Kingsley

Kingsley is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, Kingsley's population is estimated at around 13,802, reflecting an increase of 598 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 13,204. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 13,812 residents, based on their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and validation of an additional 25 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,758 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver for this growth. AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data to estimate future population trends post-2032.

By 2041, Kingsley's population is expected to increase by 1,390 persons, reflecting a total increase of 10.1% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kingsley according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Kingsley recorded around 22 residential properties approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 111 homes. In FY-26 so far, four approvals have been recorded. This averages to approximately 3.2 people moving to the area per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand significantly outpaces supply. New dwellings are developed at an average cost of $391,000, aligning with broader regional development.

In this financial year, $1.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Kingsley records roughly half the building activity per person and ranks among the 21st percentile of areas assessed nationally, suggesting limited choices for buyers and supporting demand for existing dwellings. New building activity comprises 94.0% detached dwellings and 6.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With around 787 people per dwelling approval, Kingsley reflects a highly mature market.

AreaSearch projects Kingsley to add 1,400 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Kingsley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 10 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Chichester Park Skate Facility, Greenwood Station Multi-Storey Car Park, Moolanda Boulevard Footbridge Replacement, and Duffy House Activation Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Kingsley ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Kingsley has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.1%, having seen an estimated employment growth of 4.7% over the past year according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of June 2025, there are 7,585 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 1.8% below Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 63.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. The leading employment industries among Kingsley residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, the area has a strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

However, mining is under-represented, at 5.3% of Kingsley's workforce compared to Greater Perth's 7.0%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 4.7%, while labour force increased by 4.0% in Kingsley, causing a fall in unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with an unemployment rate rise of 0.1 percentage point. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 offer insight into potential future demand within Kingsley. These projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kingsley's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Kingsley's median income among taxpayers is $55,397. The average income in Kingsley during this period was $71,303. Both figures are above the national averages. In Greater Perth, the median income was $58,380 and the average was $78,020. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Kingsley's median income would be approximately $63,263 as of September 2025. The estimated average income by this date is around $81,428. Census data indicates that incomes in Kingsley cluster around the 60th percentile nationally. Distribution data shows that 30.1% of individuals in Kingsley earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, with 4,154 people falling into this category. This aligns with the broader area where this income band represents approximately 32.0%. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power in the area. Kingsley's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Kingsley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Kingsley's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.4% houses and 15.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 88.7% houses and 11.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingsley was at 41.9%, with the rest being mortgaged (45.7%) or rented (12.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, below Perth metro's average of $2,080. Median weekly rent in Kingsley was $418, compared to Perth metro's $400. Nationally, Kingsley's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Kingsley features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 77.2% of all households, including 37.4% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 22.8%, consisting of 21.6% lone person households and 1.3% group households. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Kingsley exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

University qualification levels in Kingsley are at 27.8%, slightly below the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 35.7% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 23.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.7% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 4.2% in tertiary education. Kingsley has a robust network of 6 schools educating approximately 1,335 students. The area has above-average socio-educational conditions (ICSEA: 1076) and offers 5 primary and 1 K-12 school. Local school capacity is limited at 9.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 19.7, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

Kingsley has 89 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 23 individual routes that collectively facilitate 8,451 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents located an average of 201 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 1,207 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 94 weekly trips per stop.

Health outcomes in Kingsley are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Kingsley's health indicators show below-average results with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 56% of Kingsley's total population (~7,661 people) has private health cover, compared to Greater Perth's 59.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.0%) and asthma (7.6%). 66.6% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Perth's 71.5%. Kingsley has 25.1% of residents aged 65 and over (3,464 people), higher than Greater Perth's 20.1%. Health outcomes among seniors in Kingsley are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Kingsley's population showed cultural diversity with 9.5% speaking a language other than English at home and 32.3% born overseas, as of the latest data from June 20XX. Christianity was the predominant religion in Kingsley, accounting for 50.6%. Judaism, however, was slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, with 0.2% of Kingsley's population identifying as such.

In terms of ancestry, English (33.6%), Australian (24.0%), and Irish (8.2%) were the top represented groups in Kingsley. Notably, Welsh (1.0%), South African (1.3%), and Dutch (1.8%) ethnicities had higher representations compared to regional averages.

Kingsley hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Kingsley has a median age of 44, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and significantly exceeds the national norm of 38. The age group of 65-74 shows strong representation in Kingsley at 13.7%, compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 7.8%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 5.8% to 8.1% of Kingsley's population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 13.5% to 11.9%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 12.5% to 11.4%. Demographic modeling indicates that Kingsley's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 75 to 84 age group projected to grow by 84%, reaching 2,060 people from 1,117. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 75% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 65-74 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.