Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Butler (WA) has an estimated 14,898 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 16 projects tracked in Butler (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Butler (WA) lies 37 kilometres north-northwest of Perth CBD. AreaSearch's analysis estimates its population at around 14,898 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data that is updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,425 people (10.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 13,473 people. Population growth in the suburb is moderate, and residents include a high proportion of teenagers.
Market conditions in the suburb of Butler (WA) show very low relative development activity alongside strong mortgage holder representation. A high share of residents were born overseas, and there is a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Butler (WA) lies 37 kilometres north-northwest of Perth CBD. AreaSearch's analysis estimates its population at around 14,898 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data that is updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,425 people (10.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 13,473 people. Population growth in the suburb is moderate, and residents include a high proportion of teenagers.
Market conditions in the suburb of Butler (WA) show very low relative development activity alongside strong mortgage holder representation. A high share of residents were born overseas, and there is a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,071 in 2006 and 14,850 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,898 (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, 16.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.9%.
Butler (WA) ranks in the 72nd percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 64th for transport & access.
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 Butler (WA) is $678 a week, up 8.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 6% below Greater Perth.
6% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $678 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Wanneroo | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wanneroo, over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 38 tracked applications: 38 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 16 projects in Butler (WA) (1 under construction) and 72 more in the surrounding area.
Planning scheme amendment to District Planning Scheme No. 2 initiated by the City of Wanneroo, facilitating urban zoning and structure planning for residential and commercial development across Butler and Ridgewood in Perth's northern corridor.
Brighton Estate, developed by Satterley Property Group, is a master-planned community in Butler, WA. Recognized as Australia's first 6-star Green Star BeachSAFE community, it won the Urban Development Institute of Australia's Award for Master Planned Development in 2013.
Butler Boulevard Medical Centre is a state-of-the-art multidisciplinary healthcare facility in Western Australia. It provides a wide range of services including general practice, minor surgery, chronic disease management, and onsite pathology.
Connolly Drive Medical Centre is an established, AGPAL-accredited medical facility providing comprehensive primary healthcare services in Butler. The purpose-built centre features a state-of-the-art facility offering general practice, on-site pathology collection, clinical psychology, and audiology services.
Butler Village Medical Centre is a modern, purpose-built family medicine practice providing comprehensive healthcare services to Butler, Alkimos, and Yanchep. The facility offers general practice, onsite pathology, dental services through Butler Village Family Dental, and chronic disease management.
Butler Central is a $70 million shopping centre developed by Fabcot Pty Ltd (Woolworths Group) and constructed by BGC Construction. Located at the corner of Exmouth Drive and Butler Boulevard, near Butler train station, it features over 27 stores, including Woolworths, Best & Less, Dan Murphy's, and various specialty retail and dining options, with over 450…
Large format retail centre adjacent to Butler Central and Butler Train Station, anchored by The Good Guys, Beacon Lighting, Goodlife Health Clubs, Adairs, Autobarn and other national retailers.
Kingsbridge District Open Space is a public recreational area in Butler, featuring multiple sporting fields, playgrounds, walking paths, and community facilities. It serves as a key recreational hub for the local community, offering spaces for sports, leisure, and social activities.
Butler Primary School is a public primary school serving Kindergarten to Year 6 students in Butler, Western Australia. It emphasizes high-quality teaching and a nurturing environment to prepare students for a dynamic world.
Butler College is a public secondary school catering to students in Years 7-12 in the Butler community. It offers modern educational facilities, including specialised science and technology labs, performing arts spaces, and sports facilities to support comprehensive student development.
John Butler Primary College is a public primary school in Butler, Western Australia, catering to Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Named after John Butler, an early settler and explorer of the Wanneroo and Lake Joondalup areas in 1834, the school offers modern educational facilities, including advanced classrooms, a library, and outdoor recreational spaces…
Butler Railway Station is a suburban railway station on the Yanchep line, part of the Transperth rail network in Perth, Western Australia. Constructed as part of a $240 million extension from Clarkson to Butler, the station opened on 21 September 2014.
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Estimated completion year of the 36 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 9, 2027 11, 2028 7, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 38 substantial development applications lodged in and around Butler (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) 0, 2022 8, 2023 9, 2024 10, 2025 9, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
Key application 3550 Mitchell Freeway Nowergup Industrial | $50m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 38 | 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 | 0.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 11 | ABS building approvals | 21st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Butler include: Brighton Estate Master Planned Community (Construction); Butler District Planning Scheme Amendment No. 212 (Approved); Butler Social and Affordable Housing Precinct (Under Assessment); Jindee Estate (Construction); and Eden Beach (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Butler spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Retail, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Butler compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Butler area has seen 39 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Butler's current population of 14,898 has been supported by 11 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Butler has seen 0.8 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 757 people in the suburb of Butler, 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 Butler's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 11, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Butler has grown by approximately 873 people, while 55 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 15.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Butler has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,898 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,805 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | 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 | 13,473 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,425 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | 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 | 5.31 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Butler was estimated to be approximately 14,898 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,850 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of butler has added approximately 1,425 people and shown a 10.58% increase from the 13,473 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Butler is estimated at 2,806 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Butler has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Butler is driven by: Overseas migration (67.0%), Natural increase (33.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 67.0% of overall population gains.
Butler hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 31.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Butler at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Butler is 5 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Butler compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 16.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Butler compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 3.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Butler show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.0% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.1% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.3% of the population in the suburb of Butler as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.3% of the population in the suburb of Butler as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,300 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,990 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,710 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $785 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,992 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Butler is approximately $72,038. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,300.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Butler is approximately $90,973. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,990.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Butler is approximately $72,038 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,300 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Butler is approximately $90,973 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,990 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Butler's households (~37.0% / 1,723 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Butler is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.0% 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 Butler is $1,710/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Butler is $1,992/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Butler is $785/wk.
The suburb of Butler shows a median taxpayer income of $67,300 and an average of $84,990 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the highest in Australia, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,038 (median) and $90,973 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Butler is $5,986 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of butler's disposable income is $5,986 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Butler recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 8.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,085 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,024 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,815 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Butler has approximately 8,085 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 8.3%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Butler stands at 8.3%, which is 4.1 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 Butler is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.3% of employment), retail trade (12.4%), and construction (11.3%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Butler has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Butler is 74.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of butler shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 12.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of butler'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.
Educational attainment in Butler sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.2% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
16.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Butler have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
42.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Butler have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of butler ranks in the 47th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Butler are: Certificate (30.2%), Bachelor Degree (11.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
34.1% of the population in the suburb of Butler is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.3% in primary school, 10.3% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Butler is 993, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the suburb of Butler, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,393 students.
The suburb of butler includes 4 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Butler features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children 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 | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.9% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,659 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,152 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Butler had 4,659 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.6% to an estimated 5,152 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Butler is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.4%), group households (2.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,536 family households, couples with children account for 37.1% of all households, couples without children at home 19.9%, and single parent families 17.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Butler shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Butler have an average of 1.6 children, matching the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 41.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 41.6% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 21.4% of all households in the suburb of Butler, 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 2.6% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Butler 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 | 45.1% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.3% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 80.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.9% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Butler was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 15.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.1% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Butler, at 43.3% of people, although more residents (52.4%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Butler are English, comprising 34.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 19.7% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.9% of Butler (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Maori at 2.7% (vs 0.9%) and Welsh at 0.9% (vs 0.7%).
45.1% of the suburb of Butler population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
15.3% of the population in the suburb of Butler speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.7% of the suburb of Butler population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
80.0% of the suburb of Butler population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Butler 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 | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Butler, 12.6% of homes are owned outright, 52.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 35.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Butler are houses.
In the suburb of Butler, 0.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Butler stands at 12.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Butler is $1,733, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Butler is $1,423, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Butler, households with mortgages typically spend 23.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Butler is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Butler shows mortgage holders spending 23.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Butler consists of 96.1% detached houses, 3.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Butler consumes approximately 19.2% of median household income ($7,404 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Butler show attached dwellings contributing 16% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 84% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health outcomes in Butler are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 75th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Around 59.1% of people in the suburb of Butler are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Butler, 4.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
8.1% of people in the suburb of Butler are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of Butler population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the suburb of Butler have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Butler, 59.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 64 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 64th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 64 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,892 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 230 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | 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 | 6.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 64 public transport stops within the suburb of Butler.
The suburb of Butler has 2,892 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 413 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 199 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 391 m away and the nearest school 503 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 64 stops nearby, 2,892 weekly trips, access rating 64 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 13 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 13th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 391 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 503 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 576 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 594 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 609 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 681 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 716 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 838 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 12.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Butler compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Butler has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Butler (WA) is $678 a week, +8.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Butler has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Butler hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Butler recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Educational attainment in Butler sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Butler features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Butler 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.
Butler is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health outcomes in Butler are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Butler (WA) has an estimated 14,898 residents, up 10.6% since the 2021 Census, with 16 projects tracked in Butler (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 Butler (WA).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 (SAL50229). 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 (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, 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 Butler (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 Butler (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.
