Bassendean (WA)

Bassendean has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since Feb 2026, the suburb of Bassendean's population is estimated at around 12,114. This reflects an increase of 1,277 people (11.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,837 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 11,647, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 73 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,652 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Bassendean's 11.8% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, 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). Moving forward with demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected. The suburb of Bassendean is expected to expand by 1,342 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 7.2% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Bassendean has had around 47 new homes approved annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 238 homes were approved, with a further 27 approved in FY-26 to date. This results in an average of about 3 new residents per year for every home built over the past five financial years.

Consequently, demand significantly exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new properties is approximately $502,000, suggesting developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $12.3 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development.

Compared to Greater Perth, Bassendean maintains similar construction rates per person, supporting market stability in line with regional patterns. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. Recent construction comprises 91.0% standalone homes and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (75.0% at Census), reflecting persistent strong demand for family homes amid densification trends. The location has approximately 351 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. Looking ahead, Bassendean is expected to grow by 877 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Bassendean has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40thth percentile nationally

The performance of a region is significantly impacted by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified twelve projects that are expected to influence the area. Notable projects include the WA Government Social Housing Program - Bassendean, Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Project, Jubilee Reserve Redevelopment, and 1 Park Lane Affordable Apartments. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Bassendean ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Bassendean has a well-educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.4% as of the latest data aggregation. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.8%.

As of September 2025, 6920 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.5% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Bassendean was 73.7%, compared to Greater Perth's 71.6%. According to Census responses, 10.8% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical sectors.

The area shows strong specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Retail trade employs only 7.9% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 9.3%. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, labour force by 2.0%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment, unlike Greater Perth which saw higher growth rates and marginal unemployment change. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bassendean's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

Bassendean suburb's income level is above national average according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Median income among taxpayers is $59,974 and average income stands at $72,825. Greater Perth's median and average incomes are $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. With a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $65,743 (median) and $79,831 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 68th percentile ($910 weekly), while household income sits at the 51st percentile. Income analysis reveals 31.6% of population (3,828 individuals) fall within $1,500 - $2,999 income range. After housing, 84.9% of income remains for other expenses and area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Bassendean's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.0% houses and 25.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bassendean stood at 31.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.1% and rented ones at 27.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,850, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Bassendean was $330, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Bassendean's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 65.1% of all households, consisting of 28.1% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.9%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households comprising 3.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 32.3%, surpassing the SA4 region average of 24.3% and WA's rate of 27.9%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 21.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.8%) and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 33.8% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 22.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.6% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary, 6.6% in secondary, and 5.3% in tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 81 active transport stops operating within Bassendean. These include a mix of train and bus services. The stops are serviced by 22 individual routes, collectively providing 3,951 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 197 meters from the nearest transport stop. Most residents commute outward due to Bassendean's primarily residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 79%, while train usage stands at 12%.

Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 10.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 564 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 48 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Bassendean are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Bassendean's health indicators show below-average outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data. Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population (~6,797 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (9.9%) and arthritis (7.8%). 67.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 20.4% of residents aged 65 and over (2,471 people), which is higher than the 16.3% in Greater Perth. National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

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

Bassendean's population, as per the 2016 Census, showed above average cultural diversity with 12.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 28.0% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 43.8%. Judaism was overrepresented, standing at 0.1%, compared to Greater Perth's 0.3%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (30.0%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (8.9%). Notable divergences included Croatian (1.2% vs regional 0.8%) and Polish (1.0% vs regional 0.7%), while French was slightly overrepresented at 0.7% compared to the region's 0.5%.

Bassendean's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Bassendean has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. The 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented in Bassendean at 12.8%, compared to the Greater Perth average, while the 15-24 age group is under-represented at 9.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has increased from 5.2% to 7.0% of the population. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 13.4% to 11.9%, and the 45-54 age group has dropped from 14.0% to 12.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Bassendean's age profile. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 446 people (53%), from 847 to 1,294. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 76% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Meanwhile, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.