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Population
Population growth drivers in Halls Creek are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends
As of May 2026, the population of the suburb of Halls Creek (WA) is estimated to be around 2190. This figure represents a 39.3% increase from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 1572 people. The latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, along with validation of eight new addresses since the Census date, contributed to this estimation. This results in a population density ratio of 49 persons per square kilometer. Halls Creek's growth rate exceeded both the national average (9.3%) and that of the Rest of WA, indicating significant population expansion. Natural growth accounted for approximately 61% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas covered by this data. For areas not covered and post-2032 estimations, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Projected demographic shifts suggest a population increase just below Australia's regional median for the suburb of Halls Creek (WA), with an expected increase of 245 persons to reach 2416 by 2041, reflecting an 11.2% total increase over the 16-year period.
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Development
Recent residential development output has been above average within Halls Creek when compared nationally
Halls Creek has seen minimal construction activity with an average of 3 new dwellings approved annually over the past five years, totalling 18. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area, where housing needs are typically specific and locally driven rather than broadly market-driven. It is important to note that the small sample size can significantly influence annual growth and relativity statistics.
Compared to Rest of WA and national averages, Halls Creek has much lower development activity. The new development consists of 80% detached houses and 20% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's rural character with an emphasis on space. With approximately 246 people per dwelling approval, there is room for growth in Halls Creek. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Halls Creek is projected to add 245 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.
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Development applications around Halls Creek (WA)
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Infrastructure
Halls Creek has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 10thth percentile nationally
No infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to impact the area. Key projects include Halls Creek to Kununurra Bridges, Network Optimisation Program - Rail, Resources Community Investment Initiative, and Coastal Hazards Adaptation Strategy.
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Resources Community Investment Initiative
A $750 million partnership between the WA Government and major resource companies (Rio Tinto, BHP, Hancock Prospecting, Roy Hill, Atlas Iron, Woodside Energy, Chevron Australia, Mineral Resources) to fund iconic community, social, and regional infrastructure across Western Australia. Key projects include the $173.3 million Perth Concert Hall redevelopment (major works commenced early 2026), $40 million for Tom Price and Paraburdoo Hospital redevelopments (via Rio Tinto), the Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Perth Zoo Master Plan, Remote Aboriginal Communities Fund, Ronald McDonald House expansion, and regional education and health initiatives. Woodside Energy has allocated $30 million to the Concert Hall and $20 million to Roebourne District High School upgrades. The initiative is facilitated in partnership with the Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA.
Enabling Digital Health Services for Regional and Remote Australia
A national digital infrastructure program under the Digital Health Blueprint 2023-2033 designed to provide equitable healthcare access for regional and remote Australians. The initiative is currently rolling out the 'Share by Default' legislative framework, which mandates the uploading of pathology and diagnostic imaging reports to My Health Record starting July 2026. Current 2026 milestones include the launch of the Digital Health Implementer Hub to accelerate software conformance and the implementation of the National Allied Health Digital Uplift Plan to integrate allied health practitioners into the national digital ecosystem.
Enabling Infrastructure for Hydrogen Production
A national program to coordinate and deploy the enabling infrastructure required to support large-scale renewable hydrogen production across Australia. Building on the 2024 National Hydrogen Strategy and the National Hydrogen Infrastructure Assessment (NHIA), the program aligns electricity transmission, water supply, transport corridors, port and storage infrastructure with Renewable Energy Zones and prospective hydrogen hubs (Bell Bay, Darwin, Eyre Peninsula, Gladstone, Latrobe Valley, Hunter Valley, Pilbara). Two key federal mechanisms underpin delivery. The Hydrogen Headstart program provides up to 4 billion AUD in long-term revenue support via production credits, with Round 2 (2 billion AUD administered by ARENA) opening for Expressions of Interest in October 2025 with EOIs closing 8 December 2025. The Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive (HPTI), legislated through the Future Made in Australia (Production Tax Credits and Other Measures) Act 2025 which received Royal Assent on 14 February 2025, provides an uncapped refundable tax offset of 2 AUD per kilogram of eligible renewable hydrogen for up to 10 years between 1 July 2027 and 30 June 2040 for projects reaching final investment decision by 2030. The HPTI is jointly administered by the ATO and Clean Energy Regulator and requires certification under the Guarantee of Origin scheme. Round 1 of Hydrogen Headstart shortlisted six projects representing more than 3.5 GW of electrolyser capacity, with 814 million AUD ultimately awarded.
National EV Charging Network (Highway Fast Charging)
Partnership between the Australian Government and NRMA to deliver a backbone EV fast charging network on national highways. Program funds and co-funds 117 DC fast charging sites at roughly 150 km intervals to connect all capital cities and regional routes, reducing range anxiety and supporting EV uptake.
Bulk Water Supply Security
Nationwide program led by the National Water Grid Authority to improve bulk water security and reliability for non-potable and productive uses. Activities include strategic planning, science and business cases, and funding of state and territory projects such as storages, pipelines, dam upgrades, recycled water and efficiency upgrades to build drought resilience and support regional communities, industry and the environment.
WA Regional Digital Connectivity Program (WARDCP)
Statewide co-investment program delivering new and upgraded mobile, fixed wireless and broadband infrastructure to improve reliability, coverage and performance for regional and remote Western Australia. Current workstreams include the Regional Telecommunications Project, State Agriculture Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund, and the WA Regional Digital Connectivity Program (WARDCP).
Network Optimisation Program - Roads
A national program concept focused on improving congestion and reliability on urban road networks by using low-cost operational measures and technology (e.g., signal timing, intersection treatments, incident management) to optimise existing capacity across major city corridors.
Halls Creek to Kununurra Bridges
Upgrade of the Great Northern Highway in the Kimberley to replace three single lane bridges at Arthur Creek, Frog Hollow Creek and Tickalara Creek with new dual lane structures and to widen about 26 km of highway between Halls Creek and Kununurra. The works improve safety and traffic flow, reduce the risk of head on crashes and cut delays caused by stopping at single lane crossings. The new bridges are designed for a 100 year flood event, improving flood resilience and reliability for freight, local communities and tourists. Tickalara Creek and Frog Hollow Creek bridges were completed and opened to traffic in 2024, with the Arthur Creek bridge delivered under the same package, and the project is now reported as complete.
Employment
Employment conditions in Halls Creek face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally
Halls Creek has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 23.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.3%. As of December 2025, there were 648 residents employed, and the unemployment rate was 19.9% above Regional WA's rate of 3.5%, indicating room for improvement.
Workforce participation lagged at 50.7%, compared to Regional WA's 66.0%. Only 3.3% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The area showed strong specialization in health care & social assistance at 2.0 times the regional level, while mining had lower representation at 1.7%.
Employment opportunities appeared limited locally, with a count of Census working population versus resident population indicating this. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.3%, and labour force increased by 10.2%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 4.4 percentage points. By comparison, Regional WA recorded employment growth of 1.0%, labour force growth of 1.4%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Halls Creek. These projections estimate local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.
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Income
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 30, 2023 shows median income in Halls Creek suburb is $54,910, with average income at $67,696. This compares to Regional WA's median income of $59,973 and average income of $74,392. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% from July 1, 2023 to March 28, 2026, estimated current incomes are approximately $60,912 (median) and $75,095 (average). The 2021 Census reports household, family, and personal incomes in Halls Creek fall between the 1st and 15th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket is dominant with 32.6% of residents (713 people), similar to metropolitan region trends at 31.1%. Housing costs are modest, with 90.0% of income retained, placing total disposable income at the 21st percentile nationally.
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Housing
Halls Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Dwelling structure in Halls Creek, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.6% houses and 22.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Regional WA had 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Halls Creek was at 6.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 2.0% and rented ones at 91.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,780, higher than Regional WA's average of $1,560. The median weekly rent figure was $125, lower than Regional WA's $265. Nationally, Halls Creek's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $375 compared to the national figure.
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Household Composition
Halls Creek features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households account for 65.5% of all households, including 18.7% that are couples with children, 14.5% that are couples without children, and 28.3% that are single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 34.5%, with lone person households making up 33.0% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.
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Local Schools & Education
Halls Creek faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area's university qualification rate is 17.8%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 27.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas comprise 3.5% while certificates account for 24.4%.
Educational participation is high, with 34.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 19.2% in primary, 10.5% in secondary, and 1.3% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
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Health
Halls Creek's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts
Health data indicates relatively positive outcomes for Halls Creek residents. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions shows results broadly in line with national benchmarks.
There is a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is found to be fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~1,184 people), which compares to 56.4% across Regional WA. The most common medical conditions in the area are diabetes and asthma, impacting 5.9 and 3.8% of residents respectively, while 84.7% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.3% across Regional WA. The area has 7.5% of residents aged 65 and over (164 people), which is lower than the 19.2% in Regional WA. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.
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Cultural Diversity
In terms of cultural diversity, Halls Creek records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Halls Creek, as per the 2016 Census, had cultural diversity roughly in line with its wider region's average. Its population comprised 84.8% citizens, 91.5% born in Australia, and 71.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, with 66.8%, compared to Regional WA's 44.6%.
Ancestry-wise, Australian Aboriginal topped at 64.0% (regional average: 6.1%), followed by English at 10.6% (regional average: 31.3%) and Australian at 9.1% (regional average: 28.4%). Notable differences existed for Filipino (Halls Creek: 1.1%, regional: 1.2%), French (both: 0.4%), and Vietnamese (Halls Creek: 0.2%, regional: 0.1%).
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Age
Halls Creek hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
Halls Creek has a median age of 30, which is younger than Regional WA's figure of 40 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional WA, Halls Creek has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.8%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.7%). Between the 2021 Census and present day, the proportion of residents aged 25-34 has increased from 17.1% to 18.8%, while the proportion of those aged 45-54 has decreased from 12.1% to 11.1%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Halls Creek. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 39%, adding 159 residents to reach a total of 571. Conversely, both the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are expected to decrease in number.