Ravenswood (WA)

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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Ravenswood (WA) has an estimated occupancy of approximately 3,015 residents in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 532 individuals (21.4%) relative to the 2,483 citizens documented in the 2021 Census. The calculation is derived from a baseline of 2,919 residents calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, supplemented by 338 validated new addresses confirmed post-census. This headcount translates to a density of 55 residents per square kilometer, ensuring a spacious environment for the community. The 21.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Ravenswood (WA) since the 2021 Census outpaced the nationwide benchmark of 9.3% and the state average, positioning it among the top growth zones locally. This upward trajectory was chiefly fueled by arrivals from other states, which accounted for roughly 78.0% of the overall population increases, though natural increase and overseas immigration also made positive contributions.

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Ravenswood maintains a diverse workforce distributed across professional and industrial occupations, with strong representation in manufacturing and trade sectors, an unemployment rate of just 4.0%, and a job growth estimate of 6.7% over the prior year, derived from aggregated regional figures. As of March 2026, 1,186 local citizens are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.2% below the Greater Perth mark of 4.2%, while the participation rate remains low at 52.0% compared to the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census figures show a modest 5.4% of the working population operating from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 show that personal earnings in Ravenswood exceed the national average, with a median of $53,270 and an average of $71,337. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, local earnings are estimated at approximately $59,092 median and $79,134 average as of March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb fall between the 13th and 18th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 28.6% of workers earning between $400 - 799 weekly, representing 862 residents, whereas the metropolitan area is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 range at . Housing cost pressures are pronounced, with only of disposable income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the th national percentile.

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Residential architecture in Ravenswood at the time of the latest Census consisted of 96.0% detached houses and 3.9% alternative configurations including townhouses, units, and other dwellings, compared to the metropolitan Perth split of 77.8% detached and 22.1% alternative types. Home ownership stood at 29.6%, matching the Perth metropolitan level, while the remaining properties were held under mortgages (53.3%) or occupied by tenants (17.1%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,733, lower than the Perth average of $1,907, while median weekly rent was $325, compared to $350 in the metropolitan area. Nationally, local mortgage obligations sit below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.

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Family units constitute the largest household type at 72.3%, consisting of couples with children at 26.2%, couples without children at 34.6%, and single parent households at 10.1%. The remaining 27.7% are non-family households, with single person residences making up 26.6% and shared group households representing 1.7%. The median occupancy rate of 2.4 residents per household is lower than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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The locality presents educational disparities, with university graduation rates at 7.1%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 5.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.1% and postgraduate degrees at 0.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 46.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.0% and certificate level qualifications at 37.6%.

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Transport analysis shows 23 active public transport stops in Ravenswood, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 3 distinct routes, providing a total of 112 passenger trips per week. Access is favorable, with residents living an average of 329 meters from the closest boarding point. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers commute to other districts, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 86% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars. A modest 5.4% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.

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Health indicators in Ravenswood present challenges based on mortality statistics and the occurrence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, though private health coverage is high, encompassing roughly 56% of the population, or about 1,673 individuals. This compares to a coverage rate of 59.0% across the Greater Perth metropolitan area.

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Ravenswood exhibits moderate cultural diversity, with 78.6% of residents born in Australia, 88.8% holding citizenship, and 96.5% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 44.4% of the population. The most pronounced statistical variance is in Judaism, which registers at none of the population, compared to a 0.3% share across Greater Perth.

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The median age in Ravenswood is 41 years, which is higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 12.1% of the local population, compared to the Greater Perth average, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less represented at 11.1%. This concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 sits above the national average of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 10.7% to 12.1%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 9.6% to 8.4%. Demographic models indicate the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the to cohort projected to grow by , adding residents to total . Aging trends will persist, with residents aged and older accounting for of the projected growth, while declines are anticipated in the to and to age brackets.

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Ravenswood currently has an estimated 177 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 91 children aged 0-2 and 60 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 12% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 2% by 2041 (to approximately 173 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 312. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.5 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.