Belmont (WA)

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

According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Belmont (WA) has an estimated population of 7,941 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 982 people (14.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 6,959 residents. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 7,929 estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP release and 47 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. The population size yields a density of 1,817 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio observed across locations nationwide assessed by AreaSearch. The 14.1% expansion rate in the suburb of Belmont (WA) since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%), positioning it as a regional growth leader. Population gains in the area were almost entirely supported by overseas migration, which served as virtually the sole source of growth in recent times.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate expansion in the years following 2032, AreaSearch applies cohort-specific growth rates from the latest Greater Capital Region projections published by the ABS in 2023 using 2022 data. Looking ahead at demographic patterns for the suburb of Belmont (WA), population growth is projected to land slightly below the national median, with the locality expected to add 937 persons by 2041 under combined SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 11.7% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Belmont among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on analysis of ABS building approvals data distributed from statistical areas, Belmont has averaged approximately 63 new home approvals annually, with an estimated 319 dwellings approved during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 32 during FY-26 to date. An average of 2.1 people per year relocated to the area for every new dwelling built during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demonstrating strong demand that supports local property values. Newly constructed homes carry an average value of $410,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium market. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $38.5 million during this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment.

Relative to Greater Perth, Belmont records 52.0% more new home approvals per capita, providing purchasers with a wide selection of choices. Recent residential approvals consist of 32.0% detached homes and 68.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on higher-density options provides more affordable purchasing options and draws in investors, first-time buyers, and downsizers. This marks a major shift from the established housing profile (which stands at 76.0% houses), reflecting a decline in available development parcels while meeting changing buyer preferences and budget needs. With roughly 110 people for each approved dwelling, Belmont exhibits the hallmarks of a developing area.

Demographic projections indicate Belmont will add 925 residents by 2041, using the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Considering current construction trends, the supply of new housing is well-positioned to satisfy this demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially supporting population growth above current forecasts.

Belmont has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 22 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Perth Airport New Runway, the Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre Redevelopment and Upgrades, the Wyndham Hotel Ascot (250 Great Eastern Highway), and the Bel-Air Apartments on Great Eastern Highway, with the following list highlighting those of greatest interest.

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The employment landscape in Belmont shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Belmont features a well-educated labor force, with a significant presence of industrial and manufacturing sectors, a jobless rate of 5.0%, and an annual employment growth estimate of 2.1% based on statistical area figures aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 4,666 local residents were employed, while the unemployment rate sat 0.8% higher than the Greater Perth level of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is typical, sitting at 72.7% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth. Census records indicate that a modest 6.6% of residents worked from home, although this may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, mining, and retail trade. The locality displays a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment proportion is 1.5 times the wider regional average. Conversely, education & training is underrepresented, accounting for 5.8% of local employment compared to 9.2% across the region. With 1.5 workers for each resident at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a major job center, hosting more positions than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs.

Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 2.1% and the labor force grow by 2.5%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. This matches the trends in Greater Perth, where employment increased by 2.0%, the labor force expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment went up by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Belmont. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment structure suggests employment in Belmont will increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection for illustration that does not account for specific local population forecasts.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to the latest postcode ATO data released for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Belmont has a median taxpayer income of $57,346, with an average of $70,314. This sits above the national average, and compares to a median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 would be approximately $63,614 for the median and $77,999 for the average. Census records show individual income at the 61st percentile ($865 weekly), while collective household income sits at the 38th percentile. The local earnings distribution is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which contains 31.7% of residents (2,517 people), consistent with regional patterns where 32.0% fall into this range. Housing costs place significant pressure on local budgets, leaving just 81.5% of income remaining, which ranks at the 37th percentile, while the SEIFA income measure places the suburb in the 4th decile.

Belmont is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The mix of housing in Belmont at the time of the Census consisted of 75.6% separate houses and 24.4% other housing types like semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings across the Perth metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in Belmont lagged behind the metropolitan average, sitting at 22.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with mortgages (31.9%) or tenants (46.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $350, matching the metropolitan figure of $350. On a national level, Belmont's mortgage costs are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are less than the national average of $375.

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

Families make up the largest share of local households at 59.1%, consisting of couples with children (22.1%), couples without children (24.7%), and single parent households (9.9%). The remaining 40.9% are non-family households, which include single person households at 34.0% and group households at 6.9% of the total. The median size of households is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Belmont aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Academic credentials in Belmont are lower than the regional averages, with 28.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 36.6% in the wider SA3 area. This difference points to opportunities for training and academic development. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 35.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification certificates, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (23.9%).

Enrolment in education is strong, with 28.8% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies. This group includes 8.5% in primary schools, 6.6% in higher education, and 5.6% attending secondary schools.

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

Analysis of the local transport network shows 53 active transit stops in Belmont, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 12 different routes, which provide 2,740 passenger journeys each week. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 192 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the area is mainly residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary travel mode at 80% and buses accounting for 9%. Car ownership averages 1.2 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average. A small proportion of 6.6% of residents worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of pandemic restrictions.

The average service frequency across the transit network is 391 journeys per day across all routes, which averages out to approximately 51 weekly services per individual stop.

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

Health assessments point to below-average outcomes in Belmont, based on mortality statistics and the occurrence of chronic conditions, with common issues slightly more frequent than average across both young and old cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 55% of the local population (~4,377 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most prevalent medical conditions reported locally were mental health challenges and asthma, affecting 7.8 and 6.9% of residents, respectively, while 72.5% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Health conditions among working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.2% of the population (1,127 people), which is lower than the 16.1% average in Greater Perth, with national health standings generally matching the broader population.

Belmont is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Belmont displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 32.5% of residents using a language other than English at home and 43.1% born outside Australia. The most common religion is Christianity, accounting for 40.6% of local residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation relative to the wider region is Islam, which accounts for 7.1% of the population compared to 3.2% across Greater Perth.

Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in Belmont are English at 22.6% of the population (below the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 18.6%, and Other at 16.0%. There are also specific ethnic groups with notable differences in local representation: Maori residents account for 1.4% of Belmont (compared to 0.9% across the region), Filipino residents make up 2.7% (compared to 1.4%), and French residents account for 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).

Belmont's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Belmont is 36 years, closely aligning with the Greater Perth average of 37 and sitting slightly below the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Perth region, Belmont has a larger proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (20.3%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (9.7%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 16.1% to 17.1%. In contrast, the group aged 85 and over has decreased from 1.9% to 1.2%. Demographic modeling suggests Belmont's age structure will shift considerably by 2041, with the 75 to 84 age bracket projected to grow by 69%, adding 235 residents to reach a total of 577, while the cohorts aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 are expected to decrease in size.