Eglinton (WA)

Eglinton lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the suburb of Eglinton's estimated population is around 8,758 as of Feb 2026. This reflects a significant increase from the 2021 Census figure of 3,705 people, marking a rise of 5,053 individuals (136.4%). AreaSearch estimated this resident population of 6,351 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and validated an additional 2,149 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 568 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space for development. Eglinton's growth rate exceeded the national average (9.9%) since the 2021 census. Interstate migration primarily drove this growth, contributing approximately 68.0% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch adopts 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 uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future demographic trends predict exceptional growth for Eglinton, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas analysed. By 2041, the suburb is expected to increase by 4,451 persons, reflecting a total gain of 10.8% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Eglinton was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Eglinton has seen approximately 432 dwelling approvals annually, with a total of 2,161 homes approved between financial years FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 295 in FY-26. On average, 0.9 people have moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand. The average construction cost of new properties is $375,000, slightly above the regional average.

In FY-26, there have been $9.7 million in commercial approvals, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Eglinton has 872.0% more building activity per person. The area's new building activity consists of 99.0% detached houses and 1.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining its traditional low density character. With around 9 people moving in for each dwelling approval, Eglinton is classified as a growth area. Population forecasts indicate an increase of 946 residents by 2041, with current development patterns suggesting that new housing supply should readily meet demand.

Population forecasts indicate Eglinton will gain 946 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Eglinton has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38thth percentile nationally

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The labour market strength in Eglinton positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Eglinton's workforce comprises skilled individuals with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.3% as of September 2025, lower than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.9%.

There were 3,160 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 1.6% below Greater Perth's rate. Workforce participation in Eglinton was 67.7%, slightly lower than Greater Perth's 71.6%. According to Census responses, only 6.6% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries among Eglinton residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

The area shows strong specialization in construction with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services have lower representation at 3.7% compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.9%, labour force grew by 5.1%, resulting in a slight rise in unemployment to 3.7%. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Eglinton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that the median income in Eglinton is $62,713 and the average income stands at $72,649. This contrasts with Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Eglinton would be approximately $68,746 (median) and $79,638 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Eglinton are around the 72nd percentile nationally. Income brackets show that 48.6% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, aligning with metropolitan Perth where this cohort represents 32.0%. High housing costs consume 19.5% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 61st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Eglinton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Eglinton's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.3% houses and 0.7% other dwellings. In contrast, Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eglinton was at 7.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 70.9% and rented ones at 21.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,907. The median weekly rent figure in Eglinton was recorded as $350, matching Perth metro's figure. Nationally, Eglinton's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

Eglinton features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.0% of all households, including 43.6% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.0%, with lone person households at 15.8% and group households comprising 1.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Eglinton demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.2%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are held by 48.0% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 14.6% and certificates at 33.4%. Educational participation is high, with 32.9% currently enrolled in formal education: 13.6% in primary, 7.0% in secondary, and 4.1% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.6% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Eglinton has 20 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 6 routes, collectively providing 1801 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 265 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, primarily using cars (83%), while 9% use trains. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 6.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 257 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 90 weekly trips per stop.

Eglinton's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Eglinton residents. Mortality rates and health conditions align with national benchmarks, indicating low prevalence of common health issues across all age groups.

Private health cover is high at 56% (~4,907 people), compared to Greater Perth's 59%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 9.1 and 8.6% respectively, while 75.8% report no medical ailments, higher than Greater Perth's 71.9%. Under-65 residents show better-than-average health outcomes. The area has 8.3% seniors (726 people), lower than Greater Perth's 16.3%, with senior health outcomes above average and in line with national rankings.

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

Eglinton's population showed greater linguistic diversity, with 13.2% speaking languages other than English at home, compared to the majority of local markets. Born overseas, 42.9% of Eglinton residents were not native Australians. Christianity was the dominant religion in Eglinton at 39.8%.

Notably, Judaism was overrepresented at 0.1%, higher than Greater Perth's average of 0.3%. In terms of ancestry, English heritage dominated at 34.7%, above the regional average of 28.0%. Australian heritage followed at 20.0%, with 'Other' at 9.6%. Certain ethnic groups showed significant differences: Welsh residents were overrepresented at 1.5% (regional average 0.7%), South African at 2.4% (vs regional 1.0%), and Maori at 2.1% (regional 0.9%).

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

Eglinton's median age at 30 years is significantly younger than Greater Perth's average of 37 and considerably below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Eglinton has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (20.3%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (7.3%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.4%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the proportion of Eglinton's population aged 65-74 has increased from 3.7% to 5.7%, while the 55-64 age group has risen from 5.9% to 7.3%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has decreased from 23.4% to 20.3%, and the 0-4 cohort has dropped from 12.4% to 10.2%. Demographic projections suggest that Eglinton's age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041, with the 45-54 age group projected to grow steadily, increasing by 287 people (30%) from 945 to 1,233. Conversely, population declines are anticipated for the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts.