Australind

Australind lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, Australind's population is estimated at around 18,119 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 2,131 people (13.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 15,988 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 17,694, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 238 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 786 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Australind's 13.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.7%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 40.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the 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 of Australia's non-metropolitan areas is projected, with the Australind statistical area (Lv2) expected to grow by 3,675 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 17.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

Australind experienced approximately 157 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 786 homes. As of FY-26, 49 approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling has attracted an average of 2.1 new residents per year between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost value for new homes is $396,000.

This financial year, there have been $22.1 million in commercial approvals. Compared to the Rest of WA, Australind has 59.0% more new home approvals per person. Recent construction comprises predominantly detached houses at 99.0%, with townhouses or apartments making up the remaining 1%. With around 108 people per dwelling approval, Australind exhibits growth area characteristics.

By 2041, AreaSearch projects an additional 3,198 residents for Australind. Current development patterns suggest that new housing supply will meet demand, potentially facilitating further population growth.

Australind has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rdth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified ten projects expected to impact the area. Notable ones are Kingston at Australind, Australind Community Precinct, Australind Senior High School Upgrade, and Treendale Home + Lifestyle Centre. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Australind positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Australind has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of 2.3%, and an estimated employment growth of 6.1% in the past year (AreaSearch data). As of September 2025, there are 9,767 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 1.0% below Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%.

Workforce participation is high at 64.4%, compared to Rest of WA's 59.4%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and manufacturing. Manufacturing is particularly strong, employing 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 1.9% of local workers, below Rest of WA's 9.3%.

Employment opportunities may be limited locally, as indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 6.1%, while labour force grew by 6.0%, and unemployment remained stable (AreaSearch analysis). In contrast, Rest of WA saw employment growth of 1.4% and labour force growth of 1.2%, with a slight drop in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for May-25 suggest total employment could grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Australind's current employment mix, local jobs are expected to increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

In AreaSearch's latest data released for financial year ending June 2023, Australind's median income among taxpayers is $57,965. The average income is $72,909. This is above the national average. Rest of WA's median income is $59,973 with an average of $74,392. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 2023, current estimates for Australind would be approximately $63,541 (median) and $79,923 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Australind are around the 52nd percentile nationally. The income distribution shows that 35.6% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week (6,450 individuals). After housing costs, 85.2% of income remains for other expenses. Australind's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Australind is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Australind, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.9% houses and 6.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro WA's 88.1% houses and 11.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Australind was at 27.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 50.6% and rented ones at 21.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,712, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,616. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $350, compared to Non-Metro WA's $300. Nationally, Australind's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Australind features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 78.3% of all households, including 35.4% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.7%, with lone person households at 19.7% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.8%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.9%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 45.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (35.8%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 12.5% in primary, 9.9% in secondary, and 2.0% in tertiary education.

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

Australind has 88 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six different routes that together offer 223 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents typically living within 255 meters of the nearest stop.

On average, there are 31 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately two weekly trips per individual stop.

Australind's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Australind residents with low prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is high at approximately 56% of the total population (~10,173 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.6 and 8.1% of residents respectively. 69.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 66.4% across Rest of WA. The area has 15.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2,772 people), which is lower than the 17.6% in Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Australind's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 79.9% of its population born in Australia and 88.2% being citizens. English was spoken as the only language at home by 92.7% of residents. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 42.6% of Australind's population.

Islam, however, was overrepresented compared to regional figures, making up 0.7% of Australind's population versus 0.7% across Rest of WA. The top three represented ancestral groups were English at 33.0%, Australian at 29.3%, and Scottish at 7.1%. Notably, Maori (1.7%), South African (0.9%), and New Zealand (1.0%) ethnicities had higher representation in Australind compared to regional averages of 1.0%, 0.8%, and 0.8% respectively.

Australind's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Australind is 36 years, which is lower than the Rest of WA average of 40 years and also under the national average of 38 years. The 5-14 age cohort is notably over-represented at 15.1% locally compared to the Rest of WA average, while the 55-64 year-olds are under-represented at 10.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.2% to 12.1%, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 16.3% to 15.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Australind, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 48% (adding 1,159 people), reaching a total of 3,551 from the current 2,391. Conversely, both the 75 to 84 and 15 to 24 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.