Piccadilly (WA)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Piccadilly (WA)'s population is estimated at around 2,527 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 222 people (9.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,305 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,527, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,707 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by Districts. Piccadilly's 9.6% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (7.5%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Piccadilly, featuring a strong concentration in industrial and manufacturing jobs, a jobless rate of only 2.5%, and an annual employment expansion estimated at 3.0% based on combined local statistics compiled by Districts. In March 2026, the employed population stood at 1,506, with an unemployment rate 1.0% lower than the 3.5% average for Regional WA, while workforce participation reached an elevated 76.7% compared to the 65.6% benchmark for Regional WA. Census responses indicate that a tiny 1.5% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.

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The suburb of Piccadilly shows a median taxpayer income of $80,084 and an average of $92,791 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Regional WA's median income of $59,973 and average income of $74,392. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $88,837 (median) and $102,933 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, individual earnings stand out at the 94th percentile nationally ($1,314 weekly). Looking at income distribution, the largest segment comprises 38.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (972 residents), mirroring the surrounding region where occupy this bracket. Economic strength emerges through of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding supporting elevated consumer spending. After housing costs, residents retain of income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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According to the most recent Census, the distribution of housing styles in Piccadilly consisted of 78.8% detached houses and 21.2% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, units, or other options, which contrasts with Regional WA where 88.5% of dwellings are houses and 11.6% are alternative formats. Home ownership rates in Piccadilly trailed the regional benchmark, sitting at 17.7%, while the remaining properties were either held under a mortgage (37.5%) or occupied by tenants (44.8%). The median monthly home loan payment was lower than the regional average of $1,560 at $1,517, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $320, compared to $265 in Regional WA. On a national scale, mortgage payments in Piccadilly are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent costs are also well below the national figure of $375.

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Domestic dynamics are characterized by families, which account for 63.4% of households, consisting of 28.4% couples raising children, 24.0% couples without kids, and 9.6% single parents. Non-family households make up the remaining 36.6% of the local area, with single-person living arrangements at 31.8% and shared group households at 5.0%. The typical household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels in Piccadilly lag behind regional standards, with 23.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to the national rate of 30.4%. This disparity points to opportunities for increasing educational participation and vocational training. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 16.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 41.0% of the population aged 15 and over possessing technical certifications, consisting of 6.7% with advanced diplomas and 34.3% holding certificates.

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Analysis of public transit reveals 12 active stops in Piccadilly, consisting of various bus options. These stops are connected by 4 separate routes, which combine to offer 76 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 189 meters from their nearest stop. Since it is primarily a residential area, most workers travel outside the suburb for jobs, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 88%, and 5% of residents walking. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average. A small 1.5% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Physical well-being metrics indicate positive trends for Piccadilly residents, with Districts' calculations of mortality figures and medical conditions showing results that align closely with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses remains standard across both youth and older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 64% of the population (1,618 people), compared to 56.4% across Regional WA and a national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Piccadilly exhibits greater cultural variation than most comparable property markets, with 14.4% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 29.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant faith, followed by 43.2% of the local population. However, the most pronounced difference is in Buddhism, which is practiced by 2.0% of residents, double the 1.0% average found across Regional WA.

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The suburb of Piccadilly (WA) has a median age of 32 years, which is substantially younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national benchmark of 38 years. Residents aged 25 to 34 represent a large portion of the population at 21.1% compared to Regional WA, while those in the 65 to 74 bracket are less common at 6.5%. The proportion of 25 to 34 year olds is also well above the national rate of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has expanded from 18.4% to 21.1% of the local population, and the 35 to 44 age cohort rose from 15.0% to 16.7%. In contrast, the to cohort fell from to , while the to cohort dropped from to . Long-term population projections for indicate significant demographic shifts for the suburb of Piccadilly (WA), with the to age cohort projected to grow by people () from to while the to and to cohorts are expected to experience declines.

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Piccadilly currently has an estimated 189 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 122 children aged 0-2 and 81 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 23% by 2041 (to approximately 233 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 295. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 16.1 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.