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Katanning has an estimated 3,922 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Katanning.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 250 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Katanning combines rich cultural heritage with striking bushland landscapes, wildflowers, and productive farmland. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Katanning has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 3,922, reflecting an addition of 285 people (7.8%) from the 3,637 recorded at the 2021 Census. This latest figure is informed by aggregated annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates, which identified 82 Validated New Addresses since Census night. Known for its strong community spirit and vibrant arts and sporting culture, the town stands out as one of Western Australia's most multicultural destinations, supported by an established heritage footprint that welcomes both new residents and visitors alike.
Demographically, the suburb of Katanning features a typical age profile with a median age of 38, alongside an above-average number of children per family and a notable concentration of children aged 0 to 4yo.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 250 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Katanning combines rich cultural heritage with striking bushland landscapes, wildflowers, and productive farmland. As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Katanning has an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 3,922, reflecting an addition of 285 people (7.8%) from the 3,637 recorded at the 2021 Census. This latest figure is informed by aggregated annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly national address updates, which identified 82 Validated New Addresses since Census night. Known for its strong community spirit and vibrant arts and sporting culture, the town stands out as one of Western Australia's most multicultural destinations, supported by an established heritage footprint that welcomes both new residents and visitors alike.
Demographically, the suburb of Katanning features a typical age profile with a median age of 38, alongside an above-average number of children per family and a notable concentration of children aged 0 to 4yo.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,012 in 2006 and 3,907 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,922 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.7%.
Katanning ranks in the 64th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 35th 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 Katanning is $450 a week, up 15.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 33% below Regional WA.
33% below Regional WA on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $450 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +15.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Albany | $556 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Albany, over 12 months | +14.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 5 projects in Katanning (1 under construction) and 26 more in the surrounding area.
Community-led renewable energy initiative by Katanning Energy Pty Ltd providing tailored solar energy and battery solutions for local residents and businesses. The project aims to establish a localised micro-grid with intra-community trading and transition all 1,465 sites within the town boundary.
A comprehensive community development initiative in Katanning, WA, aimed at fostering growth and amenity. The project includes the Master Plan, the Welcome Precinct (All Ages Playground and Changing Places facility), Town Centre revitalisation (Cultural Precinct/Austral Terrace), Piesse Lake Residential Sub-Division, and Piesse Lake Park.
Replacement of 2.2 kilometres of a 60-year-old pipeline section between Katanning and Kojonup to enhance water supply security and reliability for over 530 homes and businesses in Kojonup and farmland in the Great Southern region.
The Piesse Lake Structure Plan, approved by the WAPC, provides a framework for medium-density residential and aged persons accommodation. The 17.7 hectare site encompasses approximately 50 residential lots, an aged and dependent persons site, and nearly 11 hectares of public open space centered around the revitalised Piesse Park and Lake.
The Katanning Industrial Expansion Structure Plan (SPN/2029) is an approved structure plan that provides the statutory framework for staged industrial development east of the Katanning townsite. The precinct is intended to support industrial expansion associated with the Katanning Regional Sheep Saleyards and existing rural service industries.
Approved 200 MW DC solar farm with a co-located 200 MW / 800 MWh four-hour battery energy storage system on private land south of Narrogin. The project will connect to the Narrogin South Substation and export electricity into Western Australia's Wholesale Electricity Market.
A proposed commercial-scale renewable diesel biorefinery in the Narrogin Renewable Energy Zone. The earlier EPA assessment for the initial site was terminated in March 2025 after the original site was no longer pursued, but FutureEnergy Australia has stated the WA Future Energy Park remains active, with a new site selection process and a potential 50…
A $50 million major redevelopment of the Narrogin Health Service, officially opened in October 2019. The project delivered a new outpatient building, two new birthing rooms, an inpatient ward, theatre, and sterilising department. It also introduced new dental and chemotherapy services.
Australia's first purpose-built commercial graphite micronising plant, being developed in two stages at the Collie Light Industrial Area in Western Australia. Stage 1 will deliver a nominal 4,000 tpa micronising capacity at an estimated capital cost of AU$6.3 million, with Stage 2 lifting output to approximately 7,500 tpa for a further AU$1.7 million.
A pilot magnesium refinery using carbothermic reduction technology to produce high-purity magnesium from waste resources. The pilot plant opened in January 2025, creating 18 ongoing jobs, with plans for scaled expansion to 100,000 tonnes per annum by 2027.
A state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Collie, Western Australia, producing DMI-65 filtration media for water treatment. The plant, supported by a $2 million government investment, was constructed to meet growing global demand, creating local jobs and boosting exports.
The City of Albany is advancing the Albany Airport Master Plan 2043, following Council endorsement of the Code 3 Development Strategy in April 2024. This phase focuses on airside and landside improvements to support existing RPT and FIFO services.
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Estimated completion year of the 13 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 1, 2027 3, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 5 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 1.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 7 | ABS building approvals | 15th percentile nationally |
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Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Katanning spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Energy, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area, with a notable concentration of investment within the immediate the suburb of Katanning vicinity.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Katanning currently ranks below national averages at the 25th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Katanning compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Katanning area has seen 18 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Katanning's current population of 3,922 has been supported by 7 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Katanning has seen 1.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 432 people in the suburb of Katanning, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Katanning's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 7, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Katanning has grown by approximately 123 people, while 37 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 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.
Katanning has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,922 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 29 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 21st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,637 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 285 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 136.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Katanning was estimated to be approximately 3,922 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,907 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Katanning has added approximately 285 people and shown a 7.84% increase from the 3,637 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Katanning is estimated at 29 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Katanning has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Katanning is driven by: Overseas migration (56.00000000000001%), Natural increase (44.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 56.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Katanning's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.3% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Katanning at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Katanning is 2 years younger than the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Katanning compared to the Regional WA region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 12.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Katanning compared to the Regional WA region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 11.9% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Katanning is broadly in line with Regional WA.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.9% of the population in the suburb of Katanning as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.3% of the population in the suburb of Katanning as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 80% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,766 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $63,038 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,308 | 2021 Census, weekly | 20th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $698 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,595 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Katanning is approximately $56,481. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,766.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Katanning is approximately $67,476. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $63,038.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Katanning is approximately $56,481 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,766 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Katanning is approximately $67,476 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,038 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Katanning's households (~32.7% / 431 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Katanning is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.7% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Katanning is $1,308/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Katanning is $1,595/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Katanning is $698/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Katanning's median income among taxpayers is $52,766, with an average of $63,038. This is below the national average, and compares to Regional WA's median of $62,873 and average of $78,328. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,481 (median) and $67,476 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Katanning is $5,042 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Katanning's disposable income is $5,042 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Katanning lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,878 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,009 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,979 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Katanning has approximately 1,878 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Katanning stands at 5.1%, which is 1.6 percentage points above Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Katanning is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (17.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (11.6%), and retail trade (10.3%). Other significant employers include agriculture, forestry & fishing and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Katanning has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Katanning is 62.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional WA average of 65.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional WA.
The suburb of Katanning shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 17.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.4% across Regional WA. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Katanning's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Skilled workers will find good opportunities in the suburb of Katanning, with skilled sectors accounting for 25.3% of employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (11.6%), education & training (9.8%), and professional & technical (2.0%).
Katanning faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 11.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 53.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
11.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Katanning have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
53.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Katanning have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of Katanning ranks in the 6th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Katanning are: Certificate (28.5%), Bachelor Degree (9.0%), Advanced Diploma (6.0%).
29.4% of the population in the suburb of Katanning is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.2% in primary school, 8.7% in secondary school, 1.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Katanning is 906, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Katanning, with a combined enrollment of approximately 774 students.
The suburb of Katanning includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Katanning features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,317 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,420 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Katanning had 1,317 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.8% to an estimated 1,420 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Katanning is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.6%), group households (3.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 867 family households, couples with children account for 23.9% of all households, couples without children at home 29.6%, and single parent families 10.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Katanning shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Katanning have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.9% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 30.6% of all households in the suburb of Katanning, similar to the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.8% of households, above the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Katanning was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
Katanning was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.9% of its population born overseas and 24.2% speaking a language other than English at home.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Katanning are Australian, comprising 26.5% of the population, English, comprising 26.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional WA's 31.3%, and Other, comprising 16.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional WA's 5.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 2.5% of Katanning (vs 1.0% across Regional WA), South African at 0.9% (vs 0.6%) and Australian Aboriginal at 7.0% (vs 6.1%).
25.9% of the suburb of Katanning population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
24.2% of the population in the suburb of Katanning speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
7.0% of the suburb of Katanning population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
76.8% of the suburb of Katanning population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Katanning is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,005 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $200 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Katanning, 33.0% of homes are owned outright, 33.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 33.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Katanning are houses.
In the suburb of Katanning, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 9.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Katanning stands at 33.0%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Katanning is $1,005, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Katanning is $626, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Katanning, households with mortgages typically spend 17.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Katanning is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Katanning shows mortgage holders spending 17.7% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 15.3% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Katanning consists of 89.6% detached houses, 9.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Katanning consumes approximately 11.1% of median household income ($5,664 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Katanning show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 10% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 90% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Katanning is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
Around 50.3% of people in the suburb of Katanning are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Katanning, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
6.7% of people in the suburb of Katanning are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.0% of the suburb of Katanning population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the suburb of Katanning have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Katanning, 50.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 24 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 24th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 2 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 1st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 1,956 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.4 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 2 public transport stops within the suburb of Katanning.
The suburb of Katanning has 13 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 1 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 933 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 556 m away and the nearest child care centre 764 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 2 stops nearby, 13 weekly trips, access rating 24 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 18 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 18th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 556 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 764 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 891 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 909 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 956 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 979 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.1 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 2 long day care centres with 62 places in Katanning, about 4.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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05Reports and tools
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Katanning compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Katanning has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Katanning is $450 a week, +15.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Katanning has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Katanning's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income figures position the area below 80% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
The labour market performance in Katanning lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Katanning faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Katanning features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Katanning was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Katanning is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional WA.
Health performance in Katanning is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Katanning has an estimated 3,922 residents, up 7.8% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Katanning.
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 Katanning.
Data currency
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 (SAL50742). 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 Katanning 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 Katanning 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.
