Salter Point (WA)

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Based on the assessment of ABS population figures for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by Districts following the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Salter Point is projected to be approximately 3,116 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 203 individuals (7.0%) compared to the 2,913 people documented in the 2021 Census. This calculation is derived from the figure of 3,097 residents calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP statistics, alongside two newly verified addresses added after the Census date. With this resident count, the suburb of Salter Point has a density of 1,693 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density across national locations examined by Districts. The growth rate of 7.0% recorded in the suburb of Salter Point since the census is within 2.3 percentage points of the national figure (9.3%), indicating solid growth characteristics. The main factor driving local expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 87.0% of total population increases over recent times.

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A highly qualified workforce characterizes the local area, particularly in the professional services sector. The local unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, and jobs grew by an estimated 1.0% over the previous year according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,639 residents employed, with an unemployment rate 1.6% lower than the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%. However, labor force participation is lower at 62.0% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census responses showed a moderate 13.7% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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According to tax data from the ATO compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, local personal incomes are among the highest nationwide. The median taxpayer income is $57,580 and the average is $81,985, compared to Greater Perth averages of $60,748 and $80,248. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures for March 2026 would be approximately $63,873 for the median and $90,946 for the average. Census records show household incomes are in the 91st percentile ($2,529 weekly), while individual incomes are at the 63rd percentile. The income distribution shows 34.6% of residents (1,078 people) earning $4000+ weekly, whereas the leading cohort regionally is the - range at . A high concentration of high-income households ( earning more than weekly) indicates strong financial resources. Residents keep of their income after meeting housing expenses, showing substantial discretionary funds, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile for income.

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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 84.7% detached houses and 15.3% other formats like semi-detached properties and apartments, compared to the metropolitan Perth split of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership is high at 48.7%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 38.0% and rented properties making up 13.3%. Median mortgage costs are high at $2,860 monthly, while the median weekly rent is $450, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, local mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families comprise 77.3% of local households, consisting of couples with children (39.1%), couples without children (29.3%), and single-parent households (7.7%). Non-family households account for 22.7% of the total, with single-person households at 20.9% and group living situations at 1.4%. The median household size of 2.6 individuals is equal to the Greater Perth average.

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Educational qualifications in the area are high, with 45.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 27.9% across Western Australia and 29.9% in the SA4 region. This qualification profile positions the community well for professional services roles. Bachelor degrees are held by 30.5% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.0%). Vocational credentials are held by 23.8% of the population aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificate qualifications (12.6%).

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Public transport services in the area include 18 active stops, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by two separate routes, which provide a total of 626 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 132 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 84%, followed by buses at 6%. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. At the time of the 2021 Census, 13.7% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era working arrangements.

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The local population displays strong general health, based on Districts assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates. The prevalence of common illnesses is low overall, though it rises above the national average among older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 60% of the population (1,861 people).

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Cultural diversity is higher than in most local markets, with 15.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 27.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 62.2% of the population, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of 46 years is higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is over-represented at 18.9% compared to the metropolitan average, while the 25 - 34 cohort is under-represented at 9.5%. This concentration of youth aged 15 - 24 is higher than the national share of 12.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 16.1% to 18.9% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group increased from 7.1% to 9.5%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from to and the to bracket fell from to . Projections for show significant shifts, with the cohort aged + expected to grow by people (), rising from to . This aging trend is evident as residents aged + account for of the projected population increase, while the to and to age groups are expected to shrink.

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Salter Point currently has an estimated 74 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 66 children aged 0-2 and 43 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 20% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 9% by 2041 (to approximately 81 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 235. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.5 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.