 80.3% of the population reported no medical conditions, compared to 69.3% in Regional WA. The working-age population is healthy, with a low occurrence of chronic illness. Seniors aged and older comprise of the population ( people), which is lower than the average in Regional WA. Health outcomes for this older cohort are strong, ranking higher than the general population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Pegs Creek was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
Pegs Creek shows higher cultural diversity than most regional markets, with 19.0% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 31.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religion, followed by 39.1% of the population. The most significant religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 3.5% of residents compared to 1.0% in Regional WA.
Regarding ancestry and parental birthplaces, the largest groups in Pegs Creek are English at 24.1% of the population (below the regional average of 31.3%), Australian at 22.8% (below the regional average of 28.4%), and Other at . Notable differences also occur in other groups: New Zealanders represent of the population (compared to regionally), Maori represent (compared to regionally), and Filipino residents represent (compared to regionally).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Pegs Creek's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide
Detail
Pegs Creek features a median age of 33 years, which is lower than the Regional WA median of 40 and the Australian average of 38. Compared to the region, Pegs Creek has a larger share of residents aged 25 to 34 (21.5%) and fewer aged 65 to 74 (3.8%). The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is also higher than the national share of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.3% to 13.2%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket increased from 16.8% to 18.3%, while the 5 to cohort decreased from to . Demographic projections suggest the age profile of Pegs Creek will shift by with the to bracket expected to grow the most at , adding people to reach a total of while the to and to age groups are projected to contract.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Pegs Creek was found to possess below average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with constrained supply across both long day care and out of school hours care.
Detail
Pegs Creek currently has an estimated 140 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 125 children aged 0-2 and 82 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 20% by 2041 (to approximately 168 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 307. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 15.8 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.
2.0
Income
9.7
Age
1.4
Household Composition
3.1
Housing
4.9
Cultural Diversity
6.6
Health
5.8
Housing Cost
4.6
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year are utilized by Districts for SA2 areas. For SA2 areas lacking this data, and to model growth beyond 2032, Districts applies age cohort growth rates from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which are based on 2022 data. Looking at future demographic patterns, population growth is anticipated to land just below the national median for non-metropolitan zones, with aggregate SA2 projections indicating the area will expand by 179 persons by 2041, representing a total gain of 7.4% across the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 2,424 | 593,510 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 18.2% | 11.0% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 2,050 | 534,804 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 64.0% | 27.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 36.0% | 54.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 18.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 7.4% | 12.6% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 539 | 0 | 3 |
An analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas by Districts shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, employment grew by 5.6% and the labor force expanded by 5.7%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. This contrast with Regional WA, which saw employment contract by 0.1%, the labor force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future labor demand in Pegs Creek. These projections for five and ten-year horizons have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment profile of Pegs Creek indicates that local employment would grow by 5.4% over five years and 11.7% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population projections.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,613 | 14,651,372 | 20,128 |
| –Mining | 12.9% | 1.9% | 32.7% |
| –Construction | 12.9% | 9.3% | 10.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 9.2% | 9.5% | 5.6% |
| Labour Force | 1,638 | 15,298,546 | 20,494 |
| Participation Rate | 81.4% | 67.2% | 78.8% |
| Working from Home | 2.3% | 23.9% | 3.0% |
| Unemployment | 1.5% | 4.2% | 1.8% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 5.6% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 5.4% | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 99 | 100 | 96 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 89,011 | 63,382 | 107,032 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 104,836 | 81,461 | 117,590 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 80,241 | 57,137 | 96,486 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 94,506 | 73,435 | 106,004 |
| Median Household Income | 2,420 | 1,746 | 3,114 |
| –$0 to 399 | 36 (4.3%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 252 (2.8%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 35 (4.1%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 360 (4.0%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 89 (10.5%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 748 (8.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 355 (42.0%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 2,882 (32.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 150 (17.8%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 1,793 (19.9%) |
| –$4,000+ | 180 (21.3%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 2,964 (32.9%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,994 | 2,120 | 3,426 |
| –$0 to 399 | 8 (1.5%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 108 (1.6%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 18 (3.5%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 222 (3.3%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 42 (8.1%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 390 (5.8%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 196 (37.8%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 1,878 (27.9%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 122 (23.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 1,568 (23.3%) |
| –$4,000+ | 132 (25.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 2,565 (38.1%) |
| Median Personal Income | 1,451 | 805 | 1,618 |
| –$0 to 399 | 380 (15.7%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 5,807 (17.2%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 262 (10.8%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 3,309 (9.8%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 615 (25.4%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 6,584 (19.5%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 881 (36.3%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 12,121 (35.9%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 131 (5.4%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 2,465 (7.3%) |
| –$3,500+ | 155 (6.4%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 3,478 (10.3%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 8.4% | 22.8% | 6.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 39.1% | 24.4% | 52.8% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $4000+ |
| Household Disposable Income | 8,974 | 6,376 | 12,385 |
| SEIFA Score | 6.1 | 5.6 | 6 |
Pegs Creek at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$1,000/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Jun 2026
+2.6%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 2.6% year on year to $1,000/wk (Period ending Jun 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $367/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 705 | 9,275,218 | 7,883 |
| –Owned Outright | 7.6% | 32.1% | 7.9% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 30.0% | 36.2% | 22.0% |
| –Rented | 62.4% | 31.7% | 70.1% |
| –Detached Houses | 59.4% | 72.5% | 81.0% |
| –Semi-Detached | 20.3% | 12.6% | 12.4% |
| –Apartments | 20.3% | 14.3% | 4.6% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,733 | 1,863 | 2,000 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 367 | 375 | 220 |
| –$0-149/wk | 12.3% | 7.3% | 40.6% |
| –$150-349/wk | 31.7% | 33.4% | 25.6% |
| –$350-649/wk | 39.1% | 50.9% | 20.0% |
| –$650-949/wk | 16.1% | 6.6% | 9.9% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.8% | 1.8% | 3.9% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,512 | 1,189 | 1,108 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 16.5% | 24.6% | 14.8% |
| –Rent / Income | 15.2% | 21.5% | 7.1% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.9 |
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 845 | 10,142,077 | 8,999 |
| Median Household Size | 2.3 | 2.5 | 2.8 |
| Total Households (Census) | 715 | 9,275,217 | 7,888 |
| –Lone Person Households | 34.5% | 25.6% | 22.1% |
| –Group Households | 4.2% | 3.9% | 3.1% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 61.3% | 70.5% | 74.8% |
| –Couple with Children | 27.0% | 31.4% | 41.9% |
| –Couple No Children | 25.1% | 26.8% | 24.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 8.4% | 11.1% | 7.3% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.4 | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 38.4% | 46.5% | 44.8% |
| Never Married | 47.7% | 36.5% | 43.4% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 22.5% | 30.4% | 19.8% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 16.2% | 20.0% | 14.3% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 3.9% | 7.6% | 3.2% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 9.2% | 10.8% | 10.4% |
| –Certificate | 38.6% | 22.0% | 39.8% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 29.8% | 36.8% | 30.0% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 11,054 | 19 |
| Total School Attendance | 246 | 4,176,099 | 6,399 |
| ICSEA Score | 892 | 1,001 | 916 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 30 | 100 | 33 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pegs Creek Primary School | Primary | 246 | 892 | 1.15 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.7km · score 76
Hospital
73km · score 12
Shopping Centre
126km · score 20
Banks
1.4km · score 87
Pharmacy
6.6km · score 44
Fitness Centre
752km · score 1
Schools
1.2km · score 56
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 64.7% | 55.7% | 73.3% |
| Need for Assistance | 1.5% | 5.8% | 1.4% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 80.3% | 69.8% | 81.3% |
| One Long Term Condition | 15.9% | 20.5% | 14.9% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 2.5% | 6.4% | 2.8% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 1.2% | 3.3% | 0.9% |
| –Arthritis | 4.5% | 7.7% | 3.2% |
| –Asthma | 6.6% | 7.4% | 6.4% |
| –Cancer | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.2% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| –Diabetes | 3.2% | 4.3% | 3.0% |
| –Heart Disease | 1.4% | 3.6% | 1.4% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Lung Condition | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 5.5% | 8.0% | 5.6% |
| –Stroke | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| –Other Condition | 4.3% | 7.3% | 4.5% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 31.9% | 29.3% | 22.5% |
| Born in Australia | 68.1% | 70.7% | 77.5% |
| Australian Citizens | 65.2% | 83.8% | 73.1% |
| Speak English Only | 81.0% | 76.4% | 85.3% |
| Speak Other Language | 19.0% | 23.6% | 14.7% |
| Indigenous Population | 8.3% | 2.2% | 8.5% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | Australian |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 3.5% | 2.6% | 1.8% |
| –Christianity | 39.1% | 47.5% | 35.9% |
| –Hinduism | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| –Islam | 1.2% | 3.5% | 1.2% |
| –Judaism | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| –Other | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% |
| –No Religion | 52.0% | 41.6% | 58.3% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Pegs Creek | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 33 | 38 | 33 |
| Largest Age Group | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 | 35 to 44 |
| Children (0-14) | 17.0% | 17.5% | 22.9% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 78.2% | 64.7% | 73.5% |
| Seniors (65+) | 5.0% | 17.8% | 3.5% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 51.0% | 16.0% | 55.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 28.0% | 55.0% | 36.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Pegs Creek contains 2 Long Day Care centres (82 places) and 1 OSHC facility (31 places). With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area (such services generally provided within schools in WA), only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 2.5 - placing the area below the national average for supply per child. With projected population growth of 7.4% between now and 2041, and 20.0% in the under 5 age group in particular. As well as this projected growth, other drivers of note in the area are high female labour force participation of 66.3%, as well as upper quartile employment and income performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 10.1 per 100 residents with 246 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This middle-of-the-road rate of school supply suggests most local students are residents within the immediate area. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being relatively in line with national benchmarks while high fees are observed relative to national benchmarks. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
3 school catchments intersect Pegs Creek (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 1,224 children aged under 5 reside, served by 172 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 7.1 children per place, with moderate variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts