Wandina (WA)

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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with fresh street address details verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Wandina has a population projected to be approximately 4,633 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 258 people (5.9%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,375 residents. The calculation originates from a resident count of 4,610 estimated by Districts after assessing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with an extra 17 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This population size equates to a density of 1,443 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level across Australian localities tracked by Districts. Throughout the past ten years, the suburb of Wandina has shown steady growth with a compound annual growth rate of 1.0%, outpacing the SA3 region. Demographic growth locally was largely supported by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 64.0% of the overall population rise during recent timeframes.

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Wandina features a capable labor pool, with strong representation across critical service industries. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1%, and there has been an estimated employment growth of 2.9% during the previous year, according to aggregated statistical area data from Districts. By March 2026, 2,447 individuals are employed, and the local unemployment rate is 2.4% lower than the 3.5% recorded for Regional WA. Workforce participation reaches 71.2%, which exceeds the Regional WA average of 65.6%. Census data indicates that only 4.4% of residents work from home, though the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

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According to the latest postcode-level tax statistics from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, personal incomes in the suburb of Wandina exceed the national benchmarks, showing a median value of $58,264 and an average value of $72,719. This compares to Regional WA averages of $59,973 (median) and $74,392 (average). Adjusting for a 10.93% Wage Price Index increase since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $64,632 for the median and $80,667 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes are all positioned strongly, ranking in the 78th to 80th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 39.0% of local earners (1,806 people) who receive weekly income between $1,500 and mirroring broader metropolitan patterns where fall into this bracket. Economic strength is also evident in the of households that record high weekly earnings above which sustains strong local spending. After paying for housing, locals retain of their earnings, indicating strong disposable income, and the suburb's SEIFA index puts it in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Wandina at the time of the latest Census consisted of 89.8% standalone houses and 10.2% alternative options like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 88.5% standalone houses and 11.6% other options across Regional WA. However, home ownership rates in the suburb of Wandina were lower than the Regional WA average, sitting at 23.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (45.3%) or renters (31.2%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly above the Regional WA average at $1,790, and the median weekly rent stood at $340, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,560 and $265. Nationally, monthly repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.

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Families represent the vast majority of households at 82.4%, consisting of couples with children at 42.6%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parent households at 11.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.6% of homes, with single person households representing 15.3% and group housing making up 2.3%. The typical household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels in the suburb of Wandina are lower than wider regional averages, with 21.2% of individuals aged 15 and over having earned a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests scope for further skill development and training. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 41.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (30.3%).

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Analysis of public transit options shows 21 operational transit stops within the suburb of Wandina, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 2 distinct bus routes, which together offer 80 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 211 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential profile, the majority of working residents travel outside the area, with private vehicles serving as the primary transport mode at 95%. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles. A low 4.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 dynamics.

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Health indicators demonstrate positive outcomes for the population of the suburb of Wandina, with mortality rates and medical conditions matching national benchmarks. Standard levels of common illnesses are seen across both young and senior age cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very high at approximately 56% of the population, representing about 2,597 people.

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The suburb of Wandina exhibits higher cultural diversity than average, with 19.5% of residents born outside Australia and 13.5% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 52.5% of local residents. The most pronounced religious variance is in Islam, which is followed by 3.1% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional WA.

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Having a median age of 34, the suburb of Wandina is younger than Regional WA where the median is 40, and also younger than the national average of 38 years. Children aged 5 to 14 make up a substantial 17.5% of the population, whereas seniors in the 65 to 74 range are less common at 5.9%. This proportion of 5 to 14 year olds is higher than the national share of 12.0%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age range has increased from 15.6% to 17.1% of the total population, while the 5 to 14 bracket has decreased from 18.6% to 17.5%. Projections to 2041 indicate changes in the age profile, with the to age bracket expected to grow by (adding people) to reach compared to . Conversely, both the to and to cohorts are expected to decrease.

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Wandina currently has an estimated 347 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 180 children aged 0-2 and 119 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 32% by 2041 (to approximately 459 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 529. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 11.0 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.