Jindalee (WA)

Jindalee lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and address logs verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Jindalee (WA) has an estimated residency of 5,955 individuals in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,911 people (47.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,044 individuals. The figure is derived from a baseline of 5,900 inhabitants estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS release from June 2025, combined with 551 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population corresponds to a density of 1,618 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across national markets analyzed by AreaSearch. The expansion of 47.3% since the 2021 Census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the broader SA4 region, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population gains. The upward trajectory was mostly driven by arrivals from abroad, which accounted for approximately 50.0% of the growth in recent times, though interstate moves and natural increases also remained positive.

Projections established by ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2. For localities lacking this specific coverage, and to calculate trends beyond 2032, growth rates by age bracket from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (utilizing 2022 data) are implemented. Future projections indicate that the suburb of Jindalee (WA) will experience growth slightly under the median of national statistical territories, with numbers set to rise by 508 people by 2041 based on compiled SA2 statistics, representing a 7.6% increase over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Jindalee was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

ABS building approval statistics processed by AreaSearch indicate that Jindalee averages approximately 110 residential approvals annually. A total of 552 dwellings were approved during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 126 approvals recorded during the current FY-26. Because incoming resident numbers averaged 3.6 people per built home annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, local supply is lagging behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and elevates prices. Approved houses carry a mean construction cost of $572,000, showing that developers are prioritizing upscale, high-end properties. Non-residential approvals stand at $4.3 million for this financial year, pointing to a quiet commercial construction pipeline.

Jindalee registers 131.0% more new home approvals per capita than Greater Perth, giving house hunters a broader inventory, despite a recent deceleration in overall building activity. This rate is far above the national benchmark, demonstrating clear developer interest in the suburb. Single-family detached houses represent 87.0% of recent approvals, while medium and high-density choices make up 13.0%, reinforcing the suburban character of the neighborhood with spacious layouts for families. With approximately 73 people per residential approval, the locality displays key attributes of a growth zone.

Looking forward, Jindalee is projected to expand by 453 occupants up to 2041 based on the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. Current building volumes suggest that residential supply will comfortably satisfy demand, establishing favorable purchasing environments and potentially paving the way for growth to surpass existing predictions.

Jindalee has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works represent key drivers of real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 active projects likely to influence the local area. Key initiatives include Jindee Estate, Alkimos Beach Master-Planned Community, Oldham Rise Quinns Rocks, and Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, with detailed descriptions of the most relevant projects provided below.

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The exceptional employment performance in Jindalee places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Jindalee is characterized by a qualified workforce, particularly within the construction industry, alongside a low unemployment rate of 1.8% and an 8.1% annual increase in job numbers according to regional AreaSearch figures. As of March 2026, there are 3,831 employed locals, with unemployment sitting 2.4% lower than the Greater Perth metric of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is exceptionally high at 82.0%, compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census responses show that a modest 9.7% of employees worked from home, though this figure reflects historical pandemic lockdowns.

The primary sectors employing residents are healthcare and social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a high concentration in construction, with its representation measuring 1.4 times the regional proportion. On the other hand, manufacturing is less prominent, employing 3.4% of working residents compared to the regional average of 5.5%. The area is predominantly residential and seems to offer few local employment opportunities, as seen when comparing Census workplace locations to resident counts.

Based on SALM and ABS statistics compiled across regional zones for the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment grew by 8.1% while the workforce rose by 8.2%, leading to a 0.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% employment rise, a 2.5% workforce expansion, and a 0.4 percentage point climb in unemployment. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help clarify future employment patterns. These five and ten-year predictions have been modeled against local profiles to project growth. Nationally, employment is expected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with distinct variations among different sectors. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce mix suggests employment will rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Taxation statistics from the ATO for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in Jindalee are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $64,112 and an average of $81,400. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would sit at approximately $71,119 for the median and $90,297 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in the 83rd to 93rd national percentiles. The weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 33.7% of residents (2,006 people), mirroring the broader regional trend where 32.0% fall into this category. Financial strength is evident as 43.6% of households earn weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports local retail activity. Residential costs consume 16.3% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 92nd percentile and place the area in the 8th decile for the SEIFA income index.

Jindalee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Residential architecture in Jindalee during the last Census consisted of 98.8% detached houses and 1.2% alternative structures like townhouses, apartments, or other dwellings, compared to the Perth metro distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates in the suburb were lower than the Perth metro average, standing at 16.1%, while the rest of the occupied dwellings were either under a mortgage (64.2%) or rented (19.7%). Median monthly mortgage obligations were much higher than the metropolitan average at $2,383, and median weekly rent was recorded at $425, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Jindalee's monthly mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.

Jindalee features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the vast majority of households at 85.9%, consisting of couples with dependent children at 46.4%, couples without children at 30.2%, and single-parent households at 9.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.1%, with single-person living arrangements at 12.5% and share houses representing 1.0% of the total. The average household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Jindalee demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Tertiary educational attainment in Jindalee is lower than regional averages, with 22.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding university degrees compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests opportunities for further academic and professional training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 16.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 42.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (14.7%) and certificates (28.2%).

Enrollment rates in educational institutions are high, with 29.8% of the population actively participating in study. This group includes 10.0% in primary schools, 9.2% in high schools, and 5.0% enrolled in tertiary courses.

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

Public transport networks include 27 active stops within Jindalee, consisting of bus services. These stops accommodate 4 distinct routes that provide a total of 1,108 weekly passenger trips. Access to services is high, with residents living an average of 194 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute to outer areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 81%, and 11% using trains. Households own an average of 1.8 cars, which is above the metropolitan average. A lower rate of 9.7% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which was influenced by pandemic conditions.

Bus services run an average of 158 trips daily across all local routes, which translates to roughly 41 weekly trips for each stop.

Jindalee's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health data reveals positive outcomes throughout Jindalee, as indicated by AreaSearch metrics on mortality and chronic illness showing minimal incidence of common health issues across all age brackets, while private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 60% of the population (3,544 people).

The most frequent health issues reported by residents are mental health challenges and asthma, which affect 7.0 and 6.4% of the population, respectively. Conversely, 77.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.6% of the population (571 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%. Senior health measures are strong, tracking closely with the overall national profile.

Jindalee 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

Jindalee displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 12.0% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 56.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 49.7% of the population. The most distinct statistical variation is seen in Hinduism, which represents 1.4% of residents compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the three largest groups in Jindalee are English at 38.9% (considerably higher than the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 15.4% (well below the regional average of 21.2%), and Scottish at 9.5%. There are also distinct concentrations of other ancestral backgrounds, with Welsh representing 1.7% of residents (compared to 0.7% regionally), South Australian at 4.2% (compared to 1.0%), and Maori at 1.0% (compared to 0.9%).

Jindalee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in the suburb of Jindalee (WA) is 36 years, closely matching the Greater Perth average of 37 years and slightly below the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Jindalee (WA) has a higher proportion of residents aged 55 - 64 (13.7%) but a smaller share of people aged 75 - 84 (2.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 13.0% to 14.6% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group has grown from 12.4% to 13.7%. Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 17.6% to 13.3%, and the 5 to 14 group fell from 12.9% to 11.7%. Demographic models indicate that the age profile in the suburb of Jindalee (WA) will shift considerably by 2041. The 65 to 74 group is expected to grow the fastest at 49%, adding 186 residents to reach a total of 568. Residents aged 65 and older are projected to generate 59% of total population growth, highlighting local aging patterns, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 brackets are expected to contract.