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Carey Park has an estimated 5,662 residents, up 9.8% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Carey Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Carey Park is located 157 kilometres south from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Carey Park has an estimated population of around 5,662 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 507 people (9.8%) higher than the 2021 Census count of 5,155 people. The area is characterised by an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence, low average household size, a notable retail trade employment base, affordable housing options and above-average children per family.
The suburb of Carey Park has a fairly typical age profile, with a median age of 40, and is largely made up of lone person households and group households. Education levels are typically lower, and income levels fall in the lower quartile; population growth shows moderate expansion.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Carey Park is located 157 kilometres south from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb of Carey Park has an estimated population of around 5,662 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 507 people (9.8%) higher than the 2021 Census count of 5,155 people. The area is characterised by an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence, low average household size, a notable retail trade employment base, affordable housing options and above-average children per family.
The suburb of Carey Park has a fairly typical age profile, with a median age of 40, and is largely made up of lone person households and group households. Education levels are typically lower, and income levels fall in the lower quartile; population growth shows moderate expansion.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,867 in 2006 and 5,654 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,662 (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, 15.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 28.2%.
Carey Park ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for amenities and the 54th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Carey Park is $580 a week, up 6.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 13% below Regional WA.
13% below Regional WA on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Bunbury | $636 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bunbury, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 41 tracked applications: 36 approved, 0 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 57 projects in and around Carey Park, 18 of them under construction.
South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is building a $45 million health and community hub at Jaycee Park, Forrest Avenue, Carey Park, Bunbury, on land donated by the City of Bunbury. The facility will provide primary health care, chronic disease management, social and emotional wellbeing programs and family support services for Aboriginal communities.
Also known as Glen Iris Village, this $33.5 million mixed-use precinct features 11 single-storey buildings. The development includes a supermarket, tavern, childcare centre, medical hub, service station, and specialty retail outlets. Key community features include a central 'Village Green' communal space and high-quality landscaping.
Minor infrastructure upgrades to the Carey Park Football Club facilities at Kelly Park, funded through the WA Government's 2025-26 State Budget. The AUD 700,000 allocation is part of a AUD 93 million first tranche of sport and recreation infrastructure upgrades across regional Western Australia.
The Hay Park netball court refurbishment in Bunbury, completed in June 2025, replaced ageing 1980s courts with 12 new courts (reduced from 14) meeting Netball Australia standards, including two multi-use courts for basketball. Upgrades included new drainage, fencing, and six new LED light towers.
The redevelopment involves upgrading a 315m section of the Leschenault Inlet marine wall, drainage works, a new three-metre-wide shared path, and a new community-designed playground and open space at the Frank Buswell Foreshore in East Bunbury. Seawall construction began January 2024 and the shared path was completed by November 2024.
Multi-stage rejuvenation of Bunbury's coastline turning underused waterfront land into a regional marine industry hub and community destination. Stages 1 and 2 at Koombana Foreshore and Jetty Road Causeway are complete.
Redevelopment and carpark expansion associated with the Parade Hotel on the Leschenault Inlet. The development includes expanded patron parking facilities, short-stay accommodation, and tourism-related amenities following approval of City of Bunbury Local Planning Scheme 8 Amendment 11.
A 3,168-hectare regional park spanning the Greater Bunbury area from the Preston River to the coast, protecting important conservation, landscape, recreation, and education values across Manea Park, College Grove, Shearwater Tuart Forest, The Maidens bushland, and Leschenault Estuary.
Trinity Rise Estate is a residential land development by Plunkett Homes located at 70 Winthrop Avenue, College Grove, featuring blocks ranging from 383m2 to 535m2 with prices starting from $180,000. The project comprises 20 residential lots, integrating plans for public open space and walking trails through existing native vegetation.
The City of Bunbury project will upgrade Prinsep Street between the upgraded Haley Street/Carmody Place roundabout and Victoria Street. The upgrade includes improved alfresco dining areas, seating, new lighting, a designated pedestrian crossing, new street trees (14 new trees) and landscaping.
The proposed Bunbury Ocean Pool would be a community ocean swimming facility at Wyalup Rocky Point, Bunbury, sited within the existing basalt scar and channel. The City of Bunbury is continuing feasibility studies, regulatory discussions and funding investigations.
ECU South West (Bunbury Campus) is Western Australia's largest university campus outside Perth. Located within an education and health precinct alongside South Regional TAFE and Bunbury Health Campus, it provides teaching, research, and student services across nursing, education, business, science and allied programs.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 5, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2. 5 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 41 substantial development applications lodged in and around Carey Park over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 4, 2023 11, 2024 7, 2025 9, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
Key application 155 Forrest Avenue, Carey Park Commercial | $38m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 41 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 12 | ABS building approvals | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Carey Park include: SWAMS Health Hub and Community Centre (Construction); Glen Iris Commercial & Retail Development (Under Assessment); Carey Park Football Club Upgrades (Approved); Hay Park Netball Courts Refurbishment (Completed); and Hands Oval Redevelopment (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Carey Park spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Carey Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Carey Park area has seen 34 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Carey Park's current population of 5,662 has been supported by 12 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Carey Park has seen 2.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 330 people in the suburb of Carey Park, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Carey Park's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 12, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Carey Park has grown by approximately 326 people, while 62 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.3 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Carey Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,662 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,390 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,155 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 507 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.07 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Carey Park was estimated to be approximately 5,662 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,654 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Carey Park has added approximately 507 people and shown a 9.84% increase from the 5,155 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Carey Park is estimated at 1,391 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Carey Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Carey Park is driven by: Overseas migration (59.0%), Interstate migration (26.0%), Natural increase (14.000000000000002%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 59.0% of overall population gains.
Carey Park's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.0% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Carey Park at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Carey Park is equal to the Regional WA 2021 Census average and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Carey Park compared to the Regional WA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 15.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Carey Park compared to the Regional WA region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Carey Park is broadly in line with Regional WA.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the suburb of Carey Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.1% of the population in the suburb of Carey Park as at August 2026.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 4% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $46,477 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $59,270 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,018 | 2021 Census, weekly | 4th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $592 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 6.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,335 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 39.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Carey Park is approximately $49,749. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $46,477.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Carey Park is approximately $63,443. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $59,270.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Carey Park is approximately $49,749 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $46,477 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Carey Park is approximately $63,443 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,270 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Carey Park's households (~28.2% / 629 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Carey Park is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 28.2% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Carey Park is $1,018/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Carey Park is $1,335/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Carey Park is $592/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Carey Park had a median income among taxpayers of $46,477 with the average level standing at $59,270. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $62,873 and $78,328 across Regional WA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $49,749 (median) and $63,443 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Carey Park is $3,507 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Carey Park's disposable income is $3,507 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Carey Park face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 7% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,573 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,588 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,778 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Carey Park has approximately 2,573 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.4%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Carey Park stands at 7.4%, which is 3.9 percentage points above Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. 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 Carey Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.8% of employment), retail trade (12.7%), and construction (11.2%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Carey Park has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Carey Park is 57.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional WA average of 65.4%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Carey Park shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 16.8% of the local workforce compared to 11.9% across Regional WA. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 4 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Carey Park's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Carey Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 46.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
10.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Carey Park have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
46.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Carey Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of Carey Park ranks in the 6th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Carey Park are: Certificate (34.3%), Advanced Diploma (8.2%), Bachelor Degree (8.1%).
26.6% of the population in the suburb of Carey Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.8% in primary school, 7.8% in secondary school, 2.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Carey Park is 883, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Carey Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 281 students.
The suburb of Carey Park includes 1 primary school.
Carey Park features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 40.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.5% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 16.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,231 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,450 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 55.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Carey Park had 2,231 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.8% to an estimated 2,450 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Carey Park is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 55.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (40.1%), group households (4.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,229 family households, couples with children account for 15.4% of all households, couples without children at home 21.5%, and single parent families 16.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Carey Park shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 40.1% (versus 27.4% in Regional WA). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 55.1% compared to 69.8% in Regional WA. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Carey Park have an average of 1.9 children, matching the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 31.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.2% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 40.1% of all households in the suburb of Carey Park, higher than the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.8% of households, above the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Carey Park ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Carey Park was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 83.5% of its population being citizens, 80.8% born in Australia, and 90.9% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Carey Park, at 41.9% of people, although more residents (54.9%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.7% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Carey Park are English, comprising 33.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 28.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 1.5% of Carey Park (vs 1.0% across Regional WA), Filipino at 1.9% (vs 1.2%) and Australian Aboriginal at 4.5% (vs 6.1%).
19.2% of the suburb of Carey Park population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
9.1% of the population in the suburb of Carey Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
4.5% of the suburb of Carey Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
83.5% of the suburb of Carey Park population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Carey Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 46.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.9% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,261 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $270 | 2021 Census, weekly | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Carey Park, 24.9% of homes are owned outright, 28.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 46.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Carey Park are houses.
In the suburb of Carey Park, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 20.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Carey Park stands at 24.9%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Carey Park is $1,261, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Carey Park is $904, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Carey Park, households with mortgages typically spend 28.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Carey Park is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Carey Park shows mortgage holders spending 28.6% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 26.5% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Carey Park consists of 79.7% detached houses, 20.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Carey Park consumes approximately 20.5% of median household income ($4,408 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Carey Park show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 20% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 80% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Carey Park is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 20th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 64.9% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
Around 48.7% of people in the suburb of Carey Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Carey Park, 9.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
8.6% of people in the suburb of Carey Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the suburb of Carey Park population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.4% of people in the suburb of Carey Park have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Carey Park, 48.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 49 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 49th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 51 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 439 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 2.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 51 public transport stops within the suburb of Carey Park.
The suburb of Carey Park has 439 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 62 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 156 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 624 m away and the nearest child care centre 634 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 51 stops nearby, 439 weekly trips, access rating 49 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 79th percentile nationally |
| Nearest dentist | 579 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 624 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 634 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 683 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 739 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 940 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 97 places in Carey Park, about 3.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Carey Park recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Carey Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Carey Park is $580 a week, +6.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Carey Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Carey Park's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income metrics place the area in the bottom 4% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Carey Park face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 7% of areas assessed nationally.
Carey Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Carey Park features high concentrations of lone person households and single parent families but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
Carey Park ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Carey Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional WA.
Health performance in Carey Park is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Carey Park has an estimated 5,662 residents, up 9.8% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Carey Park.
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 Carey Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (SAL50261). 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 (Oct 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 Carey Park 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 Carey Park 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.
