Eden Hill

An assessment of population growth drivers in Eden Hill reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, the Eden Hill statistical area's population is estimated at around 4,197, reflecting an increase of 494 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 3,703 in the Eden Hill (SA2). This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 4,011 residents following examination of ABS' ERP data release in Jun 2024, and an additional validated new address since the Census date. The population density ratio is 1,848 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Eden Hill's growth rate of 13.3% since the 2021 census exceeded both national average (9.7%) and SA3 area averages. Overseas migration contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). By 2041, the Eden Hill statistical area is expected to grow by 390 persons, reflecting a total increase of 4.3% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Eden Hill when compared nationally

Eden Hill has seen approximately 11 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 59 homes were approved, with another 11 approved in FY-26 so far. This results in an average of about 4.3 new residents per year for every home built over the past five financial years.

The demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $502,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year has seen $4.6 million in commercial approvals registered, suggesting limited commercial development focus. Compared to Greater Perth, Eden Hill's rate of new dwelling approvals per person is approximately three-quarters that of the region.

Nationally, it ranks around the 55th percentile of areas assessed, indicating established nature and potential planning limitations. Recent construction comprises 86.0% standalone homes and 14.0% medium to high-density housing, maintaining Eden Hill's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes. With approximately 283 people per dwelling approval, Eden Hill shows a developing market. Future projections estimate an addition of 180 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Eden Hill has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely impacting the area: WA Government Social Housing Program - Bassendean. Other key projects include Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Concept Masterplan, Bennett Springs East Structure Plan, and Bushmead Estate by Cedar Woods. The following details those most relevant.

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Eden Hill shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Eden Hill's workforce comprises skilled individuals with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate stood at 5.4% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.6% over the preceding year.

According to AreaSearch data aggregation, 2,209 residents were employed by September 2025, while the unemployment rate was 1.4% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Eden Hill was somewhat lower at 63.1%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade sectors. Construction employment levels were particularly high, reaching 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, mining employed only 5.1% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 7.0%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work, as indicated by Census working population data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.6%, while the labour force grew by 1.8%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded higher employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal increase in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, slightly above the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eden Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023, Eden Hill had a median income among taxpayers of $51,933 and an average level of $63,061. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $56,929 (median) and $69,127 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Eden Hill, between the 45th and 47th percentiles. Income analysis shows the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 34.3% of residents (1,439 people), reflecting patterns seen regionally where 32.0% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 46th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Eden Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Eden Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 86.4% houses and 13.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 72.7% houses and 27.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eden Hill stood at 31.8%, similar to Perth metro, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (44.0%) or rented (24.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Eden Hill was $1,733, below the Perth metro average of $1,855. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $340, matching the Perth metro figure. Nationally, Eden Hill's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 71.3% of all households, including 29.4% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 13.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.7%, with lone person households at 24.4% and group households making up 3.9%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.3.

Eden Hill shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 22.2%, significantly lower than the SA3 average of 33.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common (15.8%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 37.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 27.6%. Educational participation is high, with 28.1% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary (10.2%), secondary (7.2%), and tertiary (4.2%) levels.

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

Eden Hill has 12 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together facilitate 1,083 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these transport services is considered good, with residents on average being located 249 meters away from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 154 trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 90 weekly trips per individual bus stop.

Eden Hill's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Eden Hill's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is approximately 52%, impacting about 2,192 people, which is higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Perth's 56.2%.

Mental health issues affect 8.6% of residents, while asthma impacts 8.0%. About 67.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. The area has 19.2% of residents aged 65 and over (805 people), which is higher than the 18.1% in Greater Perth. Overall, Eden Hill's health profile is broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Eden Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Eden Hill's population showed higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 19.8% speaking a language other than English at home and 30.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Eden Hill, comprising 46.3%. Buddhism, however, was more prevalent in Eden Hill at 2.5%, compared to Greater Perth's 3.8%.

The top three ancestral groups were English (25.5%), Australian (23.1%), and Other (9.8%). Notably, Croatian ethnicity was overrepresented in Eden Hill at 1.4% versus the regional average of 0.9%. Serbian and French ethnicities also showed similar representation in Eden Hill compared to Greater Perth, with Serbians making up 0.7% and French 0.7%, mirroring their respective regional percentages of 0.7% and 0.6%.

Eden Hill's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Eden Hill is 38 years, close to Greater Perth's average of 37 years and equivalent to Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Eden Hill has a higher percentage of residents aged 65-74 (10.7%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (10.6%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the population aged 75-84 grew from 5.5% to 6.5%, while the population aged 45-54 declined from 12.1% to 10.9%. By 2041, Eden Hill's age composition is expected to change significantly. The population aged 75-84 is projected to grow by 63%, reaching 444 people from 272. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 80% of the total population growth. Conversely, populations aged 25-34 and 0-4 years are projected to decline.