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Lower King has an estimated 2,085 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in the area around Lower King.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 385 kilometres south-southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Lower King forms part of the scenic Bayonet Head - Lower King coastal landscape in Western Australia. Celebrated for its natural surroundings with panoramic views across Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River, the area combines peaceful residential living with an active outdoor lifestyle centered around boating, fishing, and hiking. The suburb supports a cohesive community atmosphere that proves particularly attractive to families and retirees seeking a calm coastal setting. Local housing is heavily oriented toward detached dwellings and features high rates of outright home ownership, reflecting an established residential foundation populated predominantly by married couples, households with an above-average number of children, and mature to middle-aged couples without children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 385 kilometres south-southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Lower King forms part of the scenic Bayonet Head - Lower King coastal landscape in Western Australia. Celebrated for its natural surroundings with panoramic views across Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River, the area combines peaceful residential living with an active outdoor lifestyle centered around boating, fishing, and hiking. The suburb supports a cohesive community atmosphere that proves particularly attractive to families and retirees seeking a calm coastal setting. Local housing is heavily oriented toward detached dwellings and features high rates of outright home ownership, reflecting an established residential foundation populated predominantly by married couples, households with an above-average number of children, and mature to middle-aged couples without children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,764 in 2006 and 2,082 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,085 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.7%.
Lower King ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for education and the 65th for health.
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 Lower King is $740 a week, up 21.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Regional WA.
11% above Regional WA on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $740 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +21.8% | 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 26 projects in and around Lower King, 5 of them under construction.
Advance Housing, in partnership with the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments, is delivering 36 new social and affordable rental homes across four buildings in Bayonet Head, Albany.
Master-planned residential community at Bayonet Head, Albany WA, overlooking Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River. A joint venture between DevelopmentWA and Heath Development Company, the estate will ultimately provide up to 1,899 residential homesites across 35 hectares of public open space, including man-made lakes, playgrounds, boardwalks and pedestrian…
Residential estate consisting of 125 new homes, developed by Peet Limited in an exclusive development in Bayonet Head, overlooking Oyster Harbour. The project is fully sold out.
State-backed mixed-use renewal project within the Spencer Park Improvement Special Control Area in Albany, delivering 51 new social, affordable and key worker homes along Hardie Road alongside a new Albany Dental Clinic and office space.
Redevelopment and upgrade of the Spencer Park Education Support Centre facilities, which caters to students with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and other special learning needs.
A revitalisation project to refurbish existing social housing, improve public spaces and streetscapes, and enhance connectivity in Spencer Park. The $4 million investment component included the refurbishment of eight public housing units, construction of eight new public housing dwellings, and upgrades to Hardie Road and Mokare Park.
New facilities will deliver training in traditional trades and stimulate local economy. The new workshops will replace the campus' existing 50-year old trade facilities.
An urban renewal area with plans to prepare a Structure Plan to investigate zonings, land uses, and provide for a diverse range of residential densities (R40 to RAC), aiming to increase employment opportunities and improve community facilities.
Clydesdale Park is an established residential estate by DevelopmentWA located in McKail, 7km from the Albany town centre. When complete, the estate will feature up to 430 homes, a central bushland park with walkways, and a future primary school. The estate offers easy access to local schools, sporting complexes, and shopping centres.
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.
A $5.2 million project by Advance Housing that has completed construction on twelve new modular social homes in McKail, Albany. The project includes six two-story buildings with a mix of one and two-bedroom units. The homes were designed for energy efficiency with a 7-star energy rating and meet Liveable Design Standards to ensure accessibility.
District structure plan adopted by the City of Albany and endorsed by the Western Australian Planning Commission to guide long-term urban expansion, residential zonings, conservation corridors, and key road networks across the Yakamia and Lange localities.
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Estimated completion year of the 11 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 2, 2028 4, 2029 1, 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 | 9.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 18 | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Lower King include: Oyster Harbour Estate (Construction); Oyster Harbour Green Social Housing Project (Construction); and Bayview Heights Estate (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of Lower King are primarily focused on Residential Development.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Lower King currently ranks below national averages at the 7th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Lower King recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Lower King area has seen 32 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Lower King's current population of 2,085 has been supported by 18 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Lower King's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 18, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Lower King has grown by approximately 149 people, while 90 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Lower King has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,085 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 230 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,890 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 195 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.07 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Lower King was estimated to be approximately 2,085 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,082 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Lower King has added approximately 195 people and shown a 10.32% increase from the 1,890 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Lower King is estimated at 230 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Lower King has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Lower King is driven by: Interstate migration (52.0%), Natural increase (30.0%), Overseas migration (18.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 52.0% of overall population gains.
Lower King hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 88th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.4% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Lower King at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Lower King is 8 years older than the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Lower King compared to the Regional WA region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Lower King compared to the Regional WA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Lower King show significant variance compared to Regional WA. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.4% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.5% of the population in the suburb of Lower King as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.4% of the population in the suburb of Lower King as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $54,401 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $67,717 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,448 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $727 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 18.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,904 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lower King is approximately $58,231. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,401.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lower King is approximately $72,484. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $67,717.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lower King is approximately $58,231 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,401 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lower King is approximately $72,484 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,717 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Lower King's households (~29.7% / 206 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Lower King is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.7% 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 Lower King is $1,448/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Lower King is $1,904/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Lower King is $727/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Lower King had a median income among taxpayers of $54,401 with the average level standing at $67,717. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $62,873 and $78,328 across Regional WA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,231 (median) and $72,484 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Lower King is $5,440 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Lower King's disposable income is $5,440 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Lower King maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 60.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,038 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,665 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,067 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Lower King has approximately 1,038 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Lower King stands at 2.7%, which is 0.8 percentage points below Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Lower King is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.7% of employment), education & training (12.1%), and construction (10.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and agriculture, forestry & fishing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Lower King 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 Lower King is 60.4%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Lower King shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 18.7% of the local workforce compared to 11.9% across Regional WA. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Lower King's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Lower King shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
19.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lower King have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
39.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lower King have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of Lower King ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Lower King are: Certificate (29.1%), Bachelor Degree (14.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
27.2% of the population in the suburb of Lower King is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 10.1% in secondary school, 2.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
Lower King features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 19.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 36.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 693 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 764 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.3% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Lower King had 693 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.2% to an estimated 764 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Lower King is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (19.8%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (1.2%).
Of the 536 family households, couples with children account for 30.7% of all households, couples without children at home 36.8%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Lower King shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.3% (versus 69.8% in Regional WA). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 19.8% compared to 27.4% in Regional WA. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Lower King have an average of 1.9 children, matching the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 56.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.0% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 19.8% of all households in the suburb of Lower King, notably lower than 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 1.7% of households, below the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Lower King ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 19.4% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
Lower King was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 80.6% of its population born in Australia, 90.2% being citizens, and 96.3% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Lower King, at 39.6% of people, although more residents (59.7%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 44.6% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lower King are English, comprising 37.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional WA's 31.3%, Australian, comprising 30.0% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Lower King (vs 0.6% across Regional WA), Dutch at 1.6% (vs 1.5%) and New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.9%).
19.4% of the suburb of Lower King population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
3.7% of the population in the suburb of Lower King speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
2.7% of the suburb of Lower King population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
90.2% of the suburb of Lower King population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lower King is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 46.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,619 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Lower King, 46.7% of homes are owned outright, 40.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 12.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Lower King are houses.
In the suburb of Lower King, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Lower King stands at 46.7%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Lower King is $1,619, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Lower King is $834, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Lower King, households with mortgages typically spend 25.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Lower King is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Lower King shows mortgage holders spending 25.8% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 22.1% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Lower King consists of 99.0% detached houses, 0.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lower King consumes approximately 13.3% of median household income ($6,270 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lower King show attached dwellings contributing 29% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 71% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
The level of general health in Lower King is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Around 52.2% of people in the suburb of Lower King are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Lower King, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the suburb of Lower King are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the suburb of Lower King population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the suburb of Lower King have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Lower King, 52.2% 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 | 29 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 29th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 131 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 15 public transport stops within the suburb of Lower King.
The suburb of Lower King has 20 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 2 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 446 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 2.3 km away and the nearest school 2.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 15 stops nearby, 20 weekly trips, access rating 29 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 41st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest hospital | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 7.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Lower King recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Lower King has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Lower King is $740 a week, +21.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Lower King has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Lower King hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis indicates Lower King maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks.
Lower King shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Lower King features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Regional WA.
Lower King ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Lower King is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Lower King is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
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.
Lower King has an estimated 2,085 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 26 projects tracked in the area around Lower King.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Lower King.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL50865). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Lower King 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 Lower King 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.
