Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Brookdale (WA) has an estimated 3,303 residents, up 11.3% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Brookdale (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Brookdale (WA) lies 27 kilometres south-southeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 3,303 as of Aug 2026, drawn from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has grown by 335 people (11.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,968 residents.
The local market is shaped by strong mortgage holder representation and a predominance of detached housing. Retail trade forms a notable employment base, and children aged 5 to 14 and those aged 0 to 4 are represented at elevated levels. Average household size is above the norm. The suburb has a high proportion of children, a typically lower level of education, and moderate population growth. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Brookdale (WA) lies 27 kilometres south-southeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 3,303 as of Aug 2026, drawn from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has grown by 335 people (11.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,968 residents.
The local market is shaped by strong mortgage holder representation and a predominance of detached housing. Retail trade forms a notable employment base, and children aged 5 to 14 and those aged 0 to 4 are represented at elevated levels. Average household size is above the norm. The suburb has a high proportion of children, a typically lower level of education, and moderate population growth. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,258 in 2006 and 3,303 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 18.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36%.
Brookdale (WA) ranks in the 62nd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 60th for population growth.
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 Brookdale (WA) is $650 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 10% below Greater Perth.
10% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $650 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Armadale | $739 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Armadale, over 12 months | +5.9% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 55 projects in and around Brookdale (WA), 18 of them under construction.
A major urban transformation centered on the METRONET Armadale Line upgrade, featuring an elevated rail line and newly rebuilt Armadale Station which reopened for passenger services in October 2025.
The Gwynne Park Pavilion redevelopment replaces the original 1971 structure with a modern, accessible district-level community and sporting facility. Scope of works includes a spacious main hall, clubroom, meeting rooms, modern changerooms, kiosk and commercial kitchen amenities to support local sporting clubs and community hire.
City of Armadale redevelopment of the 6.67 hectare Morgan Park precinct including a new multi-use sports pavilion, public toilets, expanded car parking, upgraded playspace, relocated sports lighting, reconfigured football and athletics facilities, exercise nodes and improved pedestrian connections.
Neighbourhood retail hub within the Sienna Wood masterplanned community in Hilbert, Perth's south-east corridor. Spanning approximately 7,500sqm, the centre features a full-line Woolworths supermarket, around 15 specialty stores including dining, a medical centre, and a Nido Early School childcare centre.
A massive rail revitalisation project in Perth's south-east that combined the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, Thornlie-Cockburn Line, and Byford Rail Extension. The project delivered seven new or rebuilt stations, replaced 13 level crossings with elevated rail, and extended the line 8km to Byford.
A 1,580 hectare masterplanned urban redevelopment by DevelopmentWA with Stockland's Sienna Wood estate as a key precinct. The project will ultimately deliver more than 16,000 dwellings for around 40,000 residents together with schools, town centres, parklands, living streams, recreation facilities and protected Aboriginal heritage areas.
Approximately 10.84-hectare triangular area of under-utilised land bound by the Armadale Train Line to the east, Forrest Road and Fifth Road, planned to become an inner-city residential precinct with medium-density housing close to Armadale train station and town centre facilities.
Major upgrade of Eighth Road between Armadale Road and Forrest Road to support the Wungong growth area. Works include a divided carriageway, cycle lanes, footpaths, drainage upgrades, underground power, landscaping, new roundabouts and coordination with the Armadale Road signalised intersection upgrade.
A $88.5 million state-of-the-art courthouse and police complex officially opened in November 2023. The 14,000 square metre facility combines services previously delivered from three separate locations and can accommodate approximately 350 police officers.
$39 million multi-storey TAFE campus in Armadale town centre opened in August 2024, featuring cutting-edge facilities for community services, early childhood education, IT, and business training. Includes state-of-the-art simulated childcare facility, specialist training areas, and Jobs and Skills Centre.
Ongoing works to expand and upgrade the Emergency Department at Armadale Health Service, serving Perth's south-eastern corridor. Works include a waiting room expansion and reconfiguration of treatment areas to improve patient flow, capacity, and care for the rapidly growing Armadale catchment.
Forrestdale Business Park is a 367-hectare industrial and commercial precinct in Perth's south-east, divided into East (190 ha) and West (178 ha) estates. DevelopmentWA's West estate is a master-planned industrial hub with Crossroads Industrial Estate and tenants such as Hitachi and 7-Eleven.
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Estimated completion year of the 18 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 3, 2027 5, 2028 3, 2029 2, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 2. 7 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 5.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 19 | ABS building approvals | 32nd percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Brookdale include: Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment (Construction); METRONET Armadale Line Transformation (Completed); Byford Rail Extension and Armadale Station Redevelopment (Completed); Wungong Urban (Construction); and Champion Drive Precinct (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Brookdale spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Brookdale currently ranks below national averages at the 35th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Brookdale when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Brookdale area has seen 44 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Brookdale's current population of 3,303 has been supported by 19 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Brookdale has seen 5.9 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 149 people in the suburb of Brookdale, 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 Brookdale's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 19, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Brookdale has grown by approximately 219 people, while 93 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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 Brookdale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,303 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,752 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,968 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 335 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.20 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Brookdale was estimated to be approximately 3,303 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,303 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of brookdale has added approximately 335 people and shown a 11.29% increase from the 2,968 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Brookdale is estimated at 2,753 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Brookdale has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Brookdale is driven by: Interstate migration (56.00000000000001%), Natural increase (25.0%), Overseas migration (19.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 56.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Brookdale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 4% 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 | 4th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 26.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 29.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.3% | 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 | 30 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Brookdale at 30 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 30 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 30 years as at August 2026, Brookdale 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 Brookdale compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 18.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Brookdale compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 2.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Brookdale show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 0-4 year-olds (8.3% vs 5.5%) and 5-14 year-olds (18.2% vs 12.2%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.0% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (2.1% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 26.5% of the population in the suburb of Brookdale as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.6% of the population in the suburb of Brookdale as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,366 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $68,958 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,396 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $620 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,542 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brookdale is approximately $62,475. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,366.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brookdale is approximately $73,813. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $68,958.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Brookdale is approximately $62,475 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,366 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Brookdale is approximately $73,813 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,958 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Brookdale's households (~36.0% / 350 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Brookdale is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.0% 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 Brookdale is $1,396/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Brookdale is $1,542/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Brookdale is $620/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Brookdale had a median income among taxpayers of $58,366 with the average level standing at $68,958. This is below the national average 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 $62,475 (median) and $73,813 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Brookdale is $4,854 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of brookdale's disposable income is $4,854 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Brookdale face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 12.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,335 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,630 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,532 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Brookdale has approximately 1,335 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 12.9%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Brookdale stands at 12.9%, which is 8.7 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 Brookdale is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are retail trade (14.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.2%), and construction (9.0%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Brookdale 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 Brookdale is 63.0%, 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 brookdale shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 14.5% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this 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 brookdale'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.
Brookdale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 11.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 46.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 36.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
11.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brookdale have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
46.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Brookdale have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of brookdale ranks in the 18th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Brookdale are: Certificate (32.7%), Advanced Diploma (9.4%), Bachelor Degree (8.4%).
36.7% of the population in the suburb of Brookdale is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.9% in primary school, 9.7% in secondary school, 3.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Brookdale is 922, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Brookdale, with a combined enrollment of approximately 588 students.
The suburb of brookdale includes 2 primary schools.
Brookdale features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 973 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,083 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Brookdale had 973 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.3% to an estimated 1,083 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Brookdale is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.1%), group households (3.3%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 744 family households, couples with children account for 33.8% of all households, couples without children at home 17.9%, and single parent families 22.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Brookdale shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Brookdale have an average of 1.9 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 36.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 45.6% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 20.1% of all households in the suburb of Brookdale, similar to 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 3.3% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Brookdale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.1% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Brookdale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 17.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.2% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Brookdale, at 38.4% of people, although more residents (53.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.8% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Brookdale are English, comprising 28.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Other, comprising 13.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 1.5% of Brookdale (vs 0.9% across Greater Perth), New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.8%) and Dutch at 1.8% (vs 1.5%).
27.2% of the suburb of Brookdale population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
17.2% of the population in the suburb of Brookdale speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
4.6% of the suburb of Brookdale population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.1% of the suburb of Brookdale population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Brookdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.3% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,438 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 25th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 56.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Brookdale, 14.0% of homes are owned outright, 56.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Brookdale are houses.
In the suburb of Brookdale, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Brookdale stands at 14.0%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Brookdale is $1,438, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Brookdale is $1,195, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Brookdale, households with mortgages typically spend 23.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Brookdale is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Brookdale shows mortgage holders spending 23.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Brookdale consists of 98.3% detached houses, 1.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Brookdale consumes approximately 19.8% of median household income ($6,045 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Brookdale show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Brookdale is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
Around 52.7% of people in the suburb of Brookdale are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Brookdale, 6.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
9.9% of people in the suburb of Brookdale are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.7% of the suburb of Brookdale population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the suburb of Brookdale have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Brookdale, 52.7% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 305 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 221 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 2 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 16 public transport stops within the suburb of Brookdale.
The suburb of Brookdale has 305 weekly trips across 2 routes, averaging 43 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 177 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 448 m away and the nearest child care centre 609 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 16 stops nearby, 305 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 25 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 25th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 448 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 609 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest government service | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 48 places in Brookdale (WA), about 5.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Brookdale when compared nationally.
Brookdale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Brookdale (WA) is $650 a week, +8.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Brookdale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Brookdale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 4% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment conditions in Brookdale face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
Brookdale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Brookdale features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Brookdale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Brookdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Brookdale is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Brookdale (WA) has an estimated 3,303 residents, up 11.3% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Brookdale (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 Brookdale (WA).
Data currency
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 (SAL50187). 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 Brookdale (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 Brookdale (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.
