Wandi (WA)

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Wandi's population is estimated at approximately 5,508 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address data validated by Districts since the Census. This represents a growth of 1,184 residents (27.4%) from the 4,324 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is based on a resident population of 5,295 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 116 validated new addresses post-Census. With this population level, the suburb of Wandi has a density of 443 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and potential for future expansion. The growth rate of 27.4% since the 2021 census outpaces the national average of 9.3% and the state average, positioning Wandi as a regional growth leader. Population increases were mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 70.0% of the gains, although natural increase and overseas migration also contributed positively.

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Wandi possesses a qualified labor force with solid representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.2% based on aggregated statistical area data from Districts. As of March 2026, 2,461 residents are employed. While the unemployment rate matches the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, labor force participation is lower at 64.6% compared to the regional benchmark of 70.2%. Census figures show that 9.1% of working residents operated from home, though this period was influenced by COVID-19 containment measures.

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The latest postcode-level ATO data from the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the suburb of Wandi exceed the national average, with a median income of $60,756 and an average income of $70,489. For 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 the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 stand at approximately $67,397 for the median and $78,193 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all ranked in the 86th percentile nationally. Income distribution details show that the weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 44.0% of residents (2,423 people), compared to regionally. High-income earners are also well represented, with receiving more than weekly, pointing to robust purchasing power. Housing costs absorb of household incomes, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the area's SEIFA ranking for income falls in the th decile.

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Residential architecture in Wandi is heavily dominated by detached houses, which made up 97.3% of dwellings at the latest Census, compared to 2.7% for other options such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings. In comparison, the Perth metropolitan area consists of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwelling types. The proportion of residents who own their homes outright lags the Perth metropolitan average at 15.2%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (65.0%) or rented (19.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the metropolitan average at $2,056, and the median weekly rent was $410, compared to regional figures of $1,907 and $350. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Wandi are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while rent expenses exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 84.1%, consisting of couples with children (45.9%), couples without children (26.0%), and single-parent households (11.4%). The remaining 15.9% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 14.3% and group shared homes at 1.7%. The median household size of 2.9 individuals exceeds the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Levels of education in Wandi are higher than broader regional markers, with 30.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 19.8% in the wider SA3 area. This educational profile positions the workforce well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 40.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (27.4%).

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Public transport options in Wandi include 17 active stops serviced by 1 bus routes, which generate 439 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 412 meters from the nearest stop. Because Wandi is primarily residential, commuting is common; private vehicles remain the primary transport mode at 80%, while 13% of residents use the train. Vehicle ownership sits at an average of 1.7 cars per household, which is above the regional average. Working from home was recorded for 9.1% of residents in the 2021 Census, which may reflect the influence of temporary pandemic conditions.

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Health indicators show favorable outcomes in Wandi based on Districts analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness, showing low rates of common health conditions across age cohorts. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, sitting at approximately 55% of the population (~3,039 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

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Wandi displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 22.9% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 37.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.7% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, which represents 2.2% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

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The median age in Wandi is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. The suburb has a higher proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (22.1%) but fewer aged 55 - 64 (6.6%) compared to Greater Perth. The concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 35 to 44 age cohort grew from 17.7% to 22.1%, and the 5 to 14 cohort rose from 13.2% to 15.1%. Meanwhile, the 25 to group decreased from to , and the to group declined from to . Projections indicate that Wandi's age profile will adjust by with the to group expected to grow by , adding residents to reach while the to and to age cohorts are projected to contract.

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Wandi currently has an estimated 539 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 236 children aged 0-2 and 158 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 5% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 539 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 560. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.9 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.