Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Halls Head has an estimated 16,455 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Halls Head.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 68 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Halls Head features an estimated population of approximately 16,455 as of August 2026. This demographic picture, established by AreaSearch through annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address registers, represents an increase of 1,981 people (13.7%) from the 14,474 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. Overall growth exhibits moderate expansion patterns across the locality, which is distinguished by an above-average number of children per family and a notable proportion of married households alongside an extensive mining employment base.
The residential profile of the suburb of Halls Head is notably defined by its mature age structure, characterised by a pronounced 75 to 84yo presence and an elevated proportion of people aged 85 and over. This established demographic consists largely of couples without children, who form a major component of the senior resident base shaping the coastal community as of Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 68 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Halls Head features an estimated population of approximately 16,455 as of August 2026. This demographic picture, established by AreaSearch through annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) releases and quarterly national address registers, represents an increase of 1,981 people (13.7%) from the 14,474 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. Overall growth exhibits moderate expansion patterns across the locality, which is distinguished by an above-average number of children per family and a notable proportion of married households alongside an extensive mining employment base.
The residential profile of the suburb of Halls Head is notably defined by its mature age structure, characterised by a pronounced 75 to 84yo presence and an elevated proportion of people aged 85 and over. This established demographic consists largely of couples without children, who form a major component of the senior resident base shaping the coastal community as of Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 11,621 in 2006 and 16,435 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,455 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 13.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.8%.
Halls Head ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 80th for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Halls Head is $645 a week, up 3.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% below Greater Perth.
11% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $645 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mandurah | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mandurah, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Halls Head (2 under construction) and 35 more in the surrounding area.
Restoration and conversion of historic buildings into a small bar, multipurpose venue including museum and meeting rooms, cafe/restaurant, and function centre. Includes associated car parking, alfresco areas, outdoor seating, and a full publicly accessible boardwalk with two floating docks for boats.
High-density residential development comprising 76 multiple dwellings, providing affordable housing options including Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) for NDIS participants, key workers, and young people.
A vibrant neighbourhood shopping centre featuring Gilbert & Sons Fresh Market, specialty stores including a bakery, cafe, and butcher, along with office space and 227 car bays.
Residential estate development in Halls Head providing family-oriented housing options in a coastal setting. Features quality designed homes with easy access to local amenities, schools, and beach areas. Lot sizes range from 268sqm to 607sqm.
A large format retail development featuring 9,200sqm of gross floor area across three buildings and over 200 car bays. Developed by Cape Bouvard and constructed by Perkins Builders, the centre accommodates major national and local retailers adjacent to Bunnings Warehouse.
Masterplanned coastal community located in Madora Bay offering elevated land lots with ocean views. Stages 11 and 12 comprise residential lot subdivisions with associated civil and service infrastructure works.
Mandurah Junction is a transit-oriented master planned community located next to the Mandurah Train Station. The 15-hectare estate is designed to house up to 2,000 residents, offering a mix of cottage lots, apartments, and townhouses. It emphasizes sustainability with over 200 retained mature trees, 650 new plantings, and high-speed NBN connectivity.
Luxury 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment development located on the Mandurah Estuary waterfront immediately north of Dudley Park, featuring resort-style facilities and direct water views.
Premium waterfront land release and apartment development by Finbar Group in central Mandurah directly adjacent to Dudley Park, offering 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and luxury house-and-land lots overlooking the Mandurah Estuary.
A 50-unit, five-storey permanent supportive housing complex for adults experiencing chronic homelessness, rough sleeping or on low incomes. Includes self-contained apartments, communal indoor and outdoor areas, on-site support services and commercial space.
The Mandurah Estuary Bridge Duplication project has delivered a second two-lane bridge on the south side of the existing Mandurah Estuary Bridge. The $148.8 million project reduces congestion and improves road user safety for over 33,000 daily vehicles.
Proposed family-focused hospitality and entertainment precinct on a small section of Mandurah's Western Foreshore (Hall Park), comprising a licensed restaurant and microbrewery, an 18-hole mini golf course, a clubhouse/cafe, and a chocolate production and retail outlet. Left Coast Leisure Group is the preferred proponent.
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Estimated completion year of the 16 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 6, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Halls Head over the period covered (about 2.1 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 54th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 63 | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Halls Head include: Waardong Court Multiple Dwellings (Approved); Sutton Farm Mixed-Use Development (Approved); Southern Beaches Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) (Planning); Nerimba Estate Halls Head (Construction); and Halls Head Shopping Village (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Halls Head spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Halls Head currently ranks below national averages at the 33rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Halls Head among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Halls Head area has seen 116 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Halls Head's current population of 16,455 has been supported by 63 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Halls Head has seen 4.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 280 people in the suburb of Halls Head, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Halls Head's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 63, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Halls Head has grown by approximately 1,630 people, while 314 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Halls Head has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,455 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,569 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,474 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,981 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.49 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Halls Head was estimated to be approximately 16,455 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,435 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Halls Head has added approximately 1,981 people and shown a 13.69% increase from the 14,474 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Halls Head is estimated at 1,569 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Halls Head has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Halls Head is driven by: Interstate migration (49.0%), Overseas migration (46.0%), Natural increase (5.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 49.0% of overall population gains.
Halls Head hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Halls Head at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Halls Head is 8 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Halls Head compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 9.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Halls Head compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Halls Head show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.7% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.2% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (8.9% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.4% of the population in the suburb of Halls Head as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.9% of the population in the suburb of Halls Head as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,843 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $95,246 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,686 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $741 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,062 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Halls Head is approximately $74,760. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,843.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Halls Head is approximately $101,951. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $95,246.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Halls Head is approximately $74,760 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,843 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Halls Head is approximately $101,951 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $95,246 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Halls Head's households (~28.8% / 1,529 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Halls Head is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Halls Head is $1,686/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Halls Head is $2,062/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Halls Head is $741/wk.
The suburb of Halls Head's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Halls Head's median income among taxpayers is $69,843 and the average income stands at $95,246, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,760 (median) and $101,951 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Halls Head is $6,269 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Halls Head's disposable income is $6,269 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Halls Head positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 59.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,975 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,136 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,161 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Halls Head has approximately 7,975 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Halls Head stands at 2.3%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Halls Head is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.9% of employment), mining (12.2%), and retail trade (11.0%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Halls Head has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Halls Head is 59.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Halls Head shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 12.2% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Halls Head's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Halls Head: university qualifications 17.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 974.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
17.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Halls Head have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
39.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Halls Head have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Halls Head ranks in the 38th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Halls Head are: Certificate (30.3%), Bachelor Degree (12.6%), Advanced Diploma (12.2%).
28.0% of the population in the suburb of Halls Head is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 9.1% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Halls Head is 974, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 6 schools within the suburb of Halls Head, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,868 students.
The suburb of Halls Head includes 4 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Halls Head features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,314 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,041 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Halls Head had 5,314 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.7% to an estimated 6,041 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Halls Head is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.1%), group households (2.1%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 4,071 family households, couples with children account for 30.5% of all households, couples without children at home 33.8%, and single parent families 11.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Halls Head shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.6% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Halls Head have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 21.1% of all households in the suburb of Halls Head, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.1% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Halls Head records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 29.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Halls Head was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 6.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.7% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Halls Head, at 48.0% of people, although more residents (49.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Halls Head are English, comprising 36.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 24.9% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Halls Head (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.1% (vs 1.0%) and New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.8%).
29.7% of the suburb of Halls Head population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
6.5% of the population in the suburb of Halls Head speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.6% of the suburb of Halls Head population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.7% of the suburb of Halls Head population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Halls Head is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 37.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Halls Head, 37.5% of homes are owned outright, 41.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 20.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Halls Head are houses.
In the suburb of Halls Head, 1.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Halls Head stands at 37.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Halls Head is $1,733, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Halls Head is $1,036, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Halls Head, households with mortgages typically spend 23.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Halls Head is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Halls Head shows mortgage holders spending 23.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.8% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Halls Head consists of 89.6% detached houses, 8.4% semi-detached dwellings, 1.9% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Halls Head consumes approximately 14.2% of median household income ($7,300 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Halls Head show attached dwellings contributing 39% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 61% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
The level of general health in Halls Head is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 63.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Around 63.3% of people in the suburb of Halls Head are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Halls Head, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.7% of people in the suburb of Halls Head are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the suburb of Halls Head population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the suburb of Halls Head have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Halls Head, 63.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 43 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 88 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 661 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 187 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 88 public transport stops within the suburb of Halls Head.
The suburb of Halls Head has 661 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 94 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 214 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 762 m away and the nearest school 834 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 88 stops nearby, 661 weekly trips, access rating 43 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 18 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 18th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 762 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 834 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 5 long day care centres with 342 places in Halls Head, about 2.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Halls Head among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
Halls Head has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Halls Head is $645 a week, +3.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Halls Head has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Halls Head hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Halls Head positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
Education in Halls Head: university qualifications 17.8%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 974.
Halls Head features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
In terms of cultural diversity, Halls Head 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 Head is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Halls Head is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Halls Head has an estimated 16,455 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Halls Head.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Halls Head.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50603). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Halls Head from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Halls Head with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
