Brookdale (WA)

Population growth drivers in Brookdale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Brookdale's population is estimated at around 3,444 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 476 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,968 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,240 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validation of 48 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,870 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Brookdale's 16% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both the national average (9.7%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Moving forward with demographic trends, an above median population growth is projected for the Brookdale (WA) statistical area (Lv2), with an expected increase of 848 persons to 2041 reflecting a total increase of 27.9% over the 17 years.

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

Brookdale experienced approximately 20 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 101 homes were approved, with an additional 17 in FY-26. Each new dwelling attracted an average of 7.2 people annually over the past five financial years.

The area's residential nature is evident with $5.7 million in commercial approvals this year. Compared to Greater Perth, Brookdale records about 56% of building activity per person and ranks at the 85th percentile nationally. All recent development has been detached dwellings, maintaining the suburb's character with approximately 112 people per dwelling approval.

By 2041, Brookdale is projected to add 960 residents. Building activity aligns with growth projections, but increased competition may occur as population grows. Average construction cost value of new homes in Brookdale is $361,000, slightly above the regional average.

Brookdale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely impacting the area. Key projects are Forrestdale Business Park West, METRONET Armadale Line Transformation, Gwynne Park Pavilion Redevelopment, and Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia Facility. The following details those projects most relevant:.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Brookdale faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Brookdale's workforce spans white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate was 11.3% in the past year, showing an estimated employment growth of 3.7%.

As of September 2025, 1,559 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 7.3%, higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Workforce participation is lower at 59.6% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include retail trade, health care & social assistance, and construction. Retail trade has notable concentration, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 2.9%, versus the regional average of 8.2%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data. From September 2024 to September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.7% and labour force by 3.3%, reducing unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.9%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, lagging the national rate of 4.3% and national employment growth of 0.14%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Brookdale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released on 1st July 2023 for financial year 2023, the suburb of Brookdale's median income among taxpayers is $53,462. The average income in Brookdale during this period was $62,731. Both figures are below the national average. In comparison, Greater Perth had a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest Brookdale's median income would be approximately $58,605 by September 2025, with an average of around $68,766. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Brookdale all fall between the 14th and 28th percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 36.0% of Brookdale's population (1,239 individuals) have an income range of $1,500 - 2,999, reflecting a similar pattern seen in the broader area where 32.0% occupy this income range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Brookdale, with only 80.2% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 23rd percentile nationally.

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

Brookdale's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.3% houses and 1.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 90.0% houses and 10.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Brookdale was at 14.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 56.3% and rented ones at 29.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,438, below Perth metro's average of $1,750. The median weekly rent in Brookdale was $300, compared to Perth metro's $305. Nationally, Brookdale's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Brookdale has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 76.2% of all households, including 33.8% couples with children, 17.9% couples without children, and 22.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for 23.8%, with lone person households at 20.1% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

Brookdale faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 11.0%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 8.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (32.7%). Educational participation is high at 36.7%, with 14.9% in primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 36.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.9% in primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Brookdale has 15 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. There are two different bus routes serving these stops, together offering 305 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of the transport system is rated as excellent, with residents usually living within 175 meters of their nearest stop.

On average, there are 43 daily trips across all routes, which amounts to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Brookdale is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Brookdale faces significant health challenges with common health conditions being somewhat prevalent across the board, particularly among older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover in Brookdale is approximately 52%, or about 1,794 people, which is higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Perth's 54.4%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 12.3% and 9.9% of residents respectively. About 67.7% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 72.1% across Greater Perth. Brookdale has 7.3%, or 251 people, aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 12.8% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting some challenges.

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 was found to have higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 17.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.2% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Brookdale, making up 38.4% of people there. Notably, the category 'Other' comprises 1.8% of Brookdale's population, compared to 3.0% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three groups in Brookdale are English at 28.9%, Australian at 26.5%, and Other at 13.0%. There are also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 1.5% compared to the regional average of 1.1%, New Zealand is at 1.1% versus 0.9% regionally, and Dutch is at 1.8% compared to Greater Perth's 2.4%.

Brookdale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Brookdale's median age is 30 years, which is younger than Greater Perth's average of 37 and under Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Brookdale has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (19.1%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (2%). This concentration of 5-14 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.2%. According to post-2021 Census data, Brookdale's population aged 35-44 grew from 14.8% to 16.1%, while the 45-54 age group decreased from 11.8% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Brookdale's age profile. The 45-54 age cohort is expected to grow steadily, increasing by 177 people (47%) from 378 to 556. Meanwhile, the 85+ age group is projected to remain stable with no growth (0 people).