South Guildford (WA)

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In the suburb of South Guildford, estimates generated by Districts from ABS population adjustments and newly verified address coordinates suggest the resident population stands at approximately 4,780 in May 2026. Comparing this to the 2021 Census tally of 3,781 people, the suburb of South Guildford expanded by 999 people, or 26.4%. This adjustment was calculated from a base resident count of 4,718 derived from the ABS ERP updates of June 2025, combined with an additional 273 validated addresses identified after the Census date. With these numbers, the suburb of South Guildford has a density of 922 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with standard results across other surveyed areas. The growth rate of 26.4% in the suburb of South Guildford outstripped the national benchmark of 9.3% and the state metric, establishing it as a regional frontrunner. The expansion was largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 65.0% of the overall population increases, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.

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South Guildford boasts a highly skilled labor pool with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial fields, alongside an unemployment rate of 1.6% and an estimated employment growth of 0.9% over the previous year according to Districts aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,624 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, which is 1.6 percentage points lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation remains broadly comparable to Greater Perth's 70.2%. Census data indicates that only 9.7% of residents work from home, though this figure should be interpreted with consideration of the lasting effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO at the postcode level for financial year 2023 indicates a median income of $63,883 and an average of $75,109. This represents a high tier nationally, comparing to the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for a 10.93% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would stand around $70,865 for the median and $83,318 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual, household, and family incomes in the area ranked between the 78th and 82nd percentiles nationwide. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 34.4% of residents (1,644 people), close to the metropolitan average of in this range. Economic capacity is also demonstrated by the of households earning more than weekly, which underpins strong consumer activity. Housing costs consume of income, while solid earnings place local disposable income in the th percentile and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the th decile.

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Residential options in the area at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.8% separate houses and 6.1% alternative types like semi-detached dwellings and apartments, compared to 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across Greater Perth. Home ownership rates were slightly lower than the metropolitan benchmark at 26.4%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (55.0%) or occupied by renters (18.6%). The median mortgage payment of $2,000 monthly was higher than the metropolitan median of $1,907, while weekly rent was recorded at $400 compared to the Perth average of $350. Nationally, local mortgage costs sit above the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of local households at 77.0%, consisting of couples with children at 37.7%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parents at 9.9%. Non-family households represent the remaining 23.0%, with single person living arrangements making up 20.0% and group households accounting for 2.9%. The median occupancy size is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Perth.

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Among local individuals aged 15 and over, tertiary qualifications have been obtained by 28.9%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest group at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 37.0% of the population aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of 11.1% with advanced diplomas and 25.9% with certificates.

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Public transport links include 59 active passenger stops inside the suburb, consisting of bus services. These stops support 2 separate routes that run a combined 276 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is high, with the average distance from a home to the nearest stop measuring 178 meters. Being mostly residential, the majority of workers travel outward to jobs, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85%, followed by train travel at 7%. Households average 1.7 cars, exceeding the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was potentially influenced by pandemic rules.

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Evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates show favorable health outcomes, with low levels of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high private health insurance rate of approximately 57% of the population, representing about 2,725 people.

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The local population displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 29.4% of residents born outside Australia and 13.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.1% of the population. The most prominent relative difference is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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With a median age of 37, the local population matches the Greater Perth average of 37 and is similar to the national benchmark of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age cohort is well represented at 18.7% compared to the wider metro area, while the 15 - 24 group is smaller at 10.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 9.0% to 10.1%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 17.6% to 18.7%. However, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 11.4% to 10.4%. Looking toward 2041, forecasts show changes in the local age profile, led by the to group which is expected to rise by (adding people to grow from to ), while the to cohort is projected to increase by a minor (adding people).

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South Guildford currently has an estimated 396 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 221 children aged 0-2 and 148 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 36% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 448 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 432. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 18.9 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.