Gooseberry Hill

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since Feb 2026, the suburb of Gooseberry Hill's estimated population is around 3522. This reflects an increase of 199 people (6.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3323 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3461, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 423 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 73.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Moving forward with demographic trends, a population increase just below the median of statistical areas across the nation is expected for the suburb, with an estimated expansion of 385 persons to reach 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 11.8% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Gooseberry Hill according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Gooseberry Hill has averaged around 7 new dwelling approvals per year. Over the past 5 financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 37 homes were approved, with no approvals recorded so far in FY-26. This averages to about 4.3 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating that supply is lagging demand, which can lead to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $454,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, there have been $156,000 in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Gooseberry Hill records roughly half the building activity per person and places among the 35th percentile of areas assessed nationally, resulting in relatively constrained buyer choice and supporting interest in existing dwellings. This level is also below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

All new construction has been detached houses, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated count of 468 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Gooseberry Hill is projected to add 415 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Gooseberry Hill has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Ten projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area's performance. Key projects include High Wycombe South Residential Precinct, Kalamunda Central Masterplan & Town Square, Kalamunda Village Quarter - Kalamunda Activity Centre Redevelopment, and Maida Vale South Urban Investigation Area. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Gooseberry Hill ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Gooseberry Hill has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 1.9% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of that date, 1,872 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.1% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Gooseberry Hill lagged behind Greater Perth at 65.5%, compared to 71.6%. Based on Census responses, 14.9% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries among residents included health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The area showed strong specialization in education & training with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while retail trade had limited presence at 6.7%, compared to 9.3% regionally.

Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.8% and labour force grew by 1.9%, keeping unemployment relatively stable in Gooseberry Hill. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 2.9% and labour force grow by 3.0%, with a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Gooseberry Hill. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with differing growth rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Gooseberry Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Gooseberry Hill has a median taxpayer income of $63,555 and an average income of $85,356, according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is among the highest in Australia, compared to 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, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $69,669 (median) and $93,567 (average). Census 2021 income data shows that in Gooseberry Hill, household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 73rd percentile nationally. Specifically, 23.9% of the population (841 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the surrounding region where 32.0% occupy this bracket. Gooseberry Hill demonstrates considerable affluence with 37.9% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 89.0% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

Gooseberry Hill's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.8% houses and 3.2% other dwellings. In contrast, Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gooseberry Hill stood at 52.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.6% and rented ones at 7.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,253, above Perth metro's average of $1,907. The median weekly rent in Gooseberry Hill was $400, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Gooseberry Hill's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Gooseberry Hill features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 80.9% of all households, composed of 35.4% couples with children, 38.7% couples without children, and 5.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.1%, with lone person households at 18.2% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which aligns with the Greater Perth average.

Gooseberry Hill shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Gooseberry Hill's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 33.6% possess university qualifications, compared to 22.5% in the SA3 area and 27.9% in Western Australia as a whole. The most common university qualification is bachelor degrees, held by 22.0% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 34.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

Advanced diplomas account for 14.5%, while certificates make up 20.2%. Educational participation is high, with 25.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis shows 42 active transport stops operating within Gooseberry Hill. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling five individual routes that provide 649 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 225 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 89%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.0 per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, some 14.9% of residents work from home, potentially due to COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 92 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Gooseberry Hill's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows excellent results for Gooseberry Hill based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (2,151 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, affecting 10.0 and 6.0% of residents respectively, while 69.7% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth.

Working-age residents show low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 29.8% of residents aged 65 and over (1,049 people), higher than the 16.3% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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's population, as of the 2016 Census, showed cultural diversity with 6.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 33.2% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion, comprising 51.5%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 0.3%.

In terms of ancestry, Gooseberry Hill had notably higher percentages of English (36.6%) and Australian (21.3%), while Scottish made up 9.8%. Other ethnic groups with notable divergences were Welsh at 1.0% (vs regional 0.7%), Dutch at 2.3% (vs 1.5%), and Polish at 1.1% (vs 0.7%).

Gooseberry Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Gooseberry Hill has a median age of 49, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and also above the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 make up a significant portion at 12.1%, while those aged 25-34 are relatively smaller at 5.0%. This concentration of the 75-84 age group is notably higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Between the 2021 Census and now, this age group has grown from 9.7% to 12.1%, while those aged 85+ have increased from 2.3% to 3.9%. Conversely, the 65-74 age cohort has decreased from 15.3% to 13.8%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 15.3% to 14.1%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Gooseberry Hill's age structure. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 43%, reaching 610 people from the current 426. Notably, the combined age groups of 65+ will account for 83% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. In contrast, the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.