Joondanna

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

Joondanna's population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 6,021 people. This figure reflects an increase of 738 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,283 in the Joondanna statistical area (Lv2). The growth was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 5,867 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 30 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 4,152 persons per square kilometer, placing Joondanna in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 14.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.7%. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Future population trends project an above median growth for Australian statistical areas, with Joondanna expected to expand by 1,015 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 14.6% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Joondanna when compared nationally

Joondanna averaged approximately 24 new dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 123 homes were approved, with an additional 15 approved in FY-26. This results in an estimated five new residents arriving per dwelling constructed annually over the past five financial years.

The demand for housing significantly exceeds new supply, which often leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. New properties are constructed at an average value of $403,000, indicating that developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY-26, approximately $4.3 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting the area's residential character.

Compared to Greater Perth, Joondanna has similar development levels per person, maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area despite a slowdown in building activity in recent years. New building activity comprises 70.0% detached dwellings and 30.0% townhouses or apartments, offering an expanding range of medium-density options across various price brackets. This shows ongoing robust demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures, with new construction favoring detached housing more than current patterns suggest (43.0% at Census). With around 374 people per dwelling approval, Joondanna demonstrates a developed market. Population forecasts indicate that Joondanna will gain approximately 881 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified six projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects are C6, Scarborough Beach Road and Green Street Roundabout, The Coolbinia, and Scarborough Beach Road Streetscape Upgrade. Relevant projects are listed below.

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Joondanna ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Joondanna has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 2.7%, lower than the national average.

Over the past year, employment growth was estimated at 3.8%. As of September 2025, 3,744 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.3% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is 70.2%, slightly higher than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.

Professional & technical services have a particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Manufacturing has limited presence in Joondanna, with only 3.5% of residents employed in this sector compared to the regional average of 5.5%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.8%, and labour force increased by 3.4%, resulting in a decrease in unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Perth where employment rose by 2.9% but unemployment marginally increased. State-level data from WA to November 25 shows employment contracted by 0.27%, with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for Joondanna suggest local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections mapped against the local employment profile.

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

The suburb of Joondanna had a high national income level according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $63,345 and the average income stood at $76,715, compared to Greater Perth's figures of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. By September 2025, estimates based on a 9.62% Wage Price Index growth would be approximately $69,439 (median) and $84,095 (average). According to the 2021 Census figures, individual earnings ranked at the 81st percentile nationally ($1,036 weekly), while household income ranked lower at the 46th percentile. The predominant income cohort in Joondanna was 30.6% of locals (1,842 people) earning between $1,500 and 2,999 per week, similar to the surrounding region's 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 82.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 45th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Joondanna displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Joondanna's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 43.3% houses and 56.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 59.6% houses and 40.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Joondanna stood at 23.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.9% and rented ones at 43.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,952, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,950. The median weekly rent figure was $330, lower than Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Joondanna's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,952 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower at $330 against the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 55.5% of all households, including 20.1% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 8.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 44.5%, with lone person households at 40.1% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.4.

Educational achievement in Joondanna places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

In Joondanna, educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 44.1% possess university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in Western Australia (WA) and 29.0% in the SA4 region. This educational advantage is reflected in various qualifications: bachelor degrees at 28.5%, postgraduate qualifications at 11.2%, and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 28.6% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (16.7%).

A significant portion of the population is actively engaged in education, with 24.2% pursuing formal learning. This includes 7.0% in primary education, 6.9% in tertiary education, and 4.3% in secondary education.

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

Analysis of public transport in Joondanna shows that there are 31 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 9 individual routes providing service. Collectively, these routes facilitate 1,379 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport in the area is rated as excellent, with residents typically located an average of 143 meters from the nearest transport stop. The service frequency averages 197 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 44 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Joondanna shows better-than-average health outcomes with a low prevalence of common conditions among its general population, although this rate is higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts. Approximately 58% (~3,471 people) of Joondanna's total population has private health cover, compared to Greater Perth's 60.5%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in Joondanna, affecting 9.3 and 6.8% of residents respectively. About 71.9% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 73.0% across Greater Perth. As of 2021, 15.1% (909 people) of Joondanna's residents are aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 18.3% in Greater Perth.

Joondanna 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

Joondalup has a high level of cultural diversity, with 26.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 38.2% born overseas as of 2016 Census data. Christianity is the predominant religion in Joondalup, accounting for 46.5% of its population. Notably, Buddhism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, with 3.8% versus 3.6%.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (23.8%), Australian (17.8%), and Other (11.6%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Italian is overrepresented at 9.5%, Serbian at 0.9%, and Macedonian at 1.4% compared to regional averages.

Joondanna's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Joondanna has a median age of 37, which matches Greater Perth's figure and is comparable to Australia's median age of 38 years. The 25-34 age group constitutes 19.6% of Joondanna's population, higher than Greater Perth's percentage but lower than the national average of 14.5%. Meanwhile, the 5-14 cohort makes up 8.3%, lower than both Greater Perth and Australia-wide figures. Between 2021 and present day, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 18.2% to 18.9% of Joondanna's population, while the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 21.4% to 19.6%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Joondanna's age structure. The 75 to 84 group is expected to grow by 69%, reaching 509 people from the current 301. This growth will contribute significantly to the overall increase of those aged 65 and above, who are projected to comprise 51% of Joondanna's population growth between now and 2041. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to decrease in population size during this period.