Augusta

Population growth drivers in Augusta are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

According to the analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address files validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Augusta has an estimated population of approximately 1,696 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 233 people (15.9%) from the 1,463 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This upward shift is calculated from the local population of 1,644 estimated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 90 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 56 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a spacious living environment. The suburb of Augusta grew by 15.9% since the 2021 census, outperforming the national average (9.3%) and matching the Rest of WA to lead regional expansion. This growth was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 80.0% of the overall population gains, though other components like overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions.

For each SA2 area, AreaSearch incorporates the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this dataset, as well as to project demographic shifts after 2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth rates from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 utilizing 2022 statistics). Looking ahead, projections suggest that regional populations nationwide will grow at above-median rates, with the suburb of Augusta anticipated to expand by 190 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level estimates, which translates to a total increase of 8.1% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Augusta when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical areas, Augusta averages about 16 residential building approvals annually. This includes approximately 80 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 30 so far in FY-26. The ratio of new residents to new home construction stood at 2.1 people per year over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating steady demand that helps maintain property values. The average estimated construction cost for these new homes is $511,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing the premium sector with higher-end projects. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $2.5 million this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality.

In comparison to the Rest of WA, Augusta matches about three-quarters of the regional rate for new dwelling approvals per capita, though it ranks in the 88th percentile of all examined locations nationwide. Furthermore, new building activity has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the suburb's low-density profile and focus on family residences suited for those desiring space. The figure of roughly 93 people per approval highlights that this is a developing area.

Projecting forward, Augusta is set to add 138 residents by 2041 according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Under current construction trends, the incoming supply of housing is expected to satisfy demand easily, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially driving population growth beyond the projected numbers.

Augusta has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7thth percentile nationally

Local performance is heavily shaped by regional infrastructure upgrades, major works, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified no projects that are expected to influence the area. Key regional undertakings include the South West Interconnected System Transformation, the WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, the Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements, and the Regional And Rural Wa Road Network Safety Improvements, with details below on those most likely to affect the locality.

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Employment performance in Augusta has been broadly consistent with national averages

Augusta has a diverse workforce distributed between white and blue collar jobs, with a noticeable presence of hospitality and tourism activities, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.2% according to AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 620 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 1.3% below the 3.5% recorded for Regional WA, while labor force participation is notably lower at 42.2% compared to the regional figure of 65.6%. Census data indicates that a moderate 13.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns.

The primary employment categories for local residents are accommodation & food, retail trade, and construction. Accommodation & food is highly concentrated here, showing employment levels that are 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, mining is under-represented, employing just 3.7% of local workers compared to 11.7% in Regional WA. The balance of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are limited.

Analysis of SALM and ABS data for wider statistical areas indicates that over the 12 months to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.5% while employment dropped by 2.5%, keeping the overall unemployment level steady. During the same timeframe, Regional WA saw employment fall by 0.1%, the labor force expand by 0.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help clarify future local demand patterns. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix indicates that employment in Augusta is set to rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.3% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Augusta has a median taxpayer income of $34,163 and an average of $47,629, based on aggregated postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2023. These figures sit below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $59,973 and an average of $74,392 for Regional WA. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% recorded since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $37,897 (median) and $52,835 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Augusta within the 0th to 6th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket contains 36.9% of the population (625 individuals), which differs from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 31.1%. A significant presence of lower-income households (47.3% earning under $800/week) points to tight household budgets across the suburb. Affordability pressures are high, with residents retaining only 84.8% of their income, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.

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

At the time of the latest Census, housing types in Augusta consisted of 86.4% separate houses and 13.6% other options (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative dwellings), compared to Regional WA where separate houses made up 88.5% and other options accounted for 11.6%. Home ownership rates in Augusta were significantly higher than the regional average, reaching 58.5%, with the remaining properties divided between mortgaged dwellings (20.4%) and rented properties (21.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was lower than the regional average at $1,551, while the median weekly rent was $280, compared to Regional WA figures of $1,560 and $265 respectively. Nationally, Augusta's mortgage payments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are also well below the national figure of $375.

Augusta features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families represent the majority of local households at 60.4%, consisting of couples with children (14.3%), couples without children (39.6%), and single-parent homes (6.1%). Non-family households account for the remaining 39.6%, with single-person households making up 37.7% and group housing representing 1.8% of the total. The median household size of 1.9 individuals is smaller than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Augusta fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational attainment in the area presents some challenges, with university completion rates (16.5%) falling well below the national figure of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance to introduce targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.8%, followed by postgraduate studies (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 42.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (29.2%).

Schooling and university enrollment accounts for 17.0% of the local population. Within this group, primary school pupils comprise 6.2%, secondary school students represent 5.5%, and tertiary students make up 0.4%.

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

Analysis of local public transport shows 2 active transit stops in Augusta, which are served by a mix of buses. These stops accommodate 1 distinct routes that provide 14 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is low, with residents living an average of 1310 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of working residents commute out of the suburb. Private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 90%, while 5% of residents walk. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.3 vehicles per home, which is below the regional average. About 13.6% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Services run at an average frequency of 2 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 7 weekly trips for each transport stop.

The level of general health in Augusta is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Augusta exhibits positive health statistics based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with low rates of common health conditions observed in both younger and older cohorts. However, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 46% of the population (~782 people), compared to 56.4% in Regional WA and a national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 13.8 and 7.8% of residents respectively. Conversely, 58.5% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.3% in Regional WA. Working-age residents experience above-average rates of chronic conditions. The area features a significant senior population, with 46.8% of residents aged 65 and over (793 people), well above the 19.2% average for Regional WA. Health outcomes for these seniors are exceptionally positive, ranking higher relative to national averages than the general population.

Augusta ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The level of cultural diversity in Augusta is lower than average, with 77.3% of residents born in Australia, 88.4% holding citizenship, and 97.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 45.1% of the population. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of the community compared to a regional average of 0.0%.

Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' birthplace), the three most common heritages in Augusta are English at 41.5% of the population (considerably higher than the regional average of 31.3%), Australian at 26.7%, and Scottish at 9.7%. Additionally, there are minor variations in other ancestries, with Welsh represented at 0.8% (compared to 0.6% regionally), French at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally), and New Zealand at 0.8% (compared to 0.9% regionally).

Augusta ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

With a median age of 62, Augusta is significantly older than Regional WA (median age of 40) and Australia as a whole (median age of 38). Compared to Regional WA, there is a higher concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 (23.7%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (5.5%). This 65 - 74 cohort is much larger than the national average of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 85+ age bracket has grown from 6.9% to 8.3% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 16.7% to 14.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.7% to 10.3%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts project major shifts in age distribution. The 45 to 54 group is expected to grow the most at 23%, adding 39 residents to reach a total of 214, while the 15 to 24 and 85+ age cohorts are projected to contract.