Jolimont

Population growth drivers in Jolimont are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Jolimont has a population calculated at 1,707 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 228 people (15.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 1,479 people were recorded. This variance is calculated from a resident population of 1,672, estimated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 110 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size equates to a density of 2,276 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds typical national averages checked by AreaSearch. The 15.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Jolimont since the 2021 census outperformed the national figure of 9.3%, positioning it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver, accounting for roughly 83.0% of the total population gains recently, though all factors including interstate migration and natural growth made positive contributions.

AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 localities missing from this data, and to project trends beyond 2032, AreaSearch applies growth rates by age cohort from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data). Factoring in these demographic adjustments, substantial expansion is projected within the top tier of Australian statistical zones, with this locality expected to gain 494 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, reflecting an overall increase of 26.9% across the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Jolimont when compared nationally

Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch, distributed from statistical area statistics, indicates that the suburb of Jolimont averages approximately 20 approved new dwellings yearly, reaching an estimated total of 104 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 14 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.3 new residents per year arriving for each approved home over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand matches supply well, yielding balanced market conditions. New dwellings show an average construction value of $515,000, showing that builders are focusing on higher-end properties in the premium market sector. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $18.2 million have been registered during this financial year, showing ongoing business investment.

Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Jolimont registers 79.0% more development activity per capita, offering purchasers a wide range of options. This rate is substantially higher than the national norm, demonstrating strong builder focus. New residential construction consists of 15.0% separate houses and 85.0% semi-detached townhouses or units. This concentration of higher-density housing provides more accessible price points and draws downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. Having roughly 87 individuals for every residential approval, the suburb of Jolimont displays the markers of a growth location.

Looking forward, the suburb of Jolimont is projected to expand by 459 inhabitants by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). At current construction paces, the supply of new housing should easily accommodate demand, supporting favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially driving growth beyond current population estimates.

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

Local infrastructure updates, major construction works, and planning changes have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the St John of God Subiaco Hospital Redevelopment, the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Emergency Department Redevelopment, and Jolie, with the list below highlighting the most relevant initiatives.

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Employment conditions in Jolimont remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Jolimont contains a highly qualified labor force with a notable concentration of professional services, an unemployment rate of 4.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.6% over the previous year, according to AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026810 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is comparable to the 4.2% recorded across Greater Perth, while labor participation is much lower (55.8% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth). Based on Census records, a low proportion of 11.8% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

The primary employment fields for local workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The community shows a strong concentration in professional & technical services, employing a share 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction sector is underrepresented, employing only 5.6% of the workforce in the suburb of Jolimont compared to 9.3% in Greater Perth. The mostly residential community offers few local job opportunities, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for broader statistical divisions, the 12-month timeframe saw employment grow by 0.6% while the labor force expanded by 2.2%, leading to a rise of 1.5 percentage points in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Perth, which saw a 2.0% increase in employment, a 2.5% increase in the labor force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand within the suburb of Jolimont. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future employment trajectories. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates vary greatly by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the employment structure of the suburb of Jolimont suggests local employment is positioned to grow by 7.4% over five years and 15.0% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to the latest ATO postcode statistics released by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Jolimont have a median income of $53,147 and an average income of $85,500. This ranks among the top tiers in the country, comparing to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $58,956 for the median and $94,845 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show personal earnings at the 67th percentile ($900 weekly), while household earnings are at the 23rd percentile. The weekly income range of $400 - 799 is the most common, accounting for 24.1% of the population (411 people), whereas regional trends show 32.0% of people falling into the $1,500 - 2,999 range. The suburb of Jolimont shows diverse income levels, with 33.1% of individuals earning below $800 weekly and 20.1% earning more than $3,000, creating a varied socioeconomic environment. Housing costs present major challenges, with just 82.4% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area at the 22nd percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the locality in the 8th decile.

Jolimont features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Residential structures in the suburb of Jolimont, as recorded during the latest Census, consisted of 27.4% detached houses and 72.6% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative housing), compared to the Perth metro distribution of 77.8% detached houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Jolimont stood at 36.0%, which is well above the Perth metro rate, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (22.0%) or rented (41.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,178 was significantly higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent was $300, compared to $350 in Perth metro. On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Jolimont are considerably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents are notably lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Families represent 48.4% of all households, consisting of 13.4% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 4.2% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 51.6%, with single-person households representing 48.9% and group households making up 2.8% of the total. The median household occupancy of 1.8 people is below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Jolimont shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational qualification rates in the suburb of Jolimont are significantly higher than broader measures, with 47.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 27.9% across WA and 30.1% across Greater Perth. This educational profile positions the locality well for knowledge-intensive career paths. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 29.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.2% and graduate diplomas at 4.9%. Vocational qualifications represent 24.7% of the credentials among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 12.5%.

A notable 22.7% of the population is enrolled in formal education. This proportion includes 8.3% attending tertiary institutions, 5.1% in primary school, and 4.2% in secondary school.

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

Public transit assessment indicates 11 operational stops within the suburb of Jolimont, consisting of various bus options. These stops are serviced by 4 separate routes, which support 660 passenger journeys every week. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents situated an average of 144 meters from the nearest boarding point. As a residential community, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, with private cars remaining the primary option at 66%, followed by 14% using trains and 10% utilizing buses. Car ownership stands at an average of 0.8 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low percentage of 11.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions of the time.

Service frequency averages 94 journeys daily across all transit routes, representing roughly 60 weekly journeys for each transit stop.

The level of general health in Jolimont is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population and nearer the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

The suburb of Jolimont exhibits positive health profiles based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with the occurrence of common medical conditions being low overall and closer to national averages among older, high-risk groups. The rate of private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the population (1,043 people). This compares to 59.0% for Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health diagnoses in the locality were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 10.8% and 7.7% of the population, respectively, while 62.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Working-age individuals are particularly healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over represent 39.3% of the population (670 people), which is higher than the 16.1% average in Greater Perth. Seniors in the area experience positive health outcomes, though they rank lower nationally compared to the broader local population.

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

The suburb of Jolimont exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 16.9% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 32.8% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 46.8% of residents in the suburb of Jolimont. However, the most pronounced religious deviation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of the population compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Jolimont are English at 31.2%, Australian at 23.2%, and Irish at 9.0%. There are also distinct differences in other ancestral groups: French is overrepresented at 1.2% in the suburb of Jolimont (compared to 0.5% regionally), South Australian is at 0.9% (compared to 1.0%), and Welsh is at 0.7% (compared to 0.7%).

Jolimont ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Having a median age of 52, the suburb of Jolimont is older than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national benchmark of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 16.7% compared to Greater Perth, while the 5 - 14 demographic is less common at 7.1%. This concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is well above the national rate of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 9.2% to 10.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 15.5% to 16.7%. Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 10.3% to 8.9%. By 2041, the suburb of Jolimont is projected to experience major shifts in age distribution. The 85+ bracket is expected to grow by 126% (200 people), growing to 359 from 158. This aging trend is clear, with those aged 65+ making up 78% of the total projected growth. Conversely, contractions are expected in the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 demographics.