Bellevue (WA)

An assessment of population growth drivers in Bellevue reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Bellevue (WA) statistical area (Lv2)'s estimated population is around 1,682. This reflects an increase of 168 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,514. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 1,616 residents following examination of ABS' latest ERP data release (June 2024), along with an additional 19 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 549 persons per square kilometer. Bellevue's 11.1% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.7%). Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises ABS' latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population dynamics anticipate an above median growth for national statistical areas, with the area projected to increase by 304 persons to 2041, reflecting a 16.3% total increase over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Bellevue when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Bellevue has averaged around 12 new dwelling approvals each year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 64 homes. So far in FY-26, 10 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.9 new residents arrive per year for every new home approved between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balance between supply and demand.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $374,000, slightly above the regional average. In this financial year, there have been $26.3 million in commercial approvals, showing moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Perth, Bellevue has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 80th percentile nationally. New development consists of 30.0% detached houses and 70.0% medium and high-density housing, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 84.0% houses). Bellevue reflects a developing area with around 136 people per approval.

Population forecasts indicate Bellevue will gain 274 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Bellevue has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified three projects expected to affect this region: METRONET High Wycombe Station & Transit Oriented Development, Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Expansion), New Junction Precinct, and The Avenues Midland.

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The labour market performance in Bellevue lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Bellevue's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are strongly represented, with an unemployment rate of 10.3% as of the past year.

Employment growth was estimated at 2.2%. As of September 2025846 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.3%, higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Transport, postal & warehousing shows notable concentration, at 1.7 times the regional average. Professional & technical services have limited presence, with 3.3% employment compared to the regional 8.2%. There are 1.8 workers per resident, indicating Bellevue functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.2%, while the labour force grew by 1.7%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bellevue's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Bellevue's income level aligns with national averages, per latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb's median income is $55,309 and average income stands at $66,964, compared to Greater Perth's figures of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates are approximately $60,630 (median) and $73,406 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes rank modestly in Bellevue, between the 21st and 34th percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 31.7% of the population (533 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 32.0% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.1% of income remaining, ranking at the 19th percentile.

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

Bellevue's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 84.1% houses and 15.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 89.1% houses and 10.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bellevue was at 28.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.0% and rented ones at 28.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Bellevue was $1,500, below Perth metro's average of $1,842. The median weekly rent in Bellevue was $300, compared to Perth metro's $340. Nationally, Bellevue's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 60.3% of all households, including 21.1% couples with children, 22.2% couples without children, and 14.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 39.7%, with lone person households at 34.3% and group households comprising 5.4%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 33.2%. A total of 24.6% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.5% in primary, 6.3% in secondary, and 2.9% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.6% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Bellevue has 18 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 8 different routes, offering a total of 770 weekly passenger trips. The city's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents located an average of 222 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 110 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 42 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bellevue is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Bellevue faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is more common here than average, at approximately 54% (~904 people). Mental health issues affect 11.3% of residents, followed by arthritis at 9.5%. However, 62.5% report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Perth. Bellevue has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 17.6% (296 people), compared to 12.6% in Greater Perth. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are better than the general population in many metrics.

In terms of cultural diversity, Bellevue records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bellevue's cultural diversity was found to be above average, with 10.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 24.1% born overseas. The dominant religion in Bellevue is Christianity, making up 41.5% of the population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprises 0.7% of Bellevue's population, compared to 2.4% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English at 32.2%, Australian at 26.6%, and Scottish at 7.2%. There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Polish is overrepresented at 1.3% compared to 0.8% regionally, Hungarian at 0.4% versus 0.2%, and New Zealand at 0.9% versus 1.0%.

Bellevue's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Bellevue has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and Australia's median age of 38 years. The 55-64 cohort is notably over-represented in Bellevue at 13.7%, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 10.4%. From 2021 to present, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 14.6% to 15.8%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 4.0% to 5.2%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.2% to 11.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Bellevue's age profile will significantly evolve. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow by 66 people (76%), increasing from 87 to 154. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 56% of total population growth, reflecting Bellevue's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 35 to 44 and 5 to 14 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.