West Perth (WA)

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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, West Perth has a population calculated at approximately 7,227 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,125 people (18.4%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,102 people. The variation is derived from the resident population of 7,223, calculated by Districts after studying the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) along with an additional 81 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density ratio of 3,315 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of West Perth in the top quartile of national locations assessed by Districts. The 18.4% expansion since the 2021 census surpassed the national average (9.3%), as well as the state, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion for the area was majorly propelled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 93.0% of overall population increases during recent periods.

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West Perth possesses a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, and an unemployment rate of 7.9%, according to Districts aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 4,838 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 3.7% higher than the rate in Greater Perth, which stands at 4.2%, indicating potential for improvement, and workforce participation is exceptionally high (78.1% compared to Greater Perth's 70.2%). Based on Census responses, a low 9.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be taken into account.

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Districts' latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 reveals that income in the suburb of West Perth is extremely high nationally, with the median assessed at $62,497 while the average income stands at $90,466. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $69,328 (median) and $100,354 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows individual earnings stand out at the 93rd percentile nationally ($1,251 weekly), though household income ranks lower at the 60th percentile. Distribution data shows the largest segment comprises 32.4% earning $1,500 - weekly ( residents), mirroring the metropolitan region where occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the th decile.

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Dwelling structure within West Perth, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 9.0% houses and 91.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within West Perth was lagging that of Perth metro, at 15.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (19.6%) or rented (65.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Perth metro average at $1,772, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Perth metro's $1,907 and $350. Nationally, West Perth's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

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Family households dominate at 43.6% of all households, comprising 10.0% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 5.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 56.4%, with lone person households at 47.0% and group households comprising 9.3% of the total. The median household size of 1.8 people is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment in West Perth significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 57.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 27.9% in WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 35.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.7%). Vocational pathways account for 21.4% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (11.8%).

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Public transport analysis reveals 49 active transport stops operating within West Perth comprising a mix of train and buses. These stops are serviced by 35 individual routes, collectively providing 14,066 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 110 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 48%, with 22% by bus and 15% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 0.5 per dwelling, below the regional average. A relatively low 9.7% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

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West Perth demonstrates above-average health outcomes, based on Districts' assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 63% of the total population (4,560 people). This compares to 59.0% across Greater Perth. The national average is 55.7%.

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West Perth scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 31.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 50.3% born overseas. The main religion in West Perth was found to be Christianity, which makes up 36.0% of people in West Perth. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.6% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

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West Perth's median age of 35 years stands slightly younger than Greater Perth's 37 as well as somewhat younger than the 38-year national average. The 25 - 34 age group shows strong representation at 30.8% compared to Greater Perth, whereas the 5 - 14 cohort is less prevalent at 3.7%. This 25 - 34 concentration is well above the national 14.6%. In the period since 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 19.2% to 21.1% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 4.3% to 5.5%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from to . Population forecasts for indicate substantial demographic changes for West Perth. The to age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by people () from to . Meanwhile, the to cohort grows by a modest ( people).

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West Perth currently has an estimated 231 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 119 children aged 0-2 and 80 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 3% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 19% by 2041 (to approximately 276 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 192. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.