Cable Beach

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of Cable Beach is around 6,547, reflecting a 14.3% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 5,730. This growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 6,542 residents based on their examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025, along with an additional 215 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 701 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Cable Beach's growth exceeded both national (9.3%) and Rest of WA averages, marking it as a regional growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 52% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and using ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data to estimate growth post-2032.

Looking ahead, non-metropolitan areas nationally are projected to have above median population growth, with Cable Beach expected to expand by 803 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 12.2% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Cable Beach when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Cable Beach had around 21 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, totalling an estimated 106 homes. As of FY-26, 19 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed annually during this period. This has led to demand outstripping supply, potentially driving price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction value of new properties is $501,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY-26, $24.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to the rest of WA, Cable Beach has somewhat elevated construction levels, with 22.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period. This maintains good buyer choice and supports existing property values.

However, this activity is lower than the national average, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 92.0% standalone homes and 8.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with an average of around 213 people per dwelling approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Cable Beach is projected to add 798 residents by 2041, indicating a developing market with current development well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Cable Beach has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment, Broome Boating Facility, Yinajalan Ngarrungunil Health and Wellbeing Campus, and Walmanyjun Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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The employment environment in Cable Beach shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Cable Beach has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.8% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%.

The area's unemployment rate was 0.3% higher than Regional WA's rate of 3.5%, while workforce participation was 74.9%, compared to Regional WA's 66.0%. Only 5.3% of residents worked from home, according to Census responses, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food. Health care & social assistance had particularly high concentration, at 1.6 times the regional average, while mining showed lower representation at 2.9% versus Regional WA's 11.7%.

Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.4%, labour force grew by 3.1%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.7 percentage points. By contrast, Regional WA recorded employment growth of 1.0% and labour force growth of 1.4%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Cable Beach. Applying these projections to Cable Beach's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes without considering localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Cable Beach suburb has a median taxpayer income of $62,008 and an average income of $72,875 based on latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is higher than the national average, contrasting with Regional WA's median income of $59,973 and average income of $74,392. By March 2026, estimated incomes would be approximately $68,785 (median) and $80,840 (average), factoring in a 10.93% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. Cable Beach's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 76th and 89th percentiles according to Census 2021 income data. The earnings profile shows that 33.9% of residents (2,219 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 weekly earnings bracket, aligning with regional levels at 31.1%. Notably, 32.6% of Cable Beach residents earn over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings in the area. High housing costs consume 15.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 77th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Cable Beach, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 78.2% houses and 21.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Regional WA had 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cable Beach was 19.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.3% and rented ones at 52.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Regional WA's average of $1,560. Median weekly rent in Cable Beach was $371, compared to Regional WA's $265. Nationally, Cable Beach's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $371 compared to the national figure of $375.

Cable Beach features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 71.2% of all households, consisting of 29.2% couples with children, 26.8% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.8%, with lone person households at 23.8% and group households comprising 5.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Cable Beach fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Cable Beach has a higher proportion of residents aged 15+ with university qualifications than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 30.2% have such qualifications compared to 17.6% in the Rest of WA and 20.5% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 39.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them.

This includes advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (27.9%). Educational participation is high in Cable Beach, with 36.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (15.2%), secondary education (10.4%), and tertiary education (3.8%).

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

Public transport analysis shows 13 active stops operating within Cable Beach, with a mix of buses serving these locations. These stops are covered by one route collectively providing 134 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 740 meters from the nearest stop. In this primarily residential area, most commuters travel outward, with car being the dominant mode at 86%, followed by walking at 6% and cycling at 3%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 5.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 19 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Cable Beach's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data shows Cable Beach residents have relatively positive health outcomes.

AreaSearch's analysis found mortality rates and health conditions align broadly with national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level. Private health cover is very high, with approximately 56% of the total population (around 3,674 people) having it. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 5.8% and 5.5% of residents respectively, while 79.6% reported being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.3% across Regional WA. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. As of the latest data (2021), 6.7% of Cable Beach residents are aged 65 and over (438 people), lower than the 19.2% in Regional WA. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking even higher than the general population nationally.

In terms of cultural diversity, Cable Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cable Beach's cultural diversity aligns with its wider region, with 80.3% citizens, 81.7% born in Australia, and 87.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, at 41.6%. Buddhism, however, is slightly overrepresented at 1.3%, compared to Regional WA's 1.0%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian (24.6%) and English (23.6%) are the top groups, though English is lower than the regional average of 31.3%. Australian Aboriginal representation is substantially higher at 16.7% versus the regional average of 6.1%. French (0.6%), Spanish (0.5%), and Filipino (1.6%) ethnicities show notable overrepresentation in Cable Beach compared to regional averages of 0.4%, 0.2%, and 1.2% respectively.

Cable Beach hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Cable Beach's median age is 33 years, which is lower than the Regional WA average of 40 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional WA, Cable Beach has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (19.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.5%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 25-34 has grown from 17.4% to 19.3%, while those aged 35-44 increased from 15.3% to 17.2%. Conversely, the age group of 5-14 has declined from 16.3% to 14.4%, and the 45-54 cohort has dropped from 14.2% to 12.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Cable Beach's age profile will change significantly. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 32%, adding 402 residents to reach a total of 1,666. Meanwhile, both the 5-14 and 65-74 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.