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Baynton (WA) has an estimated 5,202 residents, up from 4,496 at the 2021 Census — a change of 706 people, or 15.7%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years, faster than 85% of areas nationally. Natural increase accounts for 64.0% of that increase. That puts 1,948 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Demographic statistics compiled by AreaSearch, drawing from ABS releases and newly confirmed locations in the suburb of Baynton (WA), indicate the community size has reached approximately 5,202 residents as of May 2026. Compared to the 4,496 citizens documented during the 2021 Census, this represents a gain of 706 people (15.7%). This current figure of 5,202 was calculated by evaluating the ABS June 2025 regional population datasets alongside 57 new addresses verified since the census. The local density stands at 1,948 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds typical figures across the country.
The 15.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census paced ahead of the national benchmark (9.3%) and the Rest of WA, placing the locality among regional expansion frontrunners. Natural increase was the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 64.0% of the population growth in recent times. Future estimations rely on SA2 projections published in 2024 by Geoscience Australia and the ABS using 2022 as a baseline. For locations lacking this coverage, or to project changes beyond 2032, calculations incorporate age-specific growth trajectories from the 2023 capital city projections based on 2022 statistics. Looking forward, the suburb of Baynton (WA) is projected to experience a growth rate slightly below the median for regional Australia, adding 385 residents by 2041 according to collective SA2 models, which represents an overall gain of 7.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
29 new dwellings have been approved in Baynton (WA) over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 62, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Building metrics indicate that the area averages about 5 annual residential development approvals, with 29 residential properties approved throughout the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 57 approvals registered during the current FY-26. Because approximately 16.3 new residents arrived for each completed residence during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand heavily outstrips supply, which generally elevates pricing and intensifies buyer competition. The average value of these new builds is $752,000, pointing to a focus by developers on upmarket, premium properties. Non-residential approvals amounted to $44,000 this financial year, reflecting minimal commercial building progress.
Building volume in this locality is substantially lower than in the Rest of WA, trailing the regional average per capita by 66.0%. Such limited construction typically reinforces the value of established housing, even with recent gains in building approvals. This activity level is also below the countrywide average, reflecting the established character of the neighborhood and potential zoning constraints. Additionally, all new residential construction consisted of detached dwellings, preserving the low-density suburban character that appeals to buyers seeking space. A ratio of 488 residents per approval underlines a mature local market. Projections indicate the locality will add 385 citizens by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly calculation. If building approvals continue at their current pace, housing additions may fall short of population gains, potentially driving up competition among purchasers and sustaining upward price trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Baynton (WA), worth an estimated $150 million. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, sports & recreation and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning changes, and major works heavily influence property performance. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Relevant works include Madigan at Baynton West, Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre, Tambrey Village Shopping Centre, and the Karratha Senior High School Upgrade.
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Madigan at Baynton West
Madigan at Baynton West is a major residential development in Karratha designed to provide affordable living and essential worker housing. The estate is a key component of the Karratha Urea Project's workforce strategy, with developer Perdaman constructing 133 homes to accommodate its permanent operational staff. As of early 2026, over 30 homes have been delivered with another 30 under active construction. The project features climate-responsive design, a 1.38-hectare landscaped public open space, and proximity to Baynton West Primary School.Future stages include plans for approximately 250 additional lots, a childcare center, and a new primary school to support long-term regional growth.
Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre
Karratha's first dedicated homemaker centre, featuring a 7,600 square meter Bunnings Warehouse and nine large format retail tenancies. As the only Bunnings in the Pilbara region, it services local demand for DIY, hardware, furniture, electrical appliances, and white goods. The project is located adjacent to residential developments and the Gap Ridge Industrial Estate, with the retail trade market in the area expected to reach 249 million AUD by 2026. Construction officially commenced on April 1, 2026.
The Quarter Karratha
Mixed-use civic, retail and commercial precinct anchored by The Quarter HQ office/retail building, a city square and 46 service worker apartments, delivered as part of the Karratha city centre revitalisation.
Western Edge
A 160-hectare master-planned community in South Hedland designed to transform underutilized land into a residential hub for over 3,000 residents. The project received a major 75.2 million AUD funding boost in the 2026-27 WA State Budget to deliver the first 121 lots across Stages 1 and 2. It includes enabling infrastructure for water, power, and telecommunications, as well as public open space. The full project has the potential for up to 1,000 lots, including social housing.
South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation
Comprehensive revitalisation of South Hedland's Town Centre featuring a new main street, vibrant Town Square, public open spaces, road realignment, landscape treatments, underground services, and medium-to-high density mixed-use development opportunities. The project transforms the town centre into a modern hub designed for people, business, and investment. Premium development lots are now available for sale with infrastructure already in place.
South Hedland Residential Land Development
Residential land subdivision in South Hedland with fully serviced single residential lots (power, water, NBN ready) available for purchase. Lots are in established streets including Buzzard Street and Gannet Street, supporting affordable home building in the Pilbara region.
South Hedland Town Square
Public open space adjacent to South Hedland Shopping Centre featuring grassed outdoor amphitheatre, children's playground, public amenities, and landscaped areas. Serves as a community gathering place and event venue for local celebrations and activities.
Hedland Health Campus
A modern 12,000sqm single-level health facility serving as the regional healthcare hub for the Pilbara. The campus features four main pavilions housing a 24-hour emergency department, ambulatory care, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and mental health services. Designed with a unique heat-buffer roof system and cyclone-rated materials to withstand extreme regional climates.
2,965 residents of Baynton (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 3,017. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 82.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 3,761, about 72% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Baynton boasts a capable labor pool where key service industries hold strong representation, an unemployment figure of 1.7%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.4% during the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,965 residents are employed while the unemployment rate sits at 1.8% below Regional WA's rate of 3.5%, and workforce participation exceeds standard levels at 82.0% compared to Regional WA's 65.6%. Census data indicates that only 3.1% of residents were working from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
Local jobs are concentrated in the fields of mining, education & training, and public administration & safety. The workforce displays a clear concentration in mining, employing residents at 1.6 times the regional rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is barely represented at 0.1% of local employment, compared to 9.3% across the region. The residential focus of the neighborhood appears to restrict local employment opportunities, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against local jobs. Based on local data from Jobs and Skills Australia, the latest 12-month cycle recorded a 3.4% rise in employed residents and a 3.5% expansion of the labor force, leading to a minor 0.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This compares favorably to Regional WA, which saw jobs contract by 0.1% and the labor force grow by 0.3%, leading to a rise of 0.4 percentage points. National employment trends from May-25 offer additional perspective on potential local hiring. These estimates, looking five and ten years ahead, have been aligned with the local industry mix. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry sectors will perform differently. Applying these trends to the local workforce suggests employment might grow by 5.4% over five years and 11.9% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Baynton (WA) is $3,390 a week (about $176,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,665 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $92,075 a year against an average of $108,444. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Tax data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year places local incomes in the top percentile nationwide. Taxpayers recorded a median income of $92,075 and an average of $108,444, compared to Regional WA figures of $59,973 and $74,392. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $102,139 and an average of $120,297 as of March 2026. According to census findings, household, family, and individual earnings all place in the 99th to 99th percentiles nationwide. The largest income bracket contains 38.7% of residents (2,013 people) earning weekly incomes of $4000+, whereas the dominant regional bracket is $1,500 - 2,999 at 31.1%.
High earners represent a major segment, with 60.4% earning more than $3,000 per week. After housing expenses, households retain 89.6% of their earnings, and the local SEIFA ranking for income sits in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Baynton (WA) had 1,296 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 4% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 69% rented and 4% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $315 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 9.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 15.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The census recorded that residential properties consisted of 89.6% houses and 10.4% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional WA percentages of 88.5% and 11.6% respectively. Home ownership rates were quite low at 4.3% compared to Regional WA, with the rest of the market split between mortgaged properties (26.9%) and rental accommodation (68.8%). Typical monthly mortgage costs of $2,200 were well above the regional average of $1,560, while typical weekly rent was $315 compared to $265 across Regional WA. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent values are below the countrywide benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Baynton (WA) counted 1,296 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,500 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 78.6% of households, consisting of couples with children at 49.7%, couples without children at 21.8%, and single parents at 6.5%. The remaining 21.4% are non-family households, with single-person households at 18.2% and group houses at 3.6%. The typical household size is 3.0 people, exceeding the Regional WA average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.3% of adults in Baynton (WA) hold a university qualification, including 17.5% with a bachelor degree and 4.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 36.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 827 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 990 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The academic profile of this community is distinct, with university degrees held by 25.3% of residents aged 15+, compared to 17.6% across the Rest of WA and 19.8% in the SA3 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 17.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational training is also prominent, with 47.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificate qualifications (36.2%). Academic enrollment is high, with 41.2% of the population studying. Primary school students account for 18.8% of residents, secondary students make up 11.7%, and tertiary students comprise 2.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Baynton (WA) means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit options include 2 stops serviced by bus routes. These stops accommodate 2 routes that provide a total of 20 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 518 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most workers commute elsewhere, and private vehicles are the main transport mode at 93%. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A low 3.1% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 2 daily trips per route, translating to about 10 weekly trips at each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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82.7% of residents in Baynton (WA) report no long-term health condition. 1.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 70.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators across the community are strong, with low rates of chronic illness and mortality reported among both younger and older cohorts, and private health coverage is remarkably high at roughly 70% of residents (3,654 people). This contrasts with coverage rates of 56.4% in Regional WA and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequent diagnoses, affecting 6.7% and 5.7% of residents. Meanwhile, 82.7% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 69.3% in Regional WA. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise just 1.5% of the local population (78 people), far below the Regional WA proportion of 19.2%.
Senior health outcomes are especially strong, ranking higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Baynton (WA) is largely Australian-born, at 79.0% of residents, with 12.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (29.4%) and English (26.6%). 5.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is higher than average, with 21.0% of the population born outside Australia and 12.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 39.3% of the community. Judaism is notably overrepresented at 0.2% compared to the regional average of 0.0%. The leading ancestral backgrounds are Australian at 29.4%, English at 26.6%, and Other at 8.4%. The community also has higher concentrations of residents with heritage from New Zealand at 1.3% (compared to 0.9% regionally), Maori at 1.3% (compared to 1.0%), and South Australia at 0.9% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Baynton (WA) is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 28.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 31 years makes the population much younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the Australian average of 38. There is a high concentration of residents aged 35 - 44 (21.6%) and very few aged 65 - 74 (1.4%). The proportion of 35 - 44 year-olds is well above the national level of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, this cohort has grown from 20.6% to 21.6%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 21.2% to 20.0%. Projections to 2041 indicate demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow by 23%, adding 209 residents to reach 1,109, while declines are expected among residents aged 75 to 84 and 65 to 74.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Baynton (WA)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 57 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,496 at the 2021 Census → 5,202 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50081). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.