Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Gooseberry Hill has an estimated 3,538 residents, up 6.5% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Gooseberry Hill.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 18 kilometres east from Perth CBD, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is a picturesque and affluent enclave nestled in the hills of Western Australia, widely celebrated for its lush landscapes, native bushlands, expansive parklands, and rich biodiversity. Renowned for balancing peaceful semirural living with contemporary lifestyle conveniences, the area fosters a vibrant community life rich in local arts and culture, including resident artisans, regular markets, and regional festivals. The suburb is equally popular as a recreation hub for nature enthusiasts, bushwalkers, and cyclists drawn to its extensive trail networks and national parks. From a demographic standpoint, the area displays limited expansion patterns, with AreaSearch estimating the resident population at around 3,538 as of August 2026. This latest population estimate date represents a gain of 215 people (6.5%) from the 3,323 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, established via aggregated annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address updates.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 18 kilometres east from Perth CBD, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is a picturesque and affluent enclave nestled in the hills of Western Australia, widely celebrated for its lush landscapes, native bushlands, expansive parklands, and rich biodiversity. Renowned for balancing peaceful semirural living with contemporary lifestyle conveniences, the area fosters a vibrant community life rich in local arts and culture, including resident artisans, regular markets, and regional festivals. The suburb is equally popular as a recreation hub for nature enthusiasts, bushwalkers, and cyclists drawn to its extensive trail networks and national parks. From a demographic standpoint, the area displays limited expansion patterns, with AreaSearch estimating the resident population at around 3,538 as of August 2026. This latest population estimate date represents a gain of 215 people (6.5%) from the 3,323 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, established via aggregated annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address updates.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,415 in 2006 and 3,538 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 23.9%.
Gooseberry Hill ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for health and the 90th for employment drivers.
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 Gooseberry Hill is $900 a week, up 27.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 24% above Greater Perth.
24% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $900 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +27.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Kalamunda | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kalamunda, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| 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 38 projects in and around Gooseberry Hill, 8 of them under construction.
A 10.64-hectare station precinct within the broader 61-hectare High Wycombe Project Area, located immediately east of the new High Wycombe Train Station along Sultana Road West.
177.53 hectare urban precinct bounded by Roe Highway, Sultana Road East, Hawtin Road and Maida Vale Cell 6. MRS amendment 1344/57, initiated in 2018, proposed rezoning from Rural to Urban Deferred to facilitate future residential development and public open space.
A State-backed infill project to deliver around 19 social housing townhouses in High Wycombe as part of WA programs to boost housing supply. Funding referenced in government implementation material indicates delivery by mid-2027.
Road widening and sealing to two lanes from current merging single lane point for 80 metres. Installation of kerbing, edge lines, centre line, painted median and safety improvements.
$9.5 million infrastructure upgrade completed in 2022. Specialist hospital providing palliative care, day surgery and endoscopic procedures. Part of Armadale Kalamunda Group within East Metropolitan Health Service.
$18.3 million rebuild of education support facilities and new classrooms.
Boutique residential estate of 42 elevated homesites with panoramic views, completed in 2024 by DevelopmentWA in partnership with the City of Kalamunda. The project is situated near Stirk Park.
Expansion of Mead Medical services including the new Womens Health Clinic, Menopause Clinic, and Contraception Clinic at Kalamunda and Forrestfield (now relocated to Maida Vale) locations. The expansion by this award-winning private medical practice provides enhanced specialist medical services to the eastern suburbs community.
Bloom Maida Vale is a boutique land estate nestled in an established suburb growing in popularity with a new generation. It offers opportunities to build new homes embracing natural beauty with large retained trees and the historic charm of life in the foothills.
$3.19 million redevelopment of Central Mall in Kalamunda Town Centre creating vibrant night-time economy precinct with food and beverage focus, improved pedestrian environment and event spaces.
Established performing arts venue comprising Theatre Auditorium (257 seats), Teaching Area, Agricultural Hall and Lesser Hall. Features proscenium arch theatre with large sprung stage and professional facilities.
A staged industrial development area in the City of Kalamunda focused on logistics and transport-based industries, leveraging proximity to Perth Airport, Forrestfield Marshalling Yard, and Roe Highway.
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Estimated completion year of the 14 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 2, 2028 5, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1. 3 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill area has seen 16 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Gooseberry Hill's current population of 3,538 has been supported by 3 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill has seen 0.9 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 440 people in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, 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 Gooseberry Hill'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 Gooseberry Hill has grown by approximately 122 people, while 16 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.6 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 Gooseberry Hill include: METRONET East - High Wycombe Station Precinct (Construction); Kalamunda Activity Centre Precinct Structure Plan (Approved); Maida Vale South Urban Precinct (Approved); Maida Vale Road Local Development Plan (Lot 170) (Approved); and Mead Medical Specialist Centre Expansion (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Gooseberry Hill spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Gooseberry Hill currently ranks below national averages at the 35th 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.
Gooseberry Hill 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 | 3,538 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 426 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,323 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 215 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | 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 | 8.31 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Gooseberry Hill was estimated to be approximately 3,538 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,538 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill has added approximately 215 people and shown a 6.47% increase from the 3,323 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is estimated at 426 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is driven by: Overseas migration (73.0%), Natural increase (27.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 73.0% of overall population gains.
Gooseberry Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 90th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.0% | 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 | 49 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill at 49 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 49 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 49 years as at August 2026, Gooseberry Hill is 12 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 11 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 Gooseberry Hill compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 11.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (11.8% vs 5.5%) and 85+ year-olds (4.1% vs 2.0%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (5.6% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.3% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.8% of the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 29.1% of the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,912 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $95,486 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,169 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $918 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,616 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is approximately $76,975. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,912.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is approximately $102,208. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $95,486.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is approximately $76,975 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,912 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is approximately $102,208 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $95,486 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Gooseberry Hill's households (~24.0% / 299 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 24.0% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $2,169/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $2,616/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $918/wk.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Gooseberry Hill's median income among taxpayers is $71,912 and the average income stands at $95,486, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,975 (median) and $102,208 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $8,362 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill's disposable income is $8,362 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Gooseberry Hill performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,884 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,062 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,918 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill has approximately 1,884 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill stands at 1.8%, which is 2.4 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 Gooseberry Hill is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.1% of employment), education & training (12.3%), and professional & technical (10.1%). Other significant employers include construction and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill 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 Gooseberry Hill is 64.2%, 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 trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Gooseberry Hill's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Gooseberry Hill 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 | 22.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 14.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
33.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
31.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are: Bachelor Degree (22.0%), Certificate (20.2%), Advanced Diploma (14.5%).
25.0% of the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.5% in primary school, 7.6% in secondary school, 4.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is 1072, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, with a combined enrollment of approximately 654 students.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill includes 2 primary schools.
Gooseberry Hill features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few single parent families, 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 | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 38.7% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,248 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,329 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill had 1,248 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.5% to an estimated 1,329 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.2%), group households (1.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,005 family households, couples with children account for 35.4% of all households, couples without children at home 38.7%, and single parent families 5.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.5% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.2% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill have an average of 1.8 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 61.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 22.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 18.2% of all households in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, notably lower than 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 1.3% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Gooseberry Hill was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Gooseberry Hill was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 6.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 33.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Gooseberry Hill was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.5% of people in Gooseberry Hill. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gooseberry Hill are English, comprising 36.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 21.3% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Gooseberry Hill (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Dutch at 2.3% (vs 1.5%) and Polish at 1.1% (vs 0.7%).
33.2% of the suburb of Gooseberry Hill population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
6.6% of the population in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.7% of the suburb of Gooseberry Hill population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
91.6% of the suburb of Gooseberry Hill population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gooseberry Hill 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 | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.8% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,253 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, 52.3% of homes are owned outright, 40.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 7.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are houses.
In the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, 0.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill stands at 52.3%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $2,253, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is $1,037, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, households with mortgages typically spend 24.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill shows mortgage holders spending 24.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill consists of 96.8% detached houses, 2.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gooseberry Hill consumes approximately 11.0% of median household income ($9,392 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gooseberry Hill show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Gooseberry Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 63.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
Around 63.4% of people in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, 3.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.0% of people in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the suburb of Gooseberry Hill population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the suburb of Gooseberry Hill have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Gooseberry Hill, 63.4% 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 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 | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 54th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 45 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 39th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 713 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 77 | 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 | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 45 public transport stops within the suburb of Gooseberry Hill.
The suburb of Gooseberry Hill has 713 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 101 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 225 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 802 m away and the nearest child care centre 1.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 45 stops nearby, 713 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 24 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 24th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 802 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 986 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Gooseberry Hill compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Gooseberry Hill has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Gooseberry Hill is $900 a week, +27.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Gooseberry Hill is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Gooseberry Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 88% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Gooseberry Hill performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Gooseberry Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Gooseberry Hill features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with an average household size in line with Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Gooseberry Hill was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Gooseberry Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Gooseberry Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Gooseberry Hill has an estimated 3,538 residents, up 6.5% since the 2021 Census, with 38 projects tracked in the area around Gooseberry Hill.
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 Gooseberry Hill.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50571). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (May 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Gooseberry Hill 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 Gooseberry Hill 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.
