Alkimos

Alkimos lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

The population of the Alkimos statistical area (Lv2) was estimated at 17,448 as of Nov 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 7,245 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,203. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 13,505 as of June 2024, along with validation of an additional 1,672 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,011 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Alkimos (SA2) experienced a growth rate of 71.0% between the 2021 Census and Nov 2025, exceeding the national average of 9.7%. This growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 68.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, demographic trends predict exceptional growth for the Alkimos (SA2), placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 13,949 persons, reflecting a gain of 63.6% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Alkimos was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Alkimos shows approximately 512 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 2,560 homes were approved, with an additional 346 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built over the past five financial years has resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents per year.

The average construction value for these dwellings is $375,000, higher than regional levels. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $22.0 million. Compared to Greater Perth, Alkimos has 314.0% more building activity per person. New building activity comprises 99.0% detached houses and 1.0% medium and high-density housing. With around 21 people per dwelling approval, Alkimos is a growth area with a projected resident increase of 11,093 by 2041.

Current development patterns suggest new housing supply should meet demand, facilitating potential population growth beyond current projections.

Alkimos has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44thth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified 27 projects that could impact the area, with notable ones including Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant (commissioned in June 2015), Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre (opened in December 2016), and Alkimos Beach Master-Planned Community (commenced in 2013). The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The employment environment in Alkimos shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Alkimos has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 4.0% in September 2025, aligning with Greater Perth's rate.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.0%. There are 8,616 residents employed, with a workforce participation rate of 75.8%, higher than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows notable concentration, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Professional & technical services have lower representation at 4.9% compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.0%, while labour force increased by 5.4%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal rise in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Alkimos's employment mix, local employment is expected to increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows that median income in Alkimos is $61,027 and average income is $70,695. This contrasts with Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248 for the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 2023, estimated current incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $66,898 (median) and $77,496 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Alkimos are at the 71st percentile nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 41.7% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, with a resident count of 7,275. This aligns with the surrounding region where this cohort represents 32.0%. High housing costs consume 19.1% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 63rd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Alkimos is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Alkimos, as per the latest Census, consisted of 97.7% houses and 2.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 92.2% houses and 7.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Alkimos was at 7.8%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (63.5%) or rented (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Alkimos was $1,950, surpassing Perth metro's average of $1,898. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure for Alkimos stood at $360, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Alkimos' mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Alkimos features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 80.0% of all households, including 42.8% couples with children, 21.8% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.0%, with lone person households at 18.4% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which aligns with the Greater Perth average.

The educational profile of Alkimos exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Alkimos trail Australian averages. As of the latest data (2016), 21.8% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.8% of residents holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 13.2% and certificates at 30.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.1% currently enrolled in formal education as of the latest data (2017). This includes 13.8% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Transport analysis indicates 68 active public transport stops in Alkimos, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, collectively facilitating 2,387 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically situated 222 metres from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 341 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 35 weekly trips per individual stop.

Alkimos's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Alkimos, with younger cohorts particularly experiencing low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 55% (~9,643 people) have private health cover, which is high compared to other areas. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (8.5%) and asthma (7.8%). A significant majority, 76.3%, report being completely clear of medical ailments, higher than the Greater Perth average of 73.0%. Alkimos has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 7.6% (1,326 people), compared to Greater Perth's 13.6%. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to being above average.

Alkimos was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Alkimos, as per the census conducted on 29 August 2016, showed higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets. 16.5% of its population spoke a language other than English at home, and 48.0% were born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Alkimos, making up 41.9% of its population.

While Judaism constituted only 0.1% of Alkimos' population, it was similarly represented compared to Greater Perth's 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, English was the top group with 35.2%, higher than the regional average of 30.2%. Australian and Other groups made up 18.2% and 10.2% respectively. Notable differences existed in certain ethnic groups' representation: South African at 2.7% (vs regional 1.8%), Welsh at 1.3% (vs 0.9%), and Maori at 2.0% (vs 1.3%).

Alkimos hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Alkimos has a median age of 32 years, which is younger than Greater Perth's average of 37 and significantly lower than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Alkimos has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (16.4%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.9%). According to post-2021 Census data, the age group of 55 to 64 has increased from 6.9% to 8.0%, while the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 19.9% to 17.3% and the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 10.0% to 8.0%. Demographic modeling indicates that Alkimos's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 91%, adding 1,915 residents to reach a total of 4,027.