East Cannington

East 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

As of Nov 2025, East Cannington's estimated population is around 7,485, reflecting a 14.9% increase since the 2021 Census which reported 6,512 people. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 7,368 based on ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional 54 validated new addresses post-Census. The suburb's population density is 2,721 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally. East Cannington's growth exceeded the national average of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 76.0% to recent population gains. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and ABS Greater Capital Region projections from 2023 based on 2022 data for areas not covered by the former.

By 2041, East Cannington's population is projected to increase by 1,802 persons, reflecting a total gain of 26.2% over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions East Cannington among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

East Cannington recorded approximately 48 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 242 homes were approved, with an additional 4 approved in FY-26. On average, 4.9 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed over these years.

This supply lagged demand, suggesting heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New properties were constructed at an average value of $368,000. In FY-26, $13.1 million in commercial development approvals were recorded.

Compared to Greater Perth, East Cannington had slightly more development activity over the past five years, preserving reasonable buyer options while sustaining property demand. Recent construction comprised 77.0% detached dwellings and 23.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a focus on family homes. The location had approximately 262 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for growth. Future projections estimate East Cannington adding 1,961 residents by 2041. Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

East Cannington has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 such projects that could impact the area in question. Among these key projects are Mason & Bird Heritage Precinct Redevelopment, Canning City Centre Regeneration Program, Gibbs Street Residential Development, and East Cannington Station Precinct Redevelopment (METRONET). The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates East Cannington maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

East Cannington has a well-educated workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 4.4% as of June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.6% over the past year.

In East Cannington, 4,313 residents were employed in June 2025, with an unemployment rate of 0.5% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was fairly standard at 68.6%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries included health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The area had a notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

Education & training was under-represented, with only 5.2% of East Cannington's workforce compared to 9.2% in Greater Perth. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 3.6%, while labour force increased by 3.3%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (Sep-22) project national employment expansion at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to East Cannington's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows median income in East Cannington was $52,415 and average income was $61,239. This is lower than Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020. By September 2025, estimates based on a 14.2% Wage Price Index growth suggest median income will be approximately $59,858 and average income $69,935. Census 2021 data indicates incomes in East Cannington are at the 51st percentile nationally. The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, with 38.4% of locals earning within this range. Housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 55th percentile. East Cannington's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in East Cannington, as per the latest Census, consisted of 76.8% houses and 23.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 78.4% houses and 21.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in East Cannington was at 21.1%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (38.5%) or rented (40.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,820. The median weekly rent figure in East Cannington was recorded at $350, equal to Perth metro's figure. Nationally, East Cannington's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 74.0% of all households, including 39.9% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.0%, with lone person households at 19.6% and group households comprising 6.7%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

The educational profile of East Cannington exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 35.5% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the WA average of 27.9% and the SA4 region's rate of 29.9%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 23.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 10.9% and certificates for 18.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 34.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.1% in primary, 7.8% in tertiary, and 6.7% pursuing secondary education. Gibbs Street Primary School serves East Cannington, enrolling 603 students as of the latest data. The area exhibits above-average socio-educational conditions, with an ICSEA score of 1050. There is one school focusing exclusively on primary education in the area, with secondary options available nearby. School places per 100 residents stand at 8.1, below the regional average of 14.8, indicating some students may attend schools outside East Cannington.

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

East Cannington has 31 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six distinct routes that together facilitate 802 weekly passenger trips. The transport accessibility in the area is deemed good, with residents on average being located 211 meters away from their nearest transport stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages at 114 trips per day, which equates to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

East Cannington's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

East Cannington's health outcomes show low prevalence of common conditions across all ages.

Private health cover stands at approximately 52%, slightly below the SA2 average. The most prevalent conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 4.7% and 4.5% respectively. A higher proportion, 82.7%, report no medical ailments compared to Greater Perth's 76.0%. The area has a lower percentage of seniors aged 65 and over at 8.7% (651 people), compared to Greater Perth's 15.9%. However, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

East 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

East Cannington has one of the most culturally diverse populations in Australia, with 59.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 57.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 35.2% of East Cannington's population. However, there is an overrepresentation in the 'Other' religious category, comprising 8.5%, compared to Greater Perth's average of 3.2%.

In terms of ancestry, 'Other' is the largest group at 29.3%, higher than the regional average of 18.7%. English ancestry makes up 14.6%, lower than the regional average of 20.2%. Australian ancestry stands at 12.4%. Notably, Indian (9.2% vs 6.5%), Filipino (4.1% vs 1.6%), and Sri Lankan (0.7%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in East Cannington compared to regional averages.

East Cannington hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At the age of 31 years, East Cannington's median age is notably lower than both the Greater Perth average of 37 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, East Cannington has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (22.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.5%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of East Cannington's population that is aged 5 to 14 has grown from 12.2% to 13.0%, while the proportion of residents aged 0 to 4 has declined from 8.8% to 7.8%. Demographic projections suggest that by 2041, East Cannington's age profile will undergo significant changes. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to grow steadily, increasing by 341 people (20%) from 1,699 to 2,041.