Greenwood (WA)

Greenwood is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside recent address validation updates by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Greenwood (WA) is roughly 10,764 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 903 people (9.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 9,861 residents. The change is calculated from an estimated resident population of 10,735, determined by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and an additional 25 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 2,004 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical average among national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The 9.2% post-census growth rate for the suburb of Greenwood (WA) places it within 0.1 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), indicating solid growth fundamentals. Demographic growth in this locality was largely driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 55.00000000000001% of total population increases over recent timeframes.

AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate growth for all locations past 2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth rates from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data). Assessing future population dynamics for the suburb of Greenwood (WA), an increase slightly below the median of statistical localities evaluated by AreaSearch is anticipated, with the suburb of Greenwood (WA) projected to expand by 969 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall rise of 8.7% across the 16 years.

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

According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area records, Greenwood has seen an annual average of about 44 new dwelling approvals, resulting in approximately 223 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 30 approvals have been documented. Based on a rate of 2.5 new residents annually per dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), which highlights solid demand supporting local property values, new residential builds carry an average construction cost of $304,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $14.3 million this financial year, showing ongoing commercial investment.

Compared to Greater Perth, Greenwood exhibits a moderately higher rate of new home approvals (38.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period), which helps maintain options for buyers while supporting current property demand, even though construction pace has slowed recently. Recent construction consists of 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% medium and high-density dwellings, preserving the traditional neighborhood aesthetic with a focus on family properties that attract those wanting space. With approximately 820 people per approval, Greenwood presents as an established, developed locality.

Looking forward, Greenwood is projected to add 940 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Given current construction trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially supporting population growth above current projections.

Greenwood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning schemes are key drivers of area performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Notable developments include the Greenwood Station Multi-Storey Car Park, the Hepburn Avenue Upgrade from Lilburne to Walter Padbury, the Glengarry Shopping Centre Redevelopment, and the Warwick Quarter Mixed-Use Development, with the subsequent list focusing on those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Greenwood demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Greenwood has a skilled labour pool, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.3%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.4% over the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 6,028 residents in employment, while the unemployment rate sits 0.9% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, and labor participation matches Greater Perth's level of 70.2%. Census records show that a modest 9.8% of residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The workforce is highly specialized in construction, representing 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, accommodation & food is under-represented, employing only 5.2% of local workers compared to 6.8% in Greater Perth. The mostly residential nature of the area means local employment opportunities are limited, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 3.4% and the labor force grow by 3.6%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 2.0% and its labor force grow by 2.5%, with a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide extra context on potential employment trends for the area. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix indicates employment in Greenwood is set to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in Greenwood have a median income of $58,685 and an average income of $71,113. This exceeds the national average, though it is lower than the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for WPI growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at approximately $65,099 for the median and $78,886 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes in the 62nd percentile across the nation. Income distribution statistics show that 32.7% of the population (3,519 residents) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider regional trend where 32.0% fall into this bracket. Residents retain 85.8% of their income for non-housing costs, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile for income.

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

The local housing stock at the latest Census consisted of 92.5% houses and 7.5% other properties (including semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Perth metro profile of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area was significantly higher than the Perth metro average, sitting at 37.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (48.6%) or rented (14.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Perth metro average at $1,972, while the median weekly rent stood at $390, compared to regional averages of $1,907 and $350. On a national level, mortgage costs in the area exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national average of $375.

Greenwood has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Families make up the vast majority of households at 76.6%, consisting of couples with children (35.0%), couples without children (29.3%), and single parents (11.5%). The remaining 23.4% are non-family households, which include lone person households (21.0%) and group shared households (2.3%). The median household size is 2.6 residents, matching the average across Greater Perth.

The educational profile of Greenwood exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The proportion of residents with university degrees stands at 27.5%, which is slightly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%, though the difference is minimal and shows a competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 38.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (26.7%).

Enrolment in education is notably strong, with 28.2% of the local population currently undertaking study. This proportion is comprised of 10.2% in primary schools, 8.3% in high schools, and 4.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Analysis of transit options shows 50 active public transport stops in Greenwood, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by 16 distinct routes, which provide a total of 3,344 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 211 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because it is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area; private cars remain the main mode of travel at 80%, while 13% use the train. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.7, exceeding the regional average. A relatively low 9.8% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 477 trips daily, which translates to roughly 66 weekly trips at each transport stop.

Greenwood's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

An evaluation of health indicators reveals strong results throughout Greenwood, according to AreaSearch estimates of mortality and chronic disease rates, which show low rates of common health conditions among both younger and older residents, and private health insurance coverage is very high at roughly 55% of the population (~5,966 residents). This compares to 59.0% for Greater Perth.

Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 8.0 and 7.9% of residents respectively, while 69.4% reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. The population under 65 years of age shows better health outcomes than the national average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.7% of the community (2,120 individuals), which is higher than the 16.1% average for Greater Perth. Health status among these senior residents is strong, with national rankings generally matching those of the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Greenwood was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The community shows higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.3% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 28.5% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 48.1% of the population. The most prominent statistical overrepresentation is among those identifying as Jewish, who make up 0.2% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Looking at ancestral background (parents' birthplace), the three largest groups are English at 30.4% of the population, Australian at 25.8%, and Irish at 9.1%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Welsh overrepresented at 1.0% (compared to 0.7% regionally), South Australian at 1.0% (compared to 1.0% regionally) and New Zealand at 1.0% (compared to 0.8% regionally).

Greenwood's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Greenwood has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the 75 - 84 age group is highly represented (8.2% locally), while the 25 - 34 bracket is under-represented (11.2%). Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 5.6% to 8.2% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 10.4% to 11.7%. Meanwhile, the 65 to 74 group fell from 12.7% to 9.8% and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.0% to 12.7%. Demographic modeling indicates the age structure will change considerably by 2041. The group aged 85+ is expected to grow significantly, increasing by 319 individuals (174%) from 182 to 502. The combined 65+ age groups are projected to account for 53% of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend. In contrast, the cohorts aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 are expected to decrease in size.