Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Caversham has an estimated 8,866 residents, up 19.5% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Caversham.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 14 kilometres northeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Caversham is an affluent, family-oriented community characterised by quiet, tree-lined streets, generous parks, and an active civic spirit. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Caversham has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of approximately 8,866, expanding by 1,447 people (19.5%) from the 7,419 people recorded at the 2021 Census based on annual SA2-level figures and quarterly national address updates. This rapid expansion places the suburb of Caversham in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Local residents enjoy convenient access to local shops, cafes, and dining options, alongside well-regarded public and private educational facilities suited for young households.
Demographically, the suburb of Caversham is shaped by an above-average household size and an exceptionally high concentration of family households, couples with children, and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44yo, complemented by an elevated proportion 0 to 4yo.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 14 kilometres northeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Caversham is an affluent, family-oriented community characterised by quiet, tree-lined streets, generous parks, and an active civic spirit. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Caversham has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of approximately 8,866, expanding by 1,447 people (19.5%) from the 7,419 people recorded at the 2021 Census based on annual SA2-level figures and quarterly national address updates. This rapid expansion places the suburb of Caversham in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Local residents enjoy convenient access to local shops, cafes, and dining options, alongside well-regarded public and private educational facilities suited for young households.
Demographically, the suburb of Caversham is shaped by an above-average household size and an exceptionally high concentration of family households, couples with children, and a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44yo, complemented by an elevated proportion 0 to 4yo.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,820 in 2006 and 8,771 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,866 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 20%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 41.3%.
Caversham ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for population growth and the 91st for income.
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 Caversham is $800 a week, up 6.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Greater Perth.
11% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $800 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Swan | $741 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Swan, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North East, over 12 months | +8.2% | 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 15 tracked applications: 1 approved, 1 under assessment, 13 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 40 projects in and around Caversham, 14 of them under construction.
Bushmead is Perth's newest suburb and a masterplanned residential community set amongst 185 hectares of retained native bushland, located…
Masterplanned residential estate in Dayton delivering multiple staged land releases and house and land packages.
Major expansion of Caversham Valley Primary School to accommodate rapid enrolment growth in the Swan Valley area.
Masterplanned community in Dayton delivering over 800 residential lots with parks, a primary school site, and direct access to the Whiteman…
Roe Estate is a residential infill redevelopment of the former John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School site in Beechboro.
Completed master planned residential estate in Caversham developed by DevelopmentWA, providing more than 500 home sites with local parks…
Iluma Private Estate is a 58.77-hectare masterplanned residential community by Mirvac in Bennett Springs.
A future mixed-use district centre for the Dayton and Brabham communities, anchored by the now-open Whiteman Park Station on the Ellenbrook…
Intimate residential enclave of elevated land parcels in the heart of Caversham offering sweeping Swan Valley views, fully completed and…
The project involves the continued enhancement and expansion of the Springs Shopping Centre to accommodate the growing Bennett Springs and…
Proposed mixed-use expansion of the Swan Valley Fresh site located within the City of Swan New Junction precinct.
Future railway station planned for Bennett Springs East as part of the METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 3, 2027 8, 2028 7, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 1 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 15 substantial development applications lodged in and around Caversham over the past 5 years, 2 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 3, 2024 4, 2025 4, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Caversham include: Bennett Springs East Improvement Scheme No. 1 (Under Assessment); West Swan Road Resort and Hospitality Precinct (Approved); Riverbank Site Adaptive Reuse & Redevelopment Precinct (Approved); Waldeck Road Mixed-Use Development (Dev. Application); and The Avenues Caversham (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Caversham spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Caversham when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Caversham area has seen 46 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Caversham's current population of 8,866 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Caversham has seen 5.2 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 377 people in the suburb of Caversham, 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 Caversham's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 40, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Caversham has grown by approximately 1,456 people, while 199 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.3 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.
Caversham lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,866 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +19.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 754 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +5.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,419 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,447 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 11.76 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Caversham was estimated to be approximately 8,866 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,771 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Caversham has added approximately 1,447 people and shown a 19.50% increase from the 7,419 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Caversham is estimated at 754 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Caversham has shown a compound annual growth rate of 5.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Caversham is driven by: Interstate migration (39.0%), Natural increase (34.0%), Overseas migration (27.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 39.0% of overall population gains.
Caversham's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 24.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.5% | 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 | 33 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | 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 Caversham at 33 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 33 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 33 years as at August 2026, Caversham is 4 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 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 Caversham compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 20.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Caversham compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Caversham show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (8.5% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (2.8% vs 5.5%) and 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 24.2% of the population in the suburb of Caversham as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.9% of the population in the suburb of Caversham as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $78,255 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $93,816 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,266 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $980 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,423 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Caversham is approximately $83,764. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $78,255.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Caversham is approximately $100,421. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $93,816.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Caversham is approximately $83,764 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,255 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Caversham is approximately $100,421 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $93,816 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Caversham's households (~41.3% / 1,000 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Caversham is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 41.3% 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 Caversham is $2,266/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Caversham is $2,423/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Caversham is $980/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Caversham had a median income among taxpayers of $78,255 with the average level standing at $93,816. This is among the highest in Australia 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 $83,764 (median) and $100,421 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Caversham is $8,223 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Caversham's disposable income is $8,223 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Caversham demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 80.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,149 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,995 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,324 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Caversham has approximately 5,149 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Caversham stands at 3.3%, which is 0.9 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Caversham is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.9% of employment), construction (9.3%), and retail trade (9.3%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.5% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include mining and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Caversham 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 Caversham is 80.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Caversham shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 7.0% of the local workforce compared to 4.7% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Caversham's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Caversham ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
28.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Caversham have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
34.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Caversham have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Caversham ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Caversham are: Certificate (25.9%), Bachelor Degree (19.3%), Advanced Diploma (12.0%).
31.3% of the population in the suburb of Caversham is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.7% in primary school, 7.1% in secondary school, 4.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Caversham is 1040, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Caversham, with a combined enrollment of approximately 677 students.
The suburb of Caversham includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Caversham features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 47.5% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,420 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,892 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Caversham had 2,420 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 19.5% to an estimated 2,892 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Caversham is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.0%), group households (2.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,970 family households, couples with children account for 47.5% of all households, couples without children at home 23.8%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Caversham shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.4% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.0% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Caversham have an average of 1.6 children, matching the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.5% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 16.0% of all households in the suburb of Caversham, notably lower than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.6% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Caversham was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 39.2% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.1% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
Caversham scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Caversham was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.6% of people in Caversham. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 7.7% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.5%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Caversham are English, comprising 21.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 20.2% of the population, and Other, comprising 17.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 4.1% of Caversham (vs 1.4% across Greater Perth), Croatian at 1.3% (vs 0.8%) and Indian at 6.5% (vs 2.6%).
39.2% of the suburb of Caversham population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
32.9% of the population in the suburb of Caversham speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.4% of the suburb of Caversham population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.7% of the suburb of Caversham population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Caversham is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 65.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 18th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Caversham, 17.6% of homes are owned outright, 65.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Caversham are houses.
In the suburb of Caversham, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Caversham stands at 17.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Caversham is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Caversham is $1,596, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Caversham, households with mortgages typically spend 20.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Caversham is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Caversham shows mortgage holders spending 20.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Caversham consists of 94.1% detached houses, 2.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 3.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Caversham consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($9,812 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Caversham show attached dwellings contributing 17% of approvals compared to 6% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 83% of applications versus 94% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
The level of general health in Caversham is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 62.7% of people in the suburb of Caversham are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Caversham, 3.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the suburb of Caversham are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.0% of the suburb of Caversham population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.9% of people in the suburb of Caversham have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Caversham, 62.7% 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 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 | 48 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 48th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 789 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 241 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 38 public transport stops within the suburb of Caversham.
The suburb of Caversham has 789 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 112 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 250 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 459 m away and the nearest school 624 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 38 stops nearby, 789 weekly trips, access rating 48 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 459 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 624 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 714 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 720 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 723 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 728 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Caversham when compared nationally.
Caversham has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Caversham is $800 a week, +6.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Caversham lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Caversham's young demographic places it in the bottom 14% of areas nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 9% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment conditions in Caversham demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
The educational profile of Caversham ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Caversham features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Caversham was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Caversham is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
The level of general health in Caversham is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Caversham has an estimated 8,866 residents, up 19.5% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Caversham.
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 Caversham.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50277). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Caversham 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 Caversham 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.
