Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Bennett Springs has an estimated 7,802 residents, up 31.6% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Bennett Springs.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Bennett Springs is located 13 kilometres northeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,802 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data that is updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,873 people (31.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,929 people.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the suburb has strong mortgage holder representation alongside a high population level born overseas. Household sizes are above average, detached housing leads the local market, and there is a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44. The area shows a high proportion of teenagers, and its working-age population is made up largely of family households and couples with children. Bennett Springs is highly culturally diverse, and its population growth reflects strong expansion patterns. The most recent population estimate is dated Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Bennett Springs is located 13 kilometres northeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 7,802 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data that is updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,873 people (31.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,929 people.
Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the suburb has strong mortgage holder representation alongside a high population level born overseas. Household sizes are above average, detached housing leads the local market, and there is a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44. The area shows a high proportion of teenagers, and its working-age population is made up largely of family households and couples with children. Bennett Springs is highly culturally diverse, and its population growth reflects strong expansion patterns. The most recent population estimate is dated Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,963 in 2006 and 7,731 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,802 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 17.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 41.6%.
Bennett Springs ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for development activity and the 90th for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Bennett Springs is $845 a week, up 10.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 17% above Greater Perth.
17% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $845 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Swan | $741 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Swan, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North East, over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 11 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 52 projects in and around Bennett Springs, 13 of them under construction.
Roe Estate is a residential infill redevelopment of the former John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School site in Beechboro.
Iluma Private Estate is a 58.77-hectare masterplanned residential community by Mirvac in Bennett Springs.
The project involves the continued enhancement and expansion of the Springs Shopping Centre to accommodate the growing Bennett Springs and…
The Ballajura Station Precinct Improvement Scheme No. 1 is a statutory planning framework established to facilitate a transit-oriented town…
Future railway station planned for Bennett Springs East as part of the METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line.
Masterplanned community in Dayton delivering over 800 residential lots with parks, a primary school site, and direct access to the Whiteman…
Masterplanned residential estate in Dayton delivering multiple staged land releases and house and land packages.
A Water Corporation program to upgrade water and wastewater networks in Perth's north-eastern corridor, including Ellenbrook, Aveley and…
A future mixed-use district centre for the Dayton and Brabham communities, anchored by the now-open Whiteman Park Station on the Ellenbrook…
Boutique residential estate with lot sizes 300-451m2, prices from $269,000.
District community centre next to Jungle Park delivering function halls, meeting rooms, food preparation areas, storerooms and an external…
Large master-planned residential community in the heart of Bennett Springs featuring over 600 homes, parks, playgrounds and landscaped…
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 4, 2027 8, 2028 9, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 11 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bennett Springs over the period covered (about 4.2 years), 2 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 5, 2023 0, 2024 2, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 10.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 69 | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bennett Springs include: Reid Highway Interchanges Project (Altone Road & Drumpellier Drive) (Construction); Iluma Private Estate (Construction); Roe Estate (Construction); Bennett Springs East Station (Future) (Planning); and Dayton Central (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bennett Springs spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Bennett Springs higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bennett Springs area has seen 172 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bennett Springs's current population of 7,802 has been supported by 69 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bennett Springs has seen 10.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 87 people in the suburb of Bennett Springs, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bennett Springs's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 69, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs has grown by approximately 1,739 people, while 344 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Bennett Springs are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,802 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +31.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,829 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,929 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,873 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.27 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bennett Springs was estimated to be approximately 7,802 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,731 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bennett Springs has added approximately 1,873 people and shown a 31.59% increase from the 5,929 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bennett Springs is estimated at 1,827 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bennett Springs is driven by: Interstate migration (43.0%), Overseas migration (31.0%), Natural increase (26.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 43.0% of overall population gains.
Bennett Springs hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 30.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bennett Springs at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Bennett Springs is 5 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bennett Springs compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 16.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bennett Springs compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 4.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bennett Springs show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (16.5% vs 12.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (2.3% vs 5.5%) and 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.0% of the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.9% of the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,063 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,168 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,077 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $781 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,109 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is approximately $64,291. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,063.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is approximately $75,108. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,168.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is approximately $64,291 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,063 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is approximately $75,108 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,168 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bennett Springs's households (~41.6% / 709 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bennett Springs is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 41.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $2,077/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $2,109/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $781/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is slightly lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $60,063 while the average income stands at $70,168. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $64,047 and an average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,291 (median) and $75,108 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $7,535 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bennett Springs's disposable income is $7,535 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment positions Bennett Springs ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,211 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,673 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,395 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bennett Springs has approximately 4,211 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bennett Springs stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bennett Springs is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.4% of employment), retail trade (13.1%), and construction (9.0%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bennett Springs has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bennett Springs is 73.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Bennett Springs shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 13.1% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bennett Springs's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Bennett Springs ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 35.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
21.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bennett Springs have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
45.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bennett Springs have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Bennett Springs ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bennett Springs are: Certificate (22.8%), Bachelor Degree (15.8%), Advanced Diploma (9.8%).
35.2% of the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.5% in primary school, 10.5% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bennett Springs is 1071, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Bennett Springs, with a combined enrollment of approximately 301 students.
The suburb of Bennett Springs includes 2 primary schools.
Bennett Springs features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.4 people | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 52.6% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 18.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,704 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,242 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bennett Springs had 1,704 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 31.6% to an estimated 2,242 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bennett Springs is 3.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.9%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,452 family households, couples with children account for 52.6% of all households, couples without children at home 18.3%, and single parent families 13.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Bennett Springs shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.2% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.9% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bennett Springs have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 11.9% of all households in the suburb of Bennett Springs, notably lower than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.9% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Bennett Springs is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 49.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Bennett Springs scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 49.2% of its population born overseas and 52.1% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Bennett Springs was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.5% of people in Bennett Springs. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 18.1% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bennett Springs are Other, comprising 28.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, Australian, comprising 16.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and English, comprising 15.3% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Vietnamese is notably overrepresented at 6.0% of Bennett Springs (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Indian at 8.4% (vs 2.6%) and Serbian at 0.8% (vs 0.3%).
49.2% of the suburb of Bennett Springs population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
52.1% of the population in the suburb of Bennett Springs speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.2% of the suburb of Bennett Springs population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.0% of the suburb of Bennett Springs population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bennett Springs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,800 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $418 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bennett Springs, 18.7% of homes are owned outright, 65.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Bennett Springs are houses.
In the suburb of Bennett Springs, 1.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bennett Springs stands at 18.7%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $1,800, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bennett Springs is $1,465, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bennett Springs, households with mortgages typically spend 20.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bennett Springs is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bennett Springs shows mortgage holders spending 20.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.1% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bennett Springs consists of 96.8% detached houses, 1.5% semi-detached dwellings, 1.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bennett Springs consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($8,993 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bennett Springs show attached dwellings contributing 9% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 91% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Bennett Springs's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
Around 53.1% of people in the suburb of Bennett Springs are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Bennett Springs, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the suburb of Bennett Springs are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.5% of the suburb of Bennett Springs population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.9% of people in the suburb of Bennett Springs have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bennett Springs, 53.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 60 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 60th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 26 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,409 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 281 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 26 public transport stops within the suburb of Bennett Springs.
The suburb of Bennett Springs has 1,409 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 201 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 266 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 373 m away and the nearest supermarket 893 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 26 stops nearby, 1,409 weekly trips, access rating 60 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 22 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 373 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 893 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 931 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Bennett Springs higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Bennett Springs has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bennett Springs is $845 a week, +10.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Bennett Springs are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bennett Springs hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch assessment positions Bennett Springs ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance.
The educational profile of Bennett Springs ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Bennett Springs features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Bennett Springs is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bennett Springs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Bennett Springs's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bennett Springs has an estimated 7,802 residents, up 31.6% since the 2021 Census, with 52 projects tracked in the area around Bennett Springs.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Bennett Springs.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50110). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Bennett Springs from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Bennett Springs with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
