Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Cannington has an estimated 9,141 residents, up 33.0% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Cannington.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Conveniently situated 10.0 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Cannington offers a well-connected residential environment characterised by peaceful living, abundant parklands, quality schools, and extensive recreational amenities. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the suburb of Cannington's population at around 9,141, drawing from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates. This represents a robust increase of 2,266 people (33.0%) from the 6,875 people recorded at the 2021 Census, highlighting the area's strong expansion patterns and dynamic evolution as an attractive destination for families and workers alike.
Demographically, the suburb of Cannington features a youthful profile highlighted by a notable 25 to 34yo demographic and a pronounced concentration of young adults residing in group households. The community exhibits rich cultural diversity, supported by a high population level born overseas and an eclectic selection of dining options alongside its popular retail hub.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Conveniently situated 10.0 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Cannington offers a well-connected residential environment characterised by peaceful living, abundant parklands, quality schools, and extensive recreational amenities. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the suburb of Cannington's population at around 9,141, drawing from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates. This represents a robust increase of 2,266 people (33.0%) from the 6,875 people recorded at the 2021 Census, highlighting the area's strong expansion patterns and dynamic evolution as an attractive destination for families and workers alike.
Demographically, the suburb of Cannington features a youthful profile highlighted by a notable 25 to 34yo demographic and a pronounced concentration of young adults residing in group households. The community exhibits rich cultural diversity, supported by a high population level born overseas and an eclectic selection of dining options alongside its popular retail hub.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,195 in 2006 and 8,702 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,141 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 31.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.8%.
Cannington ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 93rd for amenities.
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 Cannington is $699 a week, up 9.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $699 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Canning | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canning, over 12 months | +9.1% | 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 |
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Status of the 4 tracked applications: 4 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Cannington (1 under construction) and 29 more in the surrounding area.
14 storey residential tower in the Canning City Centre activity corridor delivering 189 apartments above ground floor commercial space at 1250 Albany Highway, within walking distance of Cannington Station and Westfield Carousel. Developed by Match as part of the broader regeneration of Canning City Centre.
Two-stage safety and traffic-flow upgrade along Albany Highway near Westfield Carousel. Stage 1 (Station Street median closure and lighting relocation) was delivered Sep-Oct 2024. Stage 2 (after METRONET Armadale Level Crossing Removal completes) will lengthen turn pockets into Nicholson Road and Liege Street to increase capacity and reduce crash risk.
Large-scale transit-oriented mixed-use urban renewal precinct centred on the new elevated Cannington Station and surrounding land in the Canning City Centre.
High-density mixed-use development by Cedar Woods at 1357-1369 Albany Highway, Cannington, comprising approximately 398 apartments above ground-floor food and beverage and commercial tenancies.
A six-storey residential building comprising 100 apartments (80 affordable and 20 social homes) on a 1.217-hectare site approximately 200m from the new elevated Cannington Train Station. Developed by DevelopmentWA and to be constructed by EMCO Building under a $443 million State-Federal affordable housing partnership.
Staged redevelopment of the Kent Street Weir Precinct on the Canning River, delivered by the City of Canning as a major community recreation and environmental upgrade.
Research-led digital twin project at Curtin University's Bentley campus supporting the Pathways to Net Zero Precincts program. The project is piloting an integrated digital twin platform using real-time building sensor data to improve space utilisation, operational energy efficiency, Consumer Energy Resource integration, and precinct-scale decarbonisation.
Major refurbishment of Cannington Leisureplex delivering new male, female and family/accessible changerooms adjacent to the pool, an adult change bed for high care needs, water-saving showers with sensors, pool concourse repairs, and Wellness Suite upgrades, as part of the City of Canning's asset renewal program.
Concept residential project for around 42 apartments on a 1009 sqm R60 development site at 28 Gibbs Street, close to Queens Park Station and Gibbs Street Primary School.
A staged long-term redevelopment of the Kent Street Weir Precinct on the banks of the Canning River (Djarlgarro Beeliar) in Wilson. Works include a new district-level inclusive play space with cultural interpretation elements, an off-leash dog exercise area, wetland buffer expansion with over 21,000 native plants, a pump track, upgraded shelters and BBQ…
The Lake Street Extension is a new road connecting Cecil Avenue to Wharf Street in Cannington, providing direct access between the Cannington Leisureplex, the city centre, and Westfield Carousel shopping centre. It enhances traffic flow, connectivity, and supports urban renewal in the Canning City Centre.
Transformation of Water Corporation's existing drain on Lake Street Cannington into an urban stream and linear park. Designed for local residents, visitors and wildlife, complementing other surrounding projects like Wharf Street Basin and Cecil Avenue developments. Part of the Canning City Centre Regeneration Program.
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Estimated completion year of the 15 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 4, 2027 3, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Cannington over the period covered (about 2 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 41 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Cannington include: Aura Cannington (Construction); Cecil Avenue Central Upgrade (Construction); 190-196 Treasure Road Indigenous Aged Care Facility (Approved); Cannington Station Precinct - Affordable Housing (METRONET TOD) (Under Assessment); and 178 Railway Parade Mixed-Use Development (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Cannington spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Cannington among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Cannington area has seen 121 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Cannington's current population of 9,141 has been supported by 41 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Cannington has seen 5.3 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 141 people in the suburb of Cannington, 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 Cannington's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 41, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Cannington has grown by approximately 1,693 people, while 207 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 8.2 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.
Cannington lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,141 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +33.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,272 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,875 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,266 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.02 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Cannington was estimated to be approximately 9,141 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,702 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Cannington has added approximately 2,266 people and shown a 32.96% increase from the 6,875 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Cannington is estimated at 2,274 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Cannington has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Cannington is driven by: Overseas migration (76.0%), Natural increase (24.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
Cannington 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 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 46.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 61.6% | 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 | 30 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 31.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Cannington 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, Cannington 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 Cannington compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 31.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Cannington compared to the Greater Perth region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 7.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Cannington show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (31.7% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.0% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.4% of the population in the suburb of Cannington as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.3% of the population in the suburb of Cannington 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) | $53,554 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $63,832 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,558 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $781 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,789 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Cannington is approximately $57,324. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,554.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Cannington is approximately $68,326. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $63,832.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Cannington is approximately $57,324 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,554 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Cannington is approximately $68,326 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,832 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Cannington's households (~36.8% / 948 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Cannington is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Cannington is $1,558/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Cannington is $1,789/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Cannington is $781/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Cannington had a median income among taxpayers of $53,554 with the average level standing at $63,832. This is lower than average on a national basis 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 $57,324 (median) and $68,326 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Cannington is $5,521 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Cannington's disposable income is $5,521 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Cannington demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,275 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,396 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,516 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Cannington has approximately 5,275 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Cannington stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Cannington is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are accommodation & food (14.6% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.1%), and retail trade (10.1%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and administrative & support.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Cannington 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 Cannington is 74.0%, 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 Cannington shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 14.6% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Cannington's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to 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 Cannington 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 | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
40.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Cannington have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
30.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Cannington have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Cannington ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Cannington are: Bachelor Degree (26.0%), Certificate (15.9%), Advanced Diploma (13.8%).
34.3% of the population in the suburb of Cannington is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.5% in primary school, 4.2% in secondary school, 11.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Cannington is 980, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Cannington, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,388 students.
The suburb of Cannington includes 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Cannington features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.3% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,577 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,426 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 63.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Cannington had 2,577 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 32.9% to an estimated 3,426 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Cannington is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 63.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.3%), group households (9.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,624 family households, couples with children account for 25.8% of all households, couples without children at home 25.9%, and single parent families 7.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Cannington shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 9.8% (versus 3.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 63.0% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the suburb of Cannington have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 41.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 27.3% of all households in the suburb of Cannington, 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 9.8% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Cannington is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 66.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 64.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Cannington is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 64.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 66.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Cannington was found to be Christianity, which makes up 32.1% of people in Cannington. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 12.0% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 1.4%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Cannington are Other, comprising 31.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, Chinese, comprising 14.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%, and English, comprising 13.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 9.8% of Cannington (vs 2.6% across Greater Perth), Filipino at 4.0% (vs 1.4%) and Korean at 1.4% (vs 0.3%).
66.5% of the suburb of Cannington population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
64.6% of the population in the suburb of Cannington speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.0% of the suburb of Cannington population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
51.2% of the suburb of Cannington population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Cannington displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 58.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 46.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,512 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Cannington, 18.8% of homes are owned outright, 22.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 58.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 46.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Cannington are houses.
In the suburb of Cannington, 16.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 36.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Cannington stands at 18.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Cannington is $1,512, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Cannington is $1,230, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Cannington, households with mortgages typically spend 22.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Cannington is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Cannington shows mortgage holders spending 22.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 22.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Cannington consists of 46.4% detached houses, 36.2% semi-detached dwellings, 16.9% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Cannington consumes approximately 18.2% of median household income ($6,746 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Cannington show attached dwellings contributing 23% of approvals compared to 54% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 77% of applications versus 46% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health in Cannington: private health cover 50.6%, no long-term health condition 82.8%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 33rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 82.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 87.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
Around 50.6% of people in the suburb of Cannington are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Cannington, 3.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
4.0% of people in the suburb of Cannington are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Cannington population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.9% of people in the suburb of Cannington have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Cannington, 50.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 81st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,629 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 243 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 40 public transport stops within the suburb of Cannington.
The suburb of Cannington has 5,629 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 804 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 249 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 512 m away and the nearest GP 515 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 40 stops nearby, 5,629 weekly trips, access rating 81 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 512 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 515 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 527 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 544 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 619 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 620 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 708 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 785 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 828 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Cannington among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Cannington has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 33% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Cannington is $699 a week, +9.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Cannington lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Cannington hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 4% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
The labour market in Cannington demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Educational attainment in Cannington sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Cannington features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Cannington is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Cannington displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health in Cannington: private health cover 50.6%, no long-term health condition 82.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Cannington has an estimated 9,141 residents, up 33.0% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Cannington.
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 Cannington.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 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 (SAL50246). 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 (Jul 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 Cannington 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 Cannington 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.
