Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Brentwood (WA) has an estimated 2,251 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 43 projects tracked in the area around Brentwood (WA).
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Brentwood (WA), a convenient 10.2 kilometres south from Perth CBD, has an estimated population of around 2,251 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, when 2,153 people were recorded, the population has increased by 98 people (4.6%).
Brentwood combines severely limited dwelling supply, a well-educated population, a strong semi-detached presence, standout school performance levels and an above-average renting population. The median age is 38, reflecting a fairly standard age composition, while population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The location is described as a family-friendly community with parks, green spaces, lakes, walking trails and picnic opportunities, alongside a shopping centre with retail, dining and entertainment options and a strong network of reputed schools. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Brentwood (WA), a convenient 10.2 kilometres south from Perth CBD, has an estimated population of around 2,251 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, when 2,153 people were recorded, the population has increased by 98 people (4.6%).
Brentwood combines severely limited dwelling supply, a well-educated population, a strong semi-detached presence, standout school performance levels and an above-average renting population. The median age is 38, reflecting a fairly standard age composition, while population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The location is described as a family-friendly community with parks, green spaces, lakes, walking trails and picnic opportunities, alongside a shopping centre with retail, dining and entertainment options and a strong network of reputed schools. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,815 in 2006 and 2,247 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,251 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 26.9%.
Brentwood (WA) ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 83rd for education.
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 Brentwood (WA) is $750 a week, up 5.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% above Greater Perth.
4% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $750 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Melville | $818 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Melville, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 5 tracked applications: 3 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 43 projects in and around Brentwood (WA), 8 of them under construction.
Refurbishment and expansion of the sports building at Karoonda Reserve to enhance local sports infrastructure and support growing female participation. The $1.37 million project delivered universal and gender-neutral access to toilets, showers, and changerooms, alongside a new umpires' room and additional storerooms.
Upgrade and expansion of Mount Pleasant Primary School in Mount Pleasant, Western Australia, including new teaching blocks, an upgraded administration building and a covered assembly area to modernise facilities and support enrolments from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is located at 29 Queens Road, Mount Pleasant, within the City of Melville.
Stage 2 of the Applecross Village Redevelopment focuses on the implementation of the Riseley Activity Centre Structure Plan. The project involves major streetscape upgrades and public realm improvements at the intersection of Sleat Road and Riseley Street to foster a vibrant mixed-use precinct.
Major expansion of Westfield Booragoon from 72,000 square metres to 120,000 square metres across two stages. Stage 1 includes a new entertainment and leisure precinct with a 9-screen Hoyts cinema complex, fresh food precinct with relocated and expanded Woolworths, a new boutique supermarket, food laneway, 53 additional specialty stores, new east-west mall…
A $1.8 billion WA Government project delivering a new 274-bed Women and Babies Hospital at 11 Robin Warren Drive, Murdoch, within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct. It will replace King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide maternity, gynaecology and neonatal services.
Major new four-level library and cultural centre forming the cultural heart of the future Melville City Centre. The project will deliver the City's main library, museum, exhibition galleries, performance and creative spaces, community meeting rooms, children's and youth areas, cafe and public plaza.
Modular transportable homes designed for social and affordable housing with minimal environmental impact, complemented by skills training programs for unemployed and vulnerable individuals. The project is coordinated from the headquarters in Booragoon, WA.
The City of Canning is transforming the Willetton Sports Precinct, formerly known as Burrendah Park, into a multi-generational sport and community hub.
Small infill redevelopment delivering 4 two-storey grouped dwellings at 34A Polglass Way by Sincerity Group/Sincerity Building Group. City of Melville granted development approval in 2022. Sincerity is marketing house-and-land packages for "Polglass Way, Ardross" with guide pricing from $1,410,000, indicating sales/marketing underway.
Boutique residential development comprising four luxury two-storey standalone townhouses on a 791sqm corner lot at 27 Reynolds Road, Applecross. Designed by Urbane in collaboration with DKO Architecture, featuring high-spec three-bedroom and two-bathroom layouts targeting the luxury residential market.
Upgrade and expansion of the Canning Bridge Bus Interchange to adequately meet requirements for existing and future passenger demand. Key features include a larger facility with 12 active and 8 layover stands, grade-separated pedestrian access, and a new southern Principal Shared Path connection.
A major infrastructure planning initiative to upgrade Perth's busiest suburban train station outside the CBD to accommodate rapid growth within the Murdoch Specialised Activity Centre.
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Estimated completion year of the 16 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 2, 2026 4, 2027 2, 2028 3, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 2. 2 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 5 substantial development applications lodged in and around Brentwood (WA) over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 1, 2023 0, 2024 0, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 6 | ABS building approvals | 13th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Brentwood include: Westfield Booragoon Redevelopment (Approved); Melville City Centre Library and Cultural Centre (Planning); Westfield Booragoon Shopping Centre Expansion (Dev. Approval); Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); and Bull Creek Station Precinct Structure Plan (City of Melville) (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Brentwood spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Brentwood is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Brentwood area has seen 2 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Brentwood's current population of 2,251 has been supported by 6 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Brentwood has seen 2.5 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 2242 people in the suburb of Brentwood, 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 Brentwood's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 6, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Brentwood has grown by approximately 34 people, while 28 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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 Brentwood are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,251 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,530 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,153 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 98 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.89 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Brentwood was estimated to be approximately 2,251 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,247 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of brentwood has added approximately 98 people and shown a 4.55% increase from the 2,153 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Brentwood is estimated at 2,529 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Brentwood has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Brentwood is driven by: Overseas migration (77.0%), Interstate migration (19.0%), Natural increase (3.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 77.0% of overall population gains.
Brentwood's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.7% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Brentwood at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Brentwood is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Brentwood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 14.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Brentwood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 12.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Brentwood show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (2.9% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.7% of the population in the suburb of Brentwood as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.8% of the population in the suburb of Brentwood as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $55,804 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $90,747 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,707 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $785 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,426 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brentwood is approximately $59,733. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,804.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brentwood is approximately $97,136. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $90,747.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brentwood is approximately $59,733 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,804 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brentwood is approximately $97,136 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $90,747 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Brentwood's households (~26.8% / 229 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Brentwood 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 Brentwood is $1,707/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Brentwood is $2,426/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Brentwood is $785/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Brentwood had a median income among taxpayers of $55,804 with the average level standing at $90,747. This is extremely high nationally and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,733 (median) and $97,136 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Brentwood is $6,123 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of brentwood's disposable income is $6,123 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Brentwood shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,169 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,812 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,227 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Brentwood has approximately 1,169 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.7%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Brentwood stands at 4.7%, which is 0.5 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 Brentwood is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.2% of employment), professional & technical (11.7%), and education & training (10.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Brentwood has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Brentwood is 67.3%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of brentwood shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of brentwood's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Brentwood shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
40.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brentwood have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
34.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brentwood have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of brentwood ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Brentwood are: Bachelor Degree (26.1%), Certificate (16.0%), Postgraduate (10.9%).
32.2% of the population in the suburb of Brentwood is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.1% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 7.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Brentwood is 1116, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Brentwood, with a combined enrollment of approximately 345 students.
The suburb of brentwood includes 1 primary school.
Brentwood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 853 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 892 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Brentwood had 853 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.6% to an estimated 892 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Brentwood is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.6%), group households (4.0%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 553 family households, couples with children account for 31.3% of all households, couples without children at home 19.2%, and single parent families 12.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Brentwood shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.6% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.8% 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 Brentwood have an average of 1.5 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 43.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 30.6% of all households in the suburb of Brentwood, 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 4.0% of households, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Brentwood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 35.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 64.5% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
Brentwood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 24.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 35.5% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Brentwood, at 43.6% of people, although more residents (46.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 3.4% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Brentwood are English, comprising 25.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.4% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 12.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Brentwood (vs 0.3% across Greater Perth), Croatian at 0.8% (vs 0.8%) and Dutch at 1.6% (vs 1.5%).
35.5% of the suburb of Brentwood population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
24.7% of the population in the suburb of Brentwood speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.1% of the suburb of Brentwood population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.7% of the suburb of Brentwood population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Brentwood 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 | 41.6% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 68.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,100 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Brentwood, 27.8% of homes are owned outright, 30.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 41.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 68.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Brentwood are houses.
In the suburb of Brentwood, 0.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 30.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Brentwood stands at 27.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Brentwood is $2,100, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Brentwood is $1,273, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Brentwood, households with mortgages typically spend 28.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Brentwood is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Brentwood shows mortgage holders spending 28.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Brentwood consists of 68.9% detached houses, 30.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Brentwood consumes approximately 17.2% of median household income ($7,391 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
The level of general health in Brentwood is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 61.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 81st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
Around 61.5% of people in the suburb of Brentwood are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Brentwood, 5.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Brentwood are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Brentwood population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of Brentwood have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Brentwood, 61.5% 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 | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 84th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,151 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 205 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 11 public transport stops within the suburb of Brentwood.
The suburb of Brentwood has 1,151 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 164 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 159 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 482 m away and the nearest supermarket 520 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 11 stops nearby, 1,151 weekly trips, access rating 84 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 482 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 520 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 525 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 525 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 548 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 567 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Brentwood is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Brentwood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Brentwood (WA) is $750 a week, +5.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Brentwood are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Brentwood's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Brentwood shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Brentwood shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Brentwood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Brentwood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Brentwood displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
The level of general health in Brentwood is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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 in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Brentwood (WA) has an estimated 2,251 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 43 projects tracked in the area around Brentwood (WA).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Brentwood (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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 (SAL50178). 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 (Sep 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 Brentwood (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 Brentwood (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.
