Gosnells

Population growth drivers in Gosnells are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population of the Gosnells statistical area (Lv2) is around 23,821, reflecting an increase of 2,672 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 21,149 in the area. This growth rate of 12.6% exceeds the national average of 9.7%. AreaSearch estimated this population based on the resident population of 23,474, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 211 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density in Gosnells is 1,514 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 67.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Considering these projections, an above median population growth is projected for statistical areas across the nation. The Gosnells (SA2) is expected to increase by 4,492 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 17.4% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Gosnells among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis, Gosnells recorded around 80 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 404 homes. So far in FY26, 76 approvals have been recorded. On average, 5.7 new residents per year arrived per dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25, indicating demand significantly exceeded supply. New homes were built at an average construction cost value of $329,000.

This financial year, $32.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Perth, Gosnells showed approximately 75% of the construction activity per person and placed among the 62nd percentile nationally. New building activity consisted of 80.0% standalone homes and 20.0% attached dwellings, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

The location had approximately 240 people per dwelling approval, indicating room for growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Gosnells is projected to add 4,147 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Gosnells has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

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Employment conditions in Gosnells face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Gosnells has a diverse workforce with both white and blue-collar jobs, prominent in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 10.6% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.3%.

As of September 2025, 10,498 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher at 6.6%, compared to Greater Perth's 4.0%. Workforce participation in Gosnells is lower at 56.0% versus Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area has a strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 1.8 times the regional level.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.6% compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population counts. In the past year, employment increased by 2.3%, while labour force also grew by 2.3%, keeping unemployment relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary between sectors. Applying these projections to Gosnells' employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows median income in Gosnells was $45,635 and average income was $53,760. This is below national averages of $60,748 and Perth's $80,248. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62%, median income would be approximately $50,025 and average income $58,932. According to 2021 Census figures, Gosnells incomes rank between the 16th and 17th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 31.5% of population (7,503 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to regional levels at 32%. Severe housing affordability pressures exist, with only 81.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 15th percentile.

Gosnells is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Gosnells' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 81.0% houses and 19.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). In contrast, Perth metro had 88.9% houses and 11.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Gosnells was 27.0%, with mortgaged dwellings at 40.2% and rented ones at 32.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,500, lower than Perth metro's $1,733. The median weekly rent in Gosnells was $290, compared to Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Gosnells' mortgage repayments were lower at $1,500 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were also lower at $290 against the national figure of $375.

Gosnells features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 64.5% of all households, including 27.9% couples with children, 21.1% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.5%, with lone person households at 31.8% and group households comprising 3.7%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

Gosnells faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 14.5%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 29.0%. Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 11.5% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 3.5% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.5% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Gosnells has 148 active public transport stops. These include both train and bus services. There are 32 different routes operating in total.

Each week, these routes provide a combined total of 5,814 passenger trips. The average distance from residents to the nearest transport stop is 188 meters. On average, there are 830 trips per day across all routes. This equates to approximately 39 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Gosnells is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Gosnells faces significant health challenges with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, particularly among older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 49% of the total population (~11,565 people), compared to 51.8% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.4 and 8.4% of residents respectively.

However, 67.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 73.3% across Greater Perth. The area has 17.5% of residents aged 65 and over (4,168 people), which is higher than the 14.7% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

Gosnells was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Gosnells has high cultural diversity, with 28.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 39.1% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, at 42.6%. Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, comprising 11.1% vs 11.8%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (27.6%), Australian (22.0%), and Other (17.4%). Filipino (3.4%) and Maori (1.5%) are notably overrepresented compared to regional figures of 2.9% and 1.0%, respectively. New Zealand is also slightly overrepresented at 0.9% vs 0.7%.

Gosnells's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Gosnells is 38 years, which is close to Greater Perth's average of 37 years and equivalent to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Gosnells has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (13.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.9%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 15 to 24 has increased from 11.7% to 12.5%, while the proportion of those aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 7.0% to 6.3%. By 2041, Gosnells is projected to experience significant changes in its age composition. The 55-64 age group is expected to grow by 36%, adding 893 people and reaching a total of 3,395 from the previous figure of 2,501. Meanwhile, both the 5-14 and 35-44 age groups are anticipated to have reduced numbers.