Maida Vale

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

According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Maida Vale has a population estimated at approximately 4,766 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 267 individuals (5.9%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,499 individuals. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 4,766, which AreaSearch estimated after analyzing the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 32 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density ratio of 577 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per inhabitant and potential capacity for additional expansion. Growth in the local population was mainly driven by arrivals from abroad, which made up approximately 73.0% of total population increases over recent times.

AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate expansion across all locations in the years after 2032, AreaSearch applies the growth rates by age bracket supplied by the ABS in its most recent Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data). When looking at upcoming population dynamics, an expansion rate slightly below the middle point of statistical regions nationwide is anticipated, with the area projected to expand by 208 persons by 2041 using consolidated SA2-level forecasts, showing an overall increase of 4.4% across the 16 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building permit statistics, distributed from regional data, the suburb of Maida Vale has recorded approximately 12 new dwellings approved each year, totaling an estimated 63 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 9 permits have been documented. With a mean of 1.8 individuals per year relocating to the area for every home built over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand and supply appear well-proportioned, leading to balanced market conditions, though recent data indicates this has quickened to 4 individuals per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to rising demand and shrinking supply. Newly built properties show an average construction cost of $454,000, showing that developers are focusing on the high-end market segment with premium properties. Furthermore, $1.9 million in commercial permits have been registered this financial year, showing very low commercial building activity.

Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Maida Vale registers approximately three-quarters of the building activity per individual, placing it in the 43rd percentile of evaluated regions nationwide, which translates to fewer options for purchasers and supports demand for pre-existing houses. This rate of activity is also below the nationwide average, reflecting the established state of the locality and pointing to potential zoning constraints. Recent construction activity consists of 85.0% separate houses and 15.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the historical low-density nature of the area with an emphasis on family residences that appeal to buyers wanting space. The estimated ratio of 379 individuals in the area per building approval reflects its tranquil, low-scale construction landscape.

Looking forward, the suburb of Maida Vale is projected to add 208 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculation). Under ongoing development paces, new housing supply is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable circumstances for purchasers and potentially enabling expansion above current demographic forecasts.

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

Few elements impact local performance as directly as updates to regional infrastructure, key projects, and development strategies. In total, 12 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having potential impacts on the area. Major developments include the High Wycombe South Residential Precinct, the Maida Vale South Urban Investigation Area, the Maida Vale Reserve Master Plan, and the Maida Vale Road Local Development Plan (Lot 170), with the following catalogue detailing those of primary importance.

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Employment conditions in Maida Vale rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

The suburb of Maida Vale possesses a qualified labor force, with a strong footprint in manufacturing and production fields, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and a 1.8% estimated rise in jobs over the past year, according to AreaSearch compilations of regional data. As of March 2026, 2,708 local citizens are employed, while the joblessness rate is 2.2% below the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%, and labor participation matches Greater Perth's 70.2%. According to Census details, a modest 9.6% of residents worked from their homes, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions must be kept in mind.

Jobs among local citizens are clustered in building, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The locality displays a particularly pronounced concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with a employment proportion of 2.1 times the metropolitan standard. Conversely, health care & social assistance has a minor footprint, accounting for 10.8% of jobs compared to 14.8% across the metropolitan area. The largely residential community seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population.

According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic divisions, the 12-month timeframe saw employment expand by 1.8% alongside a 1.9% increase in the labor force, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. This is in contrast to Greater Perth, where jobs rose by 2.0%, the labor pool grew by 2.5%, and joblessness went up by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia can provide extra context regarding future labor demand in the suburb of Maida Vale. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate employment trends. Although nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary widely across different fields. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local employment distribution suggests employment in the suburb of Maida Vale should expand by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not account for local population dynamics).

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

According to the latest postcode-level ATO data published by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Maida Vale is $59,262, with a mean of $79,591. This ranks among the top tiers in Australia, and is compared to a median of $60,748 and a mean of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Incorporating Wage Price Index inflation of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current projections would stand at roughly $65,739 for the median and $88,290 for the mean as of March 2026. Census 2021 data indicates that household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Maida Vale sit near the 62nd percentile across the nation. Looking at the brackets of income, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, containing 34.3% of the population (1,634 individuals), which matches metropolitan patterns where this bracket constitutes 32.0%. After paying for housing, 86.4% of earnings are available for other costs, and the SEIFA score for income ranks the locality in the 6th decile.

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

Residential composition in the suburb of Maida Vale, as recorded during the most recent Census, consisted of 97.4% houses and 2.6% other housing types (townhouses, flats, or alternative residences), compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other housing types. Meanwhile, the rate of owner-occupation in the suburb of Maida Vale was considerably higher than the Perth metropolitan benchmark, sitting at 38.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (48.7%) or tenants (12.7%). The median monthly home loan payment in the locality was higher than the Perth metropolitan average at $1,950, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $400, compared to Perth metropolitan levels of $1,907 and $350. Nationwide, home loan payments in the suburb of Maida Vale are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while rents exceed the national level of $375.

Maida Vale features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family units make up the vast majority of households at 80.1%, consisting of 34.6% couples raising children, 33.3% couples without children, and 11.1% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.9%, with single-person households at 17.8% and group share households at 2.2% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.7 individuals is higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Maida Vale shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The locality presents educational disparities, with university degree attainment (18.8%) tracking considerably below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a difficulty and an opening for tailored academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational and technical training are highly represented, with 40.1% of citizens aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (29.7%).

Enrolment in education is remarkably strong, with 26.5% of residents currently studying in formal settings. This contains 9.2% in primary schools, 8.2% in secondary institutions, and 4.3% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transit assessment indicates 48 operational passenger stops inside the suburb of Maida Vale, consisting of a variety of bus services. These locations are connected by 5 distinct routes, which combine to offer 955 weekly transit options. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with citizens generally living 254 meters away from the nearest stop. As the locality is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel out of the area, and cars remain the main transit choice at 90%. Household car ownership averages 2.0 per home, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.6% of residents work from their homes (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 rules).

Transit frequency averages 136 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 19 weekly journeys per individual stop.

The level of general health in Maida Vale is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

The suburb of Maida Vale displays positive health metrics, based on AreaSearch analysis of death rates and the frequency of long-term illnesses, with the incidence of common medical issues remaining low across younger and older age brackets, and the level of private medical insurance found to be remarkably high at approximately 59% of the population (2,802 individuals).

The most prevalent health issues in the locality were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 8.5 and 7.5% of citizens, respectively, while 68.5% of people reported being completely free of medical conditions compared to 71.9% throughout Greater Perth. The demographic under 65 years of age displays better than average health profiles. The locality has 18.8% of its population aged 65 and over (896 individuals), which exceeds the 16.1% average in Greater Perth. Health conditions among older residents are above average, with national percentiles matching the wider public.

In terms of cultural diversity, Maida Vale records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of Maida Vale was found to be close to the metropolitan average for cultural background variety, with 75.5% of its population born in Australia, 89.8% holding citizenship, and 92.4% communicating only in English at home. The predominant faith in the suburb of Maida Vale was Christianity, representing 48.9% of residents. However, the most distinct variation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ethnic origins (birthplace of parents), the three most common backgrounds in the suburb of Maida Vale are English at 32.6% of the population, Australian at 27.3% of the population, which is considerably higher than the metropolitan average of 21.2%, and Irish at 7.3% of the population. There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other heritages: Dutch is overrepresented at 1.8% of the suburb of Maida Vale (compared to 1.5% in the region), Polish is at 0.9% (compared to 0.7%), and South Australian is at 0.7% (compared to 1.0%).

Maida Vale's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age of 42 years in the suburb of Maida Vale is substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and is also older than the Australian median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 14.5% compared to Greater Perth, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 11.1%. Data after the 2021 Census shows the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 11.6% to 13.4% of the population, while the 85+ cohort grew from 1.8% to 3.1%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 group fell from 11.7% to 9.9% and the 45 to 54 group declined from 14.1% to 12.8%. Projections for the year 2041 suggest major demographic shifts for the suburb of Maida Vale. Leading this change, the 85+ group is set to expand by 117% (172 individuals), growing to 320 from 147. Crucially, the combined cohorts aged 65+ will represent 77% of all population growth, demonstrating the aging trend of the local population. Conversely, the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 age brackets are projected to see reductions in population.