Lynwood (WA)

Lynwood has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Lynwood (WA) is around 3,984, reflecting a growth of 443 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 12.5% change from the previously reported population of 3,541. The latest estimate by AreaSearch, based on examination of ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses, shows a resident population of 3,859. This results in a population density ratio of 2,238 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Lynwood's growth since the 2021 Census exceeded the national average of 9.9%, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. According to these trends, the suburb of Lynwood (WA) is expected to grow by approximately 247 persons to reach a total population of around 4,231 by 2041, reflecting an increase of 2.7% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Lynwood recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Lynwood had approximately 16 dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY21 and FY25, around 84 homes were approved, with a further 8 approved in FY26 to date. Each new dwelling built over the past five financial years resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents annually, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost for new homes was $343,000. This year has seen $1.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Lynwood's residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Lynwood had 12.0% lower construction activity per person and ranked at the 62nd percentile nationally among assessed areas.

New developments consisted of 95.0% standalone homes and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving Lynwood's suburban character focused on family homes. With around 237 people per dwelling approval, Lynwood indicates a developing market. Population forecasts suggest Lynwood will gain 107 residents by 2041, with current development rates comfortably meeting demand and potentially supporting growth beyond current projections.

Lynwood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project that may affect this region. Key projects include Riverton Rise Estate, Canning City Centre Regeneration Program, Wilson Riverfront Masterplan (Canning River Precinct Redevelopment), and Mitchell and Kwinana Freeways Upgrade. The following details those likely to be most relevant.

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

Lynwood has a well-educated workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 4.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.7%. As of September 2025, 2,066 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.3% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation was similar to Greater Perth's 71.6%. According to Census responses, only 5.2% of residents worked from home. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. Lynwood has a notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Mining employs just 5.0% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 7.0%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. In the 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.7%, and the labour force grew by 2.3%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Perth, where employment rose by 2.9%, the labour force grew by 3.0%, and unemployment rose marginally. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Lynwood's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The suburb of Lynwood had a median taxpayer income of $50,229 and an average income of $64,344 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This was lower than national averages, with Greater Perth having a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $55,061 (median) and $70,534 (average). The 2021 Census ranked household, family, and personal incomes in Lynwood modestly, between the 34th and 35th percentiles. Income brackets showed that 34.4% of individuals earned between $1,500 - $2,999, mirroring regional levels at 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 83.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 34th percentile. Lynwood's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 4th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Lynwood, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 90.4% houses and 9.5% other dwellings. In comparison, Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Lynwood was 30.2%, similar to Perth metro's level. Mortgaged dwellings were 38.9% and rented ones were 30.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Lynwood was $1,500, below the Perth metro average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Lynwood was $350, matching Perth metro's figure but lower than the national average of $375. Nationally, Lynwood's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,863.

Lynwood features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 69.5% of all households, including 31.4% couples with children, 24.7% couples without children, and 11.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.5%, with lone person households at 26.0% and group households comprising 4.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

Lynwood Trail has educational qualifications that trail regional benchmarks. Specifically, 29.7% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees compared to the SA3 area's 38.6%. This gap suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%).

Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 33.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (21.9%). Educational participation is high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.4% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Lynwood has 27 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by five different routes that together facilitate 1,407 weekly passenger trips. The average distance from a resident's home to the nearest transport stop is 174 meters, indicating excellent accessibility. In this predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 82% of residents, while train and bus are used by 9% and 5% respectively. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling in Lynwood, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 5.2% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 201 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 52 weekly trips per individual stop.

Lynwood's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Lynwood's health metrics are close to national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are seen at a fairly standard level across both young and old age cohorts.

Private health cover is approximately 53% of the total population (~2,101 people), which compares to 59.0% across Greater Perth. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues (7.0%) and arthritis (5.9%), while 73.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 15.8% of residents aged 65 and over (629 people), with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Lynwood is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Lynwood's population shows high linguistic diversity, with 41.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas make up 51.7%. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 37.6%, while Buddhism stands out at 7.2%, higher than Greater Perth's 2.7%.

Ancestry-wise, English (21.7%) and Australian (16.9%) are notable, though lower than regional averages of 28.0% and 25.4% respectively. 'Other' ancestry is prominent at 19.1%, above the region's 11.2%. Ethnic groups like Korean (2.0%), Chinese (11.5%), and Sri Lankan (0.6%) are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.3%, 4.0%, and 0.2% respectively.

Lynwood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Lynwood's median age is 36 years, nearly matching Greater Perth's average of 37. Lynwood's median age is modestly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Lynwood has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44, at 16.7%, but fewer residents aged 65-74, at 7%. Since the Census of 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75-84 has grown from 5.2% to 6.6%. The 55-64 age group has declined from 10.7% to 9.3%, and the 25-34 age group has dropped from 16.8% to 15.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Lynwood's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 40%, adding 104 residents to reach 367. Residents aged 65 and above are expected to drive 68% of population growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.