Gosnells

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

According to ABS population updates and new address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Gosnells is estimated to be 24,127 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 2,978 individuals (14.1%) from the 21,149 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This growth is calculated from the resident estimate of 23,952 established by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP data, along with 291 validated new addresses added since the Census. The suburb of Gosnells has a density of 1,533 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 14.1% since the 2021 census was quicker than the national benchmark of 9.3%, placing the suburb of Gosnells as a key growth area. Overseas arrivals were the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 67.0% of the population increase, though interstate relocations and natural growth also added positive numbers.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for SA2 areas. For locations lacking this data, and for projections beyond 2032, growth rates by age group from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data) are applied. Based on these expected demographic transitions, the suburb of Gosnells is anticipated to experience population growth above the national median, increasing by 4,107 individuals by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing a 16.3% rise over the 16 years.

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

ABS building approval statistics analyzed by AreaSearch indicate that Gosnells averages approximately 80 new residential approvals per year, summing to 404 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26139 approvals have been logged. With an average of 5.7 additional residents per year for each completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, demand is outstripping construction, which generally pushes prices higher and intensifies buyer competition, while new dwellings carry an average build value of $329,000. Additionally, commercial projects worth $32.0 million have been approved during this financial year, indicating robust local business investment.

Compared to the broader Greater Perth area, per capita building activity in Gosnells is at approximately three-quarters of the level, placing it in the 61st percentile of locations nationwide. This rate is also below the national average, suggesting a mature market and potential developmental constraints. Recent completions consist of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% multi-unit dwellings, reinforcing the established low-density suburban landscape favored by families wanting space. With approximately 246 people per new approval, Gosnells is showing signs of a transitioning residential market.

Projections indicate that Gosnells will add 3,932 residents by 2041 according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If construction rates do not accelerate, residential supply may not keep pace with population expansion, which could exacerbate buyer competition and support upward price trends.

Gosnells has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning updates are primary drivers of area performance. AreaSearch has tracked 17 developments likely to affect the locality, with key projects including the Sutherlands Park Leisure, Aquatic and Sports Hub (SPLASH), the Sutherlands Park Master Plan, Florian Huntingdale, and the Sienna Wood Estate.

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The labour market performance in Gosnells lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

The labor force in Gosnells features a mix of white and blue collar workers, with manufacturing and industrial activities having a major presence. Aggregated data from AreaSearch shows an unemployment rate of 10.9% and an annual job growth rate estimated at 0.8%. As of March 2026, there are 10,609 employed residents, though the local unemployment rate of 6.7% sits above the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, and labor force participation is lower at 61.7% compared to 70.2% across the capital. Census responses indicated that a minor 4.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment proportion is 1.8 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up 4.6% of the workforce in Gosnells compared to 8.2% in Greater Perth. The comparison of working residents to the local job count suggests this mostly residential community has a limited domestic job market.

Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader area shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 0.8% while the labor force expanded by 2.0%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This compares to employment growth of 2.0% and labor force growth of 2.5% in Greater Perth, which saw a 0.4 percentage point rise. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. When these five and ten-year national outlooks are aligned with the local employment structure, they project a local job growth of 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted projection and does not incorporate localized population shifts. National employment overall is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with wide variation among industries.

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

Taxpayer data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that the suburb of Gosnells had a median income of $45,635 and an average income of $53,760. These figures are below the national averages and compare to $60,748 (median) and $80,248 (average) across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $50,623 for the median and $59,636 for the average. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes in Gosnells in the 16th to 17th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 31.5% of residents (7,600 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the 32.0% seen regionally. Financial stress from housing is prominent, with only 81.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the 15th percentile.

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

At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Gosnells consisted of 81.0% standalone houses and 19.0% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Perth. Home ownership was slightly lower than the metropolitan average at 27.0%, with mortgaged properties making up 40.2% and rental properties accounting for 32.8% of dwellings. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,500 was lower than the Perth metro median of $1,907, and the median weekly rent was $290 compared to the metro average of $350. Nationally, Gosnells mortgage payments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are lower than the national median of $375.

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

Families make up 64.5% of households, consisting of couples with children at 27.9%, couples without children at 21.1%, and single parents at 14.3%. The remaining 35.5% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 31.8% and group living situations at 3.7%. The median household occupancy of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

Educational attainment levels present challenges, as the proportion of residents with university qualifications (14.5%) is lower than the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.2%. Vocational and technical skills are common, with 38.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 29.0%.

Participation in study is quite strong, with 30.2% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. Of these, primary school students make up 11.5%, secondary school students comprise 8.0%, and tertiary students account for 3.5%.

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

Public transit data shows 149 operational bus and train stops in Gosnells, with 32 routes providing 5,814 weekly passenger journeys. Access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 188 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles being the main transport mode at 83%, followed by trains at 9%. Dwellings average 1.3 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average. A small 4.0% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.

Transit services run at an average frequency of 830 trips daily across all routes, which equals roughly 39 weekly trips for each stop. The corresponding map highlights the 100 closest stops to the center of the area.

Health performance in Gosnells is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health metrics indicate notable difficulties for Gosnells, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates across various age groups, alongside a low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 49% of residents (~11,713 people). This rate is lower than the Greater Perth average of 59.0% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health conditions recorded were arthritis at 8.4% and mental health concerns at 8.4% of the population, while 67.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Working-age people show elevated levels of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and older make up 17.5% of the population (4,222 people), which is higher than the 16.1% average in Greater Perth, with senior health outcomes aligning generally with national averages.

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

The area has a diverse cultural makeup, with 28.0% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 39.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 42.6%. Islam is notably well-represented, accounting for 11.1% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.

Regarding parental country of birth, the main ancestries are English at 27.6%, Australian at 22.0%, and Other at 17.4%, which is higher than the regional average of 11.2%. Other distinct groups include Filipinos at 3.4% of the population (compared to 1.4% regionally), Maori at 1.5% (compared to 0.9%), and New Zealanders at 0.9% (compared to 0.8%).

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

The median age of 38 years matches the national median of 38 and is close to the Greater Perth median of 37. Compared to the capital city, Gosnells has more residents aged 5 to 14 (13.1%) and fewer aged 25 to 34 (13.5%). The 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 11.7% to 13.0% of the population since the 2021 Census, while the 0 to 4 group shrank from 7.0% to 6.2%. By 2041, demographic shifts will see the 55 to 64 age group grow by 31% (790 people) to 3,348 from 2,557, while the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.