Suburb profile · Greater Perth
East Victoria Park has an estimated 12,475 residents, up 18.0% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around East Victoria Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 5.7 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of East Victoria Park has an estimated population of around 12,475 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch analysis of annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a post-Census addition of 1,906 people (18.0%) above the 10,569 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by above-average population density, elevated demographic growth drivers, and a moderate expansion profile.
East Victoria Park features a well-educated community with strong income levels and an above-average renting population. The demographic mix is distinguished by a high representation of young adults and working-age residents, with a notable presence across the 25 to 34yo and 35 to 44yo age brackets, along with a sizable component of group households. Residents benefit from a robust offering of local service amenities that support the neighbourhood's appeal.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 5.7 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of East Victoria Park has an estimated population of around 12,475 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch analysis of annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates. This reflects a post-Census addition of 1,906 people (18.0%) above the 10,569 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by above-average population density, elevated demographic growth drivers, and a moderate expansion profile.
East Victoria Park features a well-educated community with strong income levels and an above-average renting population. The demographic mix is distinguished by a high representation of young adults and working-age residents, with a notable presence across the 25 to 34yo and 35 to 44yo age brackets, along with a sizable component of group households. Residents benefit from a robust offering of local service amenities that support the neighbourhood's appeal.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,295 in 2006 and 12,454 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,475 (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, 23.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31%.
East Victoria Park ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 93rd for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in East Victoria Park is $695 a week, up 4.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% below Greater Perth.
4% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $695 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 57 projects in and around East Victoria Park, 12 of them under construction.
A $27.5 million three-storey mixed-use development by Fabcot Pty Ltd (Woolworths Group) at the corner of Albany Highway and Shepperton Road, East Victoria Park.
A 16-storey mixed-use development featuring 85 apartments with a ground floor commercial tenancy. The approved development underwent revised planning with additional two storeys, changes to setbacks and facade design with more glazing and enclosed balconies.
Adaptive heritage redevelopment of the state heritage-listed Edward Millen House and surrounding buildings into a vibrant community hospitality precinct.
A $163 million redevelopment of the Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University's Bentley campus into Hockey Australia's national hockey centre. The project includes four outdoor pitches, with at least two to International Hockey Federation Category 1 standard, an indoor hockey centre with FIH-standard courts, a 1,000-seat stadium expandable to 10,000 in…
Medium-density residential infill project by Cedar Woods, proposing approximately 180 apartments and townhouses, located directly opposite the new Oats Street Station as part of the METRONET East redevelopment area.
Proposed mixed-use development comprising 73 residential apartments across three storeys with ground-floor commercial tenancies. The site is situated along the Bank Street corridor near the East Victoria Park commercial precinct. Development approval was assessed and granted by the Town of Victoria Park under local planning framework provisions.
A three-storey lifted apartment building providing 15 one-bedroom social housing dwellings for seniors aged 55 and over. The development includes 9 apartments built to Gold Level Livable Housing Australia standard and 6 apartments to Silver Level standard, with a communal lounge and dining space on the ground floor.
Research-led digital twin project at Curtin University's Bentley campus supporting the Pathways to Net Zero Precincts program. The project is piloting an integrated digital twin platform using real-time building sensor data to improve space utilisation, operational energy efficiency, Consumer Energy Resource integration, and precinct-scale decarbonisation.
The Town of Victoria Park has completed the 4.7 hectare Elizabeth Baillie Park redevelopment as part of the wider Elizabeth Baillie Precinct transformation.
Completed 6-storey apartment development containing 92 residences located 400m from Carlisle Station. The project was completed by Finbar Group.
Transit-oriented redevelopment precinct centred on the new elevated Carlisle Station, delivered as part of the completed METRONET Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal ($1.62 billion). The elevated rail, five new stations and the seven-kilometre Long Park linear reserve opened in June 2025.
Perth Park is a $217.5 million entertainment and sporting precinct at Burswood Park, beside Optus Stadium in Burswood. The project includes a 3.4 km multi-use track designed for an annual Supercars street circuit from 2028, plus cycling and athletics.
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 7, 2028 3, 2029 3, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around East Victoria Park over the period covered (about 2.6 years), none in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 1 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 38 | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.6 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of East Victoria Park include: Edward Millen Heritage Precinct (Construction); 1022-1024 Albany Highway Commercial Precinct (Dev. Approval); Australian Hockey Centre (Construction); Woolworths East Victoria Park (Dev. Approval); and Macmillan Precinct Masterplan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of East Victoria Park spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within East Victoria Park when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of East Victoria Park area has seen 66 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of East Victoria Park's current population of 12,475 has been supported by 38 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of East Victoria Park has seen 3.4 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 373 people in the suburb of East Victoria Park, 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 East Victoria Park's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 38, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park has grown by approximately 1,471 people, while 192 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.7 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.
Population growth drivers in East Victoria Park are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,475 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +18.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,231 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,569 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,906 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of East Victoria Park was estimated to be approximately 12,475 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,454 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of East Victoria Park has added approximately 1,906 people and shown a 18.03% increase from the 10,569 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of East Victoria Park is estimated at 3,232 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of East Victoria Park is driven by: Overseas migration (79.0%), Natural increase (21.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 79.0% of overall population gains.
East Victoria Park's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th 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 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 35.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 62.7% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.5% | 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 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of East Victoria Park at 34 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, East Victoria Park is 3 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 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 East Victoria Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 23.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of East Victoria Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 5.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of East Victoria Park show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (23.8% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.0% vs 2.0%) and 65-74 year-olds (5.3% vs 8.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.3% of the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.9% of the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $70,225 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $86,186 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,100 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,048 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,705 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is approximately $75,169. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $70,225.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is approximately $92,253. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $86,186.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is approximately $75,169 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,225 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is approximately $92,253 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $86,186 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of East Victoria Park's households (~31.0% / 1,295 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of East Victoria Park is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.0% 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 East Victoria Park is $2,100/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is $2,705/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is $1,048/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of East Victoria Park's median income among taxpayers is $70,225, with an average of $86,186. This is extremely high nationally, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $75,169 (median) and $92,253 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of East Victoria Park is $7,719 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of East Victoria Park's disposable income is $7,719 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places East Victoria Park well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,949 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,716 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,212 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of East Victoria Park has approximately 7,949 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of East Victoria Park stands at 3.2%, which is 1.0 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 East Victoria Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.8% of employment), professional & technical (11.5%), and education & training (10.2%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of East Victoria Park 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 East Victoria Park is 77.8%, 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 East Victoria Park shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.5% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of East Victoria Park's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
East Victoria Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 46.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
46.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Victoria Park have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
25.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of East Victoria Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of East Victoria Park ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of East Victoria Park are: Bachelor Degree (30.7%), Certificate (17.2%), Postgraduate (11.3%).
31.8% of the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.3% in primary school, 6.2% in secondary school, 10.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of East Victoria Park is 1055, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the suburb of East Victoria Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,095 students.
The suburb of East Victoria Park includes 5 primary schools.
East Victoria Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,172 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,924 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of East Victoria Park had 4,172 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 18.0% to an estimated 4,924 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of East Victoria Park is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.4%), group households (7.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,670 family households, couples with children account for 26.4% of all households, couples without children at home 27.7%, and single parent families 7.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of East Victoria Park shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.0% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the suburb of East Victoria Park have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 45.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 28.4% of all households in the suburb of East Victoria Park, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 7.7% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
East Victoria Park 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 | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.4% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
East Victoria Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 23.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 36.6% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in East Victoria Park, at 37.2% of people, although more residents (51.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 3.5% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in East Victoria Park are English, comprising 25.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.2% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of East Victoria Park (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), French at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and Korean at 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
36.6% of the suburb of East Victoria Park population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
23.1% of the population in the suburb of East Victoria Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.4% of the suburb of East Victoria Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
78.4% of the suburb of East Victoria Park population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
East Victoria Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 41.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,073 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of East Victoria Park, 22.2% of homes are owned outright, 36.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 41.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.8% of dwellings in the suburb of East Victoria Park are houses.
In the suburb of East Victoria Park, 17.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of East Victoria Park stands at 22.2%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of East Victoria Park is $2,073, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of East Victoria Park is $1,381, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of East Victoria Park, households with mortgages typically spend 22.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of East Victoria Park is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of East Victoria Park shows mortgage holders spending 22.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.7% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of East Victoria Park consists of 66.8% detached houses, 15.4% semi-detached dwellings, 17.8% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in East Victoria Park consumes approximately 15.2% of median household income ($9,093 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in East Victoria Park show attached dwellings contributing 17% of approvals compared to 33% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 83% of applications versus 67% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
East Victoria Park's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
Around 59.6% of people in the suburb of East Victoria Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of East Victoria Park, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the suburb of East Victoria Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the suburb of East Victoria Park population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the suburb of East Victoria Park have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of East Victoria Park, 59.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 88 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 6,417 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 85th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 144 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 88 public transport stops within the suburb of East Victoria Park.
The suburb of East Victoria Park has 6,417 weekly trips across 32 routes, averaging 916 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 142 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 306 m away and the nearest school 476 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 88 stops nearby, 6,417 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 306 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 476 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 570 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 596 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 657 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 665 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 686 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 841 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 864 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within East Victoria Park when compared nationally.
East Victoria Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 44% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in East Victoria Park is $695 a week, +4.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in East Victoria Park are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
East Victoria Park's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places East Victoria Park well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
East Victoria Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
East Victoria Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
East Victoria Park 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.
East Victoria Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
East Victoria Park's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
East Victoria Park has an estimated 12,475 residents, up 18.0% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around East Victoria 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 East Victoria Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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 (SAL50468). 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 (May 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 East Victoria 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 East Victoria 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.
