Attadale

An assessment of population growth drivers in Attadale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of the suburb of Attadale is estimated at around 7,167. This reflects an increase of 529 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,638. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 7,090 residents following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 55 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,304 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Attadale has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.1%, outpacing the SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 94.0% 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, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb of Attadale, with an expected expansion to 8,177 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 15.3% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Attadale when compared nationally

Attadale has seen approximately 22 dwelling approvals annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS data. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 110 homes received approval, with a further six approved in FY-26 so far. On average, each dwelling built attracted about 5.2 people over these years.

This supply lagging demand has led to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction value of new properties is $724,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. Commercial approvals this financial year totalled $6.1 million, suggesting limited commercial development focus. Compared to Greater Perth, Attadale's building activity is 50.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new dwellings typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties.

New developments consist of 87.0% detached houses and 13.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character. The location has approximately 421 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. Future projections estimate Attadale will add 1,099 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Attadale has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 42ndth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified eight projects that could impact the area, with key ones being Attadale Private Hospital Expansion, Blackwall Reach Precinct Redevelopment, Attadale Reserve Masterplan & Sports Facilities Upgrade, and The Point Attadale.

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The exceptional employment performance in Attadale places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Attadale has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 1.1% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.4%.

This is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, there were 4,177 residents in work. The unemployment rate was 2.9% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was broadly similar to Greater Perth's 71.6%.

According to Census responses, only 12.6% of residents worked from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. However, public administration & safety shows lower representation at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 6.3%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 4.4% while labour force increased by 4.5%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Attadale. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Attadale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not take into account localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest data for financial year 2023 shows Attadale's median income is $66,788 and average income is $101,869. This compares to Greater Perth's median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $73,213 (median) and $111,669 (average), based on a 9.62% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. Attadale's incomes rank highly nationally, between the 84th and 90th percentiles for households, families, and individuals in 2021 Census figures. The predominant income cohort spans 33.2% of locals (2,379 people) earning $4000+ weekly, unlike regional trends where 32.0% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Notably, 44.1% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 88.5% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Attadale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

As of the latest Census, dwelling structures in Attadale consisted of 75.1% houses and 24.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Attadale was 46.4%, with the rest being mortgaged (35.7%) or rented (17.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Attadale was $2,600, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,907. Weekly rent median in Attadale was $425, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Attadale's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,600 vs Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375 at $425.

Attadale has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 75.6% of all households, including 38.9% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 24.4%, with lone person households at 22.5% and group households making up 1.7%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns with the Greater Perth average.

Attadale demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

In Attadale, residents aged 15+ have a notably higher proportion of university qualifications at 42.5%, compared to the Western Australian average of 27.9% and the SA4 region's 28.6%. The area's educational advantage is evident in its Bachelor degrees (28.9%), postgraduate qualifications (9.4%), and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.0% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (16.5%). Educational participation is high, with 31.4% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising secondary education (11.3%), primary education (9.3%), and tertiary education (6.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in secondary education, 9.3% in primary education, and 6.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Analysis of public transport in Attadale shows that there are currently 29 operational transport stops serving the area. These stops offer a variety of bus services, with 11 different routes collectively facilitating 1,670 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport options is considered good, with residents typically residing approximately 231 meters from their nearest stop. As Attadale is predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward from the area. Car remains the primary mode of transportation for 86% of residents, while bus use accounts for 7%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.6% of Attadale residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages at approximately 238 trips per day, resulting in about 57 weekly trips per individual stop.

Attadale's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

AreaSearch's assessment shows Attadale has excellent health outcomes. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68%, compared to Greater Perth's 59% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent conditions are arthritis (6.3%) and asthma (6.3%). 73.6% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Perth's 71.9%. Attadale has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 20.5%, compared to Greater Perth's 16.3%. Senior health outcomes are strong, aligning with national rankings.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Attadale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Attadale's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 11.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.9% born overseas. The predominant religion in Attadale was Christianity, comprising 59.0% of the population, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (29.4%), Australian (22.9%), and Irish (8.4%).

Notably, Croatian (1.5%) was overrepresented in Attadale compared to the regional average of 0.8%. Similarly, South African (1.2%) and Welsh (0.8%) were also overrepresented.

Attadale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Attadale is 43 years, which is higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that individuals aged 55-64 years make up 14.1% of the population, while those aged 25-34 years constitute only 6.8%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of individuals aged 15-24 has increased from 13.5% to 15.5%, while the proportions of those aged 5-14 have decreased from 14.5% to 13.1% and those aged 45-54 have dropped from 15.4% to 14.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Attadale's age structure. The number of individuals aged 75-84 is projected to rise by 308 people (57%), from 544 to 853. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 60% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the populations aged 0-4 and 5-14 are expected to decline.