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Glen Iris (WA) has an estimated 3,410 residents, up 8.5% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Glen Iris (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Glen Iris (WA) lies 155 kilometres south from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 3,410 as of Aug 2026, using aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. This is an increase of 267 people (8.5%) since the 2021 Census, when 3,143 people were recorded. The area is characterised by a high proportion of children and moderate population expansion. Its residents include a strong representation of mortgage holders, and employment is notably associated with utilities, manufacturing, mining and retail trade. Detached houses are also strongly represented.
East Bunbury - Glen Iris in WA, Australia is associated with a picturesque environment and relaxed lifestyle. Lush green spaces and serene waterways provide settings for walks and outdoor activities, while family life is supported by educational institutions and recreational facilities. The neighbourhood is described as friendly, combining modern conveniences with a peaceful setting.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Glen Iris (WA) lies 155 kilometres south from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 3,410 as of Aug 2026, using aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. This is an increase of 267 people (8.5%) since the 2021 Census, when 3,143 people were recorded. The area is characterised by a high proportion of children and moderate population expansion. Its residents include a strong representation of mortgage holders, and employment is notably associated with utilities, manufacturing, mining and retail trade. Detached houses are also strongly represented.
East Bunbury - Glen Iris in WA, Australia is associated with a picturesque environment and relaxed lifestyle. Lush green spaces and serene waterways provide settings for walks and outdoor activities, while family life is supported by educational institutions and recreational facilities. The neighbourhood is described as friendly, combining modern conveniences with a peaceful setting.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,305 in 2006 and 3,387 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,410 (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, 17.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.2%.
Glen Iris (WA) ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for amenities and the 58th for population growth.
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 Glen Iris (WA) is $658 a week, up 6.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $658 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Bunbury | $636 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bunbury, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 |
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Status of the 20 tracked applications: 19 approved, 0 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 57 projects in and around Glen Iris (WA), 18 of them under construction.
South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is building a $45 million health and community hub at Jaycee Park, Forrest Avenue, Carey Park, Bunbury, on land donated by the City of Bunbury. The facility will provide primary health care, chronic disease management, social and emotional wellbeing programs and family support services for Aboriginal communities.
Redevelopment and carpark expansion associated with the Parade Hotel on the Leschenault Inlet. The development includes expanded patron parking facilities, short-stay accommodation, and tourism-related amenities following approval of City of Bunbury Local Planning Scheme 8 Amendment 11.
Minor infrastructure upgrades to the Carey Park Football Club facilities at Kelly Park, funded through the WA Government's 2025-26 State Budget. The AUD 700,000 allocation is part of a AUD 93 million first tranche of sport and recreation infrastructure upgrades across regional Western Australia.
The redevelopment involves upgrading a 315m section of the Leschenault Inlet marine wall, drainage works, a new three-metre-wide shared path, and a new community-designed playground and open space at the Frank Buswell Foreshore in East Bunbury. Seawall construction began January 2024 and the shared path was completed by November 2024.
The Stage 3 expansion of the South West's largest shopping centre includes a retail extension, a new 7-screen HOYTS cinema complex, a food and entertainment precinct, and a gymnasium. The project also features residential dwellings overlooking a vibrant new town square. Construction is underway, with completion expected in 2027.
Multi-stage rejuvenation of Bunbury's coastline turning underused waterfront land into a regional marine industry hub and community destination. Stages 1 and 2 at Koombana Foreshore and Jetty Road Causeway are complete.
Also known as Glen Iris Village, this $33.5 million mixed-use precinct features 11 single-storey buildings. The development includes a supermarket, tavern, childcare centre, medical hub, service station, and specialty retail outlets. Key community features include a central 'Village Green' communal space and high-quality landscaping.
Major shopping centre serving the Bunbury region with over 60 specialty retailers, two major supermarkets (Woolworths and Progressive Supa IGA), Big W discount store, and total retail space exceeding 22,000sqm.
The City of Bunbury project will upgrade Prinsep Street between the upgraded Haley Street/Carmody Place roundabout and Victoria Street. The upgrade includes improved alfresco dining areas, seating, new lighting, a designated pedestrian crossing, new street trees (14 new trees) and landscaping.
A $3 million State Government-funded initiative to enhance the Halifax Business Park. Completed works included connecting properties to infill sewerage, installing CCTV and additional lighting for security, and improving the road network with a new slip lane from South Western Highway into Halifax Drive to boost safety and access.
A major $491.8 million redevelopment project transforming Bunbury Regional Hospital into the largest and most modern healthcare facility in regional Australia.
A 3,168-hectare regional park spanning the Greater Bunbury area from the Preston River to the coast, protecting important conservation, landscape, recreation, and education values across Manea Park, College Grove, Shearwater Tuart Forest, The Maidens bushland, and Leschenault Estuary.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 5, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2. 5 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 20 substantial development applications lodged in and around Glen Iris (WA) over the past 5 years, 5 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 6, 2023 1, 2024 5, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 5.
Key application 370 Willinge Drive, Glen Iris Industrial | $550k
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 19 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Glen Iris area has seen 15 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Glen Iris's current population of 3,410 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Glen Iris has seen 0.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 449 people in the suburb of Glen Iris, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Glen Iris's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 3, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Glen Iris has grown by approximately 223 people, while 15 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 14.9 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 Glen Iris include: Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub (AMTECH) (Planning); Glen Iris Village (Under Assessment); Parade Hotel Carpark & Accommodation Redevelopment (Dev. Approval); SWAMS Health Hub and Community Centre (Construction); and Eaton Recreation Centre Expansion (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Glen Iris spans multiple sectors including Precincts & Urban Renewal, Tourism, and Manufacturing, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Glen Iris currently ranks below national averages at the 22nd percentile.
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 Glen Iris are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,410 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 722 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,143 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 267 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.72 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Glen Iris was estimated to be approximately 3,410 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,387 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of glen iris has added approximately 267 people and shown a 8.50% increase from the 3,143 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Glen Iris is estimated at 723 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Glen Iris has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Glen Iris is driven by: Overseas migration (39.0%), Natural increase (32.0%), Interstate migration (29.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 39.0% of overall population gains.
Glen Iris'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 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 30.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.9% | 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 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Glen Iris 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, Glen Iris is 6 years younger than the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 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 Glen Iris compared to the Regional WA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 17.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Glen Iris compared to the Regional WA region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 2.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Glen Iris show significant variance compared to Regional WA. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (17.8% vs 12.9%). The most under-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (2.9% vs 6.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.6% of the population in the suburb of Glen Iris as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.7% of the population in the suburb of Glen Iris as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,551 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,494 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,620 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $784 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,810 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Glen Iris is approximately $65,884. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,551.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Glen Iris is approximately $84,020. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,494.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Glen Iris is approximately $65,884 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,551 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Glen Iris is approximately $84,020 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,494 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Glen Iris's households (~36.2% / 401 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Glen Iris is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Glen Iris is $1,620/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Glen Iris is $1,810/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Glen Iris is $784/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Glen Iris had a median income among taxpayers of $61,551 with the average level standing at $78,494. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $62,873 and $78,328 across Regional WA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,884 (median) and $84,020 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Glen Iris is $5,892 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of glen iris's disposable income is $5,892 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Glen Iris shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,778 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,622 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,868 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Glen Iris has approximately 1,778 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.8%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Glen Iris stands at 4.8%, which is 1.3 percentage points above Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Glen Iris is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (12.8% of employment), manufacturing (12.3%), and retail trade (12.0%). Other significant employers include construction and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Glen Iris has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Glen Iris is 70.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional WA average of 65.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional WA.
The suburb of glen iris shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.4% across Regional WA. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of glen iris's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Glen Iris faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 44.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
13.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Glen Iris have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
44.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Glen Iris have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of glen iris ranks in the 10th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Glen Iris are: Certificate (33.5%), Bachelor Degree (10.8%), Advanced Diploma (8.6%).
28.5% of the population in the suburb of Glen Iris is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 1.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Glen Iris is 899, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Glen Iris, with a combined enrollment of approximately 863 students.
The suburb of glen iris includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Glen Iris features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 32.1% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,109 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,203 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Glen Iris had 1,109 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.5% to an estimated 1,203 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Glen Iris is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.0%), group households (3.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 849 family households, couples with children account for 32.1% of all households, couples without children at home 27.4%, and single parent families 15.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Glen Iris shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.6% (versus 69.8% in Regional WA). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 20.0% compared to 27.4% in Regional WA. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Glen Iris have an average of 1.8 children, slightly below the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.1% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 20.0% of all households in the suburb of Glen Iris, notably lower than the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.5% of households, above the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Glen Iris records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.2% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.6% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
Glen Iris was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 21.9% of its population born overseas and 13.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Glen Iris, at 43.0% of people, although more residents (52.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.0% of the population, compared to 0.7% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Glen Iris are English, comprising 31.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 6.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 3.0% of Glen Iris (vs 1.2% across Regional WA), Italian at 5.4% (vs 3.0%) and Maori at 1.0% (vs 1.0%).
21.9% of the suburb of Glen Iris population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
13.8% of the population in the suburb of Glen Iris speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
3.7% of the suburb of Glen Iris population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
86.6% of the suburb of Glen Iris population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Glen Iris is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $330 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Glen Iris, 24.0% of homes are owned outright, 46.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Glen Iris are houses.
In the suburb of Glen Iris, 1.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Glen Iris stands at 24.0%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Glen Iris is $1,517, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Glen Iris is $1,127, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Glen Iris, households with mortgages typically spend 21.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Glen Iris is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Glen Iris shows mortgage holders spending 21.6% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 20.4% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Glen Iris consists of 95.0% detached houses, 3.7% semi-detached dwellings, 1.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Glen Iris consumes approximately 16.1% of median household income ($7,015 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Glen Iris show attached dwellings contributing 14% of approvals compared to 5% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 86% of applications versus 95% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Glen Iris is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the suburb of Glen Iris are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Glen Iris, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
8.8% of people in the suburb of Glen Iris are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the suburb of Glen Iris population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.0% of people in the suburb of Glen Iris have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Glen Iris, 56.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 47th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 26 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 26th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 373 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 129 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | 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 | 3.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 26 public transport stops within the suburb of Glen Iris.
The suburb of Glen Iris has 373 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 53 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 193 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 493 m away and the nearest child care centre 523 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 26 stops nearby, 373 weekly trips, access rating 47 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 70th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 493 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 523 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 727 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 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 2 long day care centres with 145 places in Glen Iris (WA), about 1.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Glen Iris recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Glen Iris has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22nd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Glen Iris (WA) is $658 a week, +6.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Glen Iris are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Glen Iris's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Glen Iris shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Glen Iris faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Glen Iris features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
In terms of cultural diversity, Glen Iris records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Glen Iris is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
Health performance in Glen Iris is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Glen Iris (WA) has an estimated 3,410 residents, up 8.5% since the 2021 Census, with 57 projects tracked in the area around Glen Iris (WA).
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 Glen Iris (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL50553). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Glen Iris (WA) 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 Glen Iris (WA) 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.
