Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Bentley (WA) has an estimated 11,230 residents, up 24.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Bentley (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Bentley (WA) lies about 7.6 kilometres southeast of Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 11,230 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts that are released yearly and on national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 2,179 people (24.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,051 people.
The suburb has a high population born overseas, an above-average renting population and a strong presence of semi-detached housing. It shows a notable proportion of 15 to 24 year olds and an elevated 25 to 34 year old demographic, alongside a pronounced administrative employment base. Its residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, while elderly residents are largely living in lone person and group households. The area is highly culturally diverse, has lower-quartile income levels and shows moderate population growth.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Bentley (WA) lies about 7.6 kilometres southeast of Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 11,230 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts that are released yearly and on national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 2,179 people (24.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,051 people.
The suburb has a high population born overseas, an above-average renting population and a strong presence of semi-detached housing. It shows a notable proportion of 15 to 24 year olds and an elevated 25 to 34 year old demographic, alongside a pronounced administrative employment base. Its residents include a high proportion of teenagers as well as young adults, while elderly residents are largely living in lone person and group households. The area is highly culturally diverse, has lower-quartile income levels and shows moderate population growth.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,435 in 2006 and 11,186 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,230 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 27.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 26.8%.
Bentley (WA) ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 93rd 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 Bentley (WA) is $598 a week, up 44.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 17% below Greater Perth.
17% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $598 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +44.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Canning | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canning, over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 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 - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 7 tracked applications: 5 approved, 2 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Bentley (WA) (3 under construction) and 37 more in the surrounding area.
A $163 million redevelopment of the Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University's Bentley campus into Hockey Australia's national hockey centre. The project includes four outdoor pitches, with at least two to International Hockey Federation Category 1 standard, an indoor hockey centre with FIH-standard courts, a 1,000-seat stadium expandable to 10,000 in…
Research-led digital twin project at Curtin University's Bentley campus supporting the Pathways to Net Zero Precincts program. The project is piloting an integrated digital twin platform using real-time building sensor data to improve space utilisation, operational energy efficiency, Consumer Energy Resource integration, and precinct-scale decarbonisation.
Western Australia's premier state football facility, located in Queens Park within the Queens Park Regional Open Space. The Stage 1 build, completed and opened in October 2023 at a cost of around 50.8 million dollars, delivered two floodlit full-size hybrid turf pitches, three five-a-side pitches, a 700-seat tiered grandstand, change rooms, a sport science…
Wanju Welcome Bentley St James is a community-led neighbourhood revitalisation initiative by the City of Canning, creating a welcoming environment where residents feel a sense of belonging and can actively shape the neighbourhood's story.
Heartwood Bentley is an urban renewal precinct within the 31-hectare Bentley Redevelopment Area in the City of Canning, approximately 8 km south of the Perth CBD. DevelopmentWA is transforming 21 hectares of government-owned land into a modern, sustainable neighbourhood delivering up to 1000 new homes, with a target of one in seven being social housing.
A major urban renewal project transforming 21 hectares of State Government-owned land - the former Brownlie Towers and sand quarry site - within a broader 31-hectare redevelopment area in Bentley, 8km south of Perth CBD. The project will deliver up to 1,000 homes including detached, terrace, medium-density and apartment options.
A $27.5 million three-storey mixed-use development by Fabcot Pty Ltd (Woolworths Group) at the corner of Albany Highway and Shepperton Road, East Victoria Park.
Curtin University Building 316 is a five-storey, 22,000-square-metre dedicated sciences building housing the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences and the WA School of Mines.
Adaptive heritage redevelopment of the state heritage-listed Edward Millen House and surrounding buildings into a vibrant community hospitality precinct.
Staged redevelopment of the Kent Street Weir Precinct on the Canning River, delivered by the City of Canning as a major community recreation and environmental upgrade.
Proposed mixed-use development comprising 73 residential apartments across three storeys with ground-floor commercial tenancies. The site is situated along the Bank Street corridor near the East Victoria Park commercial precinct. Development approval was assessed and granted by the Town of Victoria Park under local planning framework provisions.
Medium-density residential infill project by Cedar Woods, proposing approximately 180 apartments and townhouses, located directly opposite the new Oats Street Station as part of the METRONET East redevelopment area.
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Estimated completion year of the 16 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 5, 2027 3, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 7 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bentley (WA) over the period covered (about 2.6 years), 2 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2024 (part year) 4, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 65 | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bentley include: Wyong Reserve Sporting Facilities Upgrade (Construction); Australian Hockey Centre (Construction); Juniper Rowethorpe Master Plan (Approved); Curtin University Net Zero Precinct Digital Twin (Planning); and Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bentley spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Communities, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Bentley higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bentley area has seen 150 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bentley's current population of 11,230 has been supported by 65 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bentley has seen 6.5 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 147 people in the suburb of Bentley, 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 Bentley's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 65, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bentley has grown by approximately 1,678 people, while 326 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Bentley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,230 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +24.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,088 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,051 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,179 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.38 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bentley was estimated to be approximately 11,230 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,186 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of bentley has added approximately 2,179 people and shown a 24.07% increase from the 9,051 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bentley is estimated at 2,087 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bentley has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bentley is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Bentley hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 30 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 50.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.5% | 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 | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 23.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bentley at 30 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Bentley is 7 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 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 Bentley compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 27.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bentley compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 3.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bentley show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.8% vs 2.0%) and 15-24 year-olds (23.1% vs 12.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 55-64 year-olds (3.7% vs 10.6%) and 5-14 year-olds (5.7% vs 12.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 8.9% of the population in the suburb of Bentley as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.5% of the population in the suburb of Bentley as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $43,831 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $53,529 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,212 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $618 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,576 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 36.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bentley is approximately $46,917. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $43,831.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bentley is approximately $57,297. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $53,529.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bentley is approximately $46,917 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $43,831 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bentley is approximately $57,297 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,529 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bentley's households (~26.8% / 871 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bentley is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 26.8% 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 Bentley is $1,212/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bentley is $1,576/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bentley is $618/wk.
The suburb of Bentley's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Bentley's median income among taxpayers is $43,831 and the average income stands at $53,529, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $46,917 (median) and $57,297 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bentley is $4,065 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of bentley's disposable income is $4,065 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Bentley has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,181 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,206 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,558 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bentley has approximately 6,181 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.7%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bentley stands at 5.7%, which is 1.6 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bentley is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.2% of employment), accommodation & food (13.6%), and retail trade (12.4%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bentley has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bentley is 64.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of bentley shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 13.6% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of bentley's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Bentley 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 | 24.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 42.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
39.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bentley have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
33.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bentley have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of bentley ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bentley are: Bachelor Degree (24.8%), Certificate (15.5%), Postgraduate (12.3%).
42.7% of the population in the suburb of Bentley is currently engaged in formal education, including 5.8% in primary school, 3.7% in secondary school, 23.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bentley is 1026, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Bentley, with a combined enrollment of approximately 744 students.
The suburb of bentley includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Bentley features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,252 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,035 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 45.4% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bentley had 3,252 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 24.1% to an estimated 4,035 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bentley is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 45.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (38.9%), group households (15.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,476 family households, couples with children account for 15.2% of all households, couples without children at home 20.4%, and single parent families 7.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Bentley shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 38.9% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 45.4% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Bentley have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 30.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 49.0% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 38.9% of all households in the suburb of Bentley, higher 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 15.6% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Bentley 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 | 59.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 48.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 51.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 55.4% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 40.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Bentley is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 48.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 59.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Bentley was found to be Christianity, which makes up 36.0% of people in Bentley. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 10.3% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.7%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bentley are Other, comprising 25.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 18.5% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 14.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Bentley (vs 0.3% across Greater Perth), Chinese at 11.9% (vs 4.0%) and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (vs 0.2%).
59.2% of the suburb of Bentley population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
48.9% of the population in the suburb of Bentley speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.1% of the suburb of Bentley population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
55.4% of the suburb of Bentley population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bentley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 65.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 16.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 37.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,555 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 18.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 48.6% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bentley, 16.6% of homes are owned outright, 18.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 65.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 37.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Bentley are houses.
In the suburb of Bentley, 14.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 48.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bentley stands at 16.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bentley is $1,555, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bentley is $1,187, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bentley, households with mortgages typically spend 29.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bentley is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bentley shows mortgage holders spending 29.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 26.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bentley consists of 37.3% detached houses, 48.6% semi-detached dwellings, 14.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bentley consumes approximately 22.6% of median household income ($5,248 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bentley show attached dwellings contributing 39% of approvals compared to 63% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 61% of applications versus 37% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Bentley is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.0% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Around 46.4% of people in the suburb of Bentley are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Bentley, 7.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.5% of people in the suburb of Bentley are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.0% of the suburb of Bentley population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the suburb of Bentley have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bentley, 46.4% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 96 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 96th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 99 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,672 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 113 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 30 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 99 public transport stops within the suburb of Bentley.
The suburb of Bentley has 6,672 weekly trips across 30 routes, averaging 953 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 144 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 508 m away and the nearest child care centre 508 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 99 stops nearby, 6,672 weekly trips, access rating 96 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 80th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 508 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 508 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 587 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 611 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 722 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Bentley higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Bentley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 38% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bentley (WA) is $598 a week, +44.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Bentley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Bentley hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Bentley has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
The educational profile of Bentley ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Bentley features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Bentley is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bentley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Bentley is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bentley (WA) has an estimated 11,230 residents, up 24.1% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Bentley (WA).
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 Bentley (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. 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 (SAL50111). 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), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Bentley (WA) 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 Bentley (WA) 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.
