Beaconsfield (WA)

Population growth drivers in Beaconsfield are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

The population of the Beaconsfield (WA) statistical area (Lv2), as estimated by AreaSearch, was around 5,965 as of Nov 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 650 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,315 people in Beaconsfield (WA) (SA2). The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 5,932 residents following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release (June 2024), along with an additional 26 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,185 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 12.2% since the 2021 census surpassed the national average of 9.7%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 75.0% to overall population gains in recent periods, although all drivers were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 growth estimation, AreaSearch uses ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Projecting forward with these trends, an above-median population growth is expected for the area, with a projected increase of 902 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 13.6% over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis, Beaconsfield has experienced around 30 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years from FY21 to FY25. This totals an estimated 153 homes. So far in FY26, seven approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.5 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built during this period.

Commercial development approvals totalled $13.1 million in FY26. Beaconsfield maintains similar construction rates per person compared to Greater Perth but has seen a slowdown in recent years. New building activity comprises 68% detached dwellings and 32% townhouses or apartments, providing options across different price points.

With around 306 people per dwelling approval, Beaconsfield shows a developing market. Population forecasts indicate the area will gain 812 residents by 2041. Existing development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Beaconsfield has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely impacting this region. Major initiatives include Stockland Nara, Cockburn Coast Redevelopment, OneOneFive Hamilton Hill, and Stock Road Pedestrian Bridge. The following details projects expected to have the most relevance.

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The employment environment in Beaconsfield shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Beaconsfield has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.5%, lower than the Greater Perth average of 4%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.2%. As of September 2025, 3,355 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.5% below Greater Perth's rate. Workforce participation in Beaconsfield is similar to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services.

Education & training has a particularly strong share of employment, at 1.5 times the regional level. Retail trade, however, is under-represented with only 6.8% of Beaconsfield's workforce compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment in Beaconsfield increased by 4.2%, while labour force increased by 4.5%, resulting in a rise of 0.3 percentage points in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Beaconsfield. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Beaconsfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows Beaconsfield's median income at $58,616 and average income at $81,617. Greater Perth has a median income of $60,748 and an average of $80,248. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $64,255 (median) and $89,469 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62%. Census data indicates Beaconsfield's household, family, and personal incomes are around the 60th percentile nationally. Income brackets show 26.0% of locals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, with 30.1% earning above $3,000 weekly. High housing costs consume 15.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile nationally. Beaconsfield's SEIFA income ranking is in the 7th decile.

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

Beaconsfield's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 79.4% houses and 20.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Perth metro's structure of 61.2% houses and 38.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Beaconsfield stood at 37.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.6% and rented dwellings at 26.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,300, higher than Perth metro's average of $2,167. Median weekly rent in Beaconsfield was $350, compared to Perth metro's $379. Nationally, Beaconsfield's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Beaconsfield features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.2% of all households, including 28.9% couples with children, 25.5% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.8%, with lone person households at 27.4% and group households making up 4.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.3.

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

Beaconsfield's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 39.6% hold university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in Western Australia (WA) and 28.6% in the SA4 region. This educational advantage positions Beaconsfield favourably for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 25.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 9.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%.

Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 28.6% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 17.8%. Educational participation is high in Beaconsfield, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 34 active transport stops in Beaconsfield, served by buses via 15 routes. These offer 2,828 weekly passenger trips. Average distance to nearest stop is 173 meters.

Daily service averages 404 trips across all routes, equating to about 83 weekly trips per stop.

Beaconsfield'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 relatively positive outcomes for Beaconsfield residents. Prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.

Approximately 60% of the total population (3,555 people) have private health cover, compared to 67.1% across Greater Perth. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and arthritis, affecting 8.1% and 7.8% of residents respectively. 70.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.6% across Greater Perth. There are 19.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,181 people). Health outcomes among seniors in Beaconsfield are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Beaconsfield, surveyed in June 2016, had a higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 16.9% of residents speaking languages other than English at home and 29.7% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion, accounting for 42.5%. Notably, Judaism was proportionally similar to Greater Perth's 0.3%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.4%), Australian (19.9%), and Irish (9.6%). Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: Croatian at 2.4% (regional average 1.4%), Welsh at 0.9% (1.0%), and Italian at 9.6% (6.5%).

Beaconsfield's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Beaconsfield is 42 years, significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The 45-54 age group constitutes 14.2% of the population, compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 11.3%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has increased from 10.1% to 10.9%, whereas the 0-4 cohort has decreased from 6.3% to 5.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes in Beaconsfield. Notably, the 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 59% (249 people), reaching 673 from 423. The combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 58% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 5-14 and 0-4 cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.