Tapping (WA)

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According to calculations of ABS population releases for the wider region, alongside address data confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Tapping has an estimated residency of roughly 10,407 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 860 residents (9.0%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,547 citizens. This variation is calculated from a resident population of 10,407, determined by Districts after analyzing the ABS ERP data from June 2025 and validating new locations post-Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 2,999 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of Australian regions analyzed by Districts. The post-Census expansion rate of 9.0% in the suburb of Tapping is within 0.3 percentage points of the national benchmark (9.3%), indicating strong growth dynamics. The expansion was chiefly driven by international arrivals, who accounted for roughly 62.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.

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The local workforce is highly qualified, with strong representation in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.5%, and an annual job growth rate of 3.1% compiled from regional datasets by Districts. In March 2026, 6,241 local citizens were employed, with the jobless rate sitting 1.7 percentage points below the Greater Perth mark of 4.2%. Workforce participation is elevated at 77.5%, compared to 70.2% for the Greater Perth region. Census records indicate that a low 7.9% of workers operated from home, though this period was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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ATO records for the 2023 financial year, compiled at the postcode level by Districts, show a median taxpayer income of $62,509 and an average income of $77,043. This is significantly above the national benchmark, contrasting with a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at approximately $69,341 for the median and $85,464 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Tapping are high, ranking in the 73rd to 86th percentiles nationwide. The largest bracket comprises 37.8% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly ( residents), which aligns with the metropolitan distribution where this bracket accounts for . High-income earners are prominent, with receiving more than weekly, reflecting significant spending power. Although high housing expenses absorb of income, strong wages keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the SEIFA income index places the area in the th decile.

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Residential patterns at the time of the latest Census showed that separate houses accounted for 96.1% of local properties, while semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings comprised 3.9%. This contrasts with the Perth metropolitan area, which recorded 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Tapping stood at 20.4%, which is lower than the Perth metropolitan average, with the remaining dwellings occupied by mortgage holders (62.1%) or tenants (17.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 exceeded the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $430, compared to $350 in the metropolitan area. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 85.6% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 50.9%, couples without children at 22.9%, and single-parent households at 11.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 14.4%, with single-person households at 13.0% and group housing at 1.3%. The median household occupancy of 3.1 individuals is higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Tertiary qualification rates are lower than regional averages, with 21.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for further academic and skills development. Bachelor degrees represent the main qualification at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (28.5%).

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Public transport options include 38 active bus stops within the suburb of Tapping. These stops are serviced by 3 routes, which together facilitate 719 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 249 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 84%, followed by trains at 10%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars, exceeding the regional average. A relatively low 7.9% of residents worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era travel limits.

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The locality displays positive health statistics based on Districts' evaluation of mortality data and chronic disease rates. The occurrence of common illnesses is low in the general population, though it exceeds national levels among older, vulnerable groups. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 58% of the population, which equates to about 6,014 people.

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The suburb of Tapping exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most benchmarked areas, with 14.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 45.3% born overseas. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.0% of the population. The most pronounced variation from regional benchmarks is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 1.9% of residents compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of 36 years is similar to the Greater Perth average of 37 and slightly below the national median of 38. The suburb of Tapping has a higher proportion of residents aged 45 to 54 (14.6%) compared to Greater Perth, but a lower share of individuals aged 25 to 34 (10.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 13.5% to 15.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket has increased from 3.2% to 4.4%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.9% to 14.9%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution will shift by with the to cohort growing by to add residents, reaching a total of . Seniors aged and over will account for of the population growth, highlighting local aging trends. In contrast, the to and to cohorts are expected to experience population declines.

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Tapping currently has an estimated 614 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 356 children aged 0-2 and 238 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 1% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 568 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,115. Birth rates in the area have averaged 10.0 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.