Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Edgewater has an estimated 5,231 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 39 projects tracked in the area around Edgewater.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 22 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Edgewater combines picturesque natural landscapes with extensive urban convenience. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Edgewater has an estimated population of around 5,231 residents, an assessment grounded in annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates alongside quarterly national address file reviews. This reflects an addition of 574 people (12.3%) from the 4,657 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census, although overall population growth patterns remain relatively restrained. Residents enjoy close proximity to pristine beaches, scenic coastline, native bushland, and parklands, all complemented by established commercial centres, medical infrastructure, and quality educational institutions that cater seamlessly to day-to-day requirements.
Demographically, the community features an established, mature profile with a median age of 41 and an above-average standard of education.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 22 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Edgewater combines picturesque natural landscapes with extensive urban convenience. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Edgewater has an estimated population of around 5,231 residents, an assessment grounded in annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates alongside quarterly national address file reviews. This reflects an addition of 574 people (12.3%) from the 4,657 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census, although overall population growth patterns remain relatively restrained. Residents enjoy close proximity to pristine beaches, scenic coastline, native bushland, and parklands, all complemented by established commercial centres, medical infrastructure, and quality educational institutions that cater seamlessly to day-to-day requirements.
Demographically, the community features an established, mature profile with a median age of 41 and an above-average standard of education.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,877 in 2006 and 5,221 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,231 (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, 14.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.1%.
Edgewater ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for health and the 77th 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 Edgewater is $750 a week, up 7.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% above Greater Perth.
4% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $750 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Joondalup | $830 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Joondalup, over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 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 West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 39 projects in and around Edgewater, 8 of them under construction.
Proposed redevelopment of the former quarry site into a sustainable residential community featuring parklands, wetlands, and recreational…
The City of Wanneroo is redeveloping the Wanneroo Recreation Centre in two stages.
Proposed state-of-the-art performing arts venue planned for Lot 1001 Teakle Court in the Joondalup City Centre.
State Government funded program to enhance Yellagonga Regional Park through new recreation and environmental infrastructure.
Boutique residential community of 300+ lots with premium parks, playgrounds and landscaped entry statements, close to future schools and…
A major 307.9 million dollar expansion of Joondalup Health Campus jointly funded by the Western Australian State Government (149.9 million)…
Development approval has been granted under the Part 11B Significant Development pathway for the Woodvale Corner commercial centre at the…
A boutique 153-home land lease retirement community for over-55s within Stockland's wider Illyarrie masterplanned community at Sinagra, on…
Proposed residential and mixed-use development site located at 35 Davidson Terrace in the Joondalup City Centre precinct.
Completed Ramsay Health Care funded expansion of Ramsay Private at Joondalup Health Campus, opened in February 2026.
Proposed mixed-use development combining residential apartments with commercial/retail spaces.
City-led mixed-use precinct renewal in the Joondalup City Centre across City-owned civic core lots bounded by Boas Avenue, Central Walk…
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Estimated completion year of the 13 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 2, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Edgewater over the period covered (about 0.2 years); 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 0 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Key application 57 Joondalup Drive, Edgewater $2.3m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.2 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Edgewater area has seen 8 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Edgewater's current population of 5,231 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Edgewater has seen 0.4 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 1295 people in the suburb of Edgewater, 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 Edgewater's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Edgewater has grown by approximately 452 people, while 10 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 45.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Edgewater include: ECU Joondalup School of Education Relocation (Construction); Joondalup Performing Arts and Cultural Facility (Planning); Yellagonga Regional Park Improvement Project (Construction); 1-3 Chipala Court Residential Development (Approved); and Edgewater Quarry Redevelopment (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Edgewater spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
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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.
Edgewater is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,231 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,075 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,657 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 574 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Edgewater was estimated to be approximately 5,231 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,221 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Edgewater has added approximately 574 people and shown a 12.33% increase from the 4,657 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Edgewater is estimated at 1,076 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Edgewater has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Edgewater is driven by: Overseas migration (94.0%), Natural increase (6.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.0% of overall population gains.
Edgewater's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.1% | 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 | 41 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 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Edgewater at 40 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Edgewater is 3 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Edgewater compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Edgewater compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Edgewater show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 65-74 year-olds (12.2% vs 8.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.6% of the population in the suburb of Edgewater as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.8% of the population in the suburb of Edgewater as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,041 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $86,015 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,016 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $869 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,344 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Edgewater is approximately $71,761. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,041.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Edgewater is approximately $92,070. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $86,015.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Edgewater is approximately $71,761 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,041 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Edgewater is approximately $92,070 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $86,015 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Edgewater's households (~31.2% / 539 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Edgewater is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.2% 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 Edgewater is $2,016/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Edgewater is $2,344/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Edgewater is $869/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Edgewater had a median income among taxpayers of $67,041 with the average level standing at $86,015. 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 $71,761 (median) and $92,070 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Edgewater is $7,540 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Edgewater's disposable income is $7,540 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Edgewater 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 | 71.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,956 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,856 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,054 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Edgewater has approximately 2,956 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 Edgewater 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 Edgewater is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.0% of employment), construction (12.4%), and education & training (12.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and professional & technical.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Edgewater 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 Edgewater is 71.7%, 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%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Edgewater shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Edgewater'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.
Edgewater 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 | 19.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 30.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
30.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Edgewater have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
32.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Edgewater have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Edgewater ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Edgewater are: Certificate (25.3%), Bachelor Degree (19.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
28.7% of the population in the suburb of Edgewater is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.5% in primary school, 7.6% in secondary school, 5.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Edgewater is 1063, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Edgewater, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,422 students.
The suburb of Edgewater includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Edgewater features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with an average household size in line with Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,730 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,943 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.5% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Edgewater had 1,730 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.3% to an estimated 1,943 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Edgewater is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.3%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.3%).
Of the 1,323 family households, couples with children account for 35.0% of all households, couples without children at home 31.7%, 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 Edgewater shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Edgewater have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 20.3% of all households in the suburb of Edgewater, 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 2.9% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Edgewater was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 43.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 89.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.0% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 56.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Edgewater was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 10.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 43.6% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Edgewater, at 47.6% of people, although more residents (49.3%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Edgewater are English, comprising 36.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 19.4% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Edgewater (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.6% (vs 1.0%) and Dutch at 2.1% (vs 1.5%).
43.6% of the suburb of Edgewater population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
10.2% of the population in the suburb of Edgewater speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.7% of the suburb of Edgewater population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
87.0% of the suburb of Edgewater population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Edgewater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.1% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.5% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Edgewater, 36.5% of homes are owned outright, 47.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Edgewater are houses.
In the suburb of Edgewater, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Edgewater stands at 36.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Edgewater is $1,950, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Edgewater is $1,196, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Edgewater, households with mortgages typically spend 22.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Edgewater is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Edgewater shows mortgage holders spending 22.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.3% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Edgewater consists of 95.6% detached houses, 4.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Edgewater consumes approximately 13.7% of median household income ($8,729 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Edgewater'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 | 70.5% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
Around 59.6% of people in the suburb of Edgewater are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Edgewater, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the suburb of Edgewater are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.9% of the suburb of Edgewater population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of Edgewater have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Edgewater, 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 67th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,502 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 131 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 6 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 40 public transport stops within the suburb of Edgewater.
The suburb of Edgewater has 1,502 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 214 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 198 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 476 m away and the nearest GP 628 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 40 stops nearby, 1,502 weekly trips, access rating 67 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 40 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 40th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 476 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 628 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 631 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 704 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 809 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 870 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 901 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 3 long day care centres with 227 places in Edgewater, about 1.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Edgewater compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Edgewater has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Edgewater is $750 a week, +7.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Edgewater is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Edgewater's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 77% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Edgewater well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Edgewater shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Edgewater features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with an average household size in line with Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Edgewater was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Edgewater is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Edgewater'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 good 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.
Edgewater has an estimated 5,231 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 39 projects tracked in the area around Edgewater.
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 Edgewater.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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 (SAL50474). 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 (Sep 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 Edgewater 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 Edgewater 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.
