Mandogalup

Mandogalup lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the Mandogalup statistical area (Lv2) had an estimated population of around 2,323. This reflects a significant increase from the Census in 2021, which reported a population of 128 people. The growth of 2,195 people equates to a 1714.8% increase since the 2021 Census. This rapid growth is attributed to the examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and an additional 742 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density ratio stands at 336 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space for further development. The Mandogalup (SA2)'s population growth has outpaced both national (9.7%) and state averages since the 2021 census, positioning it as a growth leader in the region.

Interstate migration contributed approximately 70.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also playing positive roles. AreaSearch's projections for the Mandogalup (SA2) are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, 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). Looking ahead, exceptional population growth is predicted for the Mandogalup (SA2), with an expected increase of 231 persons to reach a total population of 2,554 by 2041. This projection reflects a significant reduction in growth rate over the 17-year period, from 1714.8% between 2021 and 2025 to an 82.7% increase by 2041.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Mandogalup among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, Mandogalup has seen around 211 new homes approved each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 1,057 homes were approved, with an additional 129 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 0.1 new residents have been arriving per new home over these five years, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand and supporting potential population growth while offering greater buyer choice.

The average construction value of these new properties is $375,000, which is slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This year alone, there have been $2.7 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development focus compared to residential growth. Relative to Greater Perth, Mandogalup has seen 10677.0% more building activity per person, providing ample choice for buyers and reflecting strong developer confidence in the location. All recent developments have been detached houses, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The location currently has approximately one person per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market despite stable or declining population projections, which should reduce housing demand pressures and benefit potential buyers.

With population projections showing stability or decline, Mandogalup should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Mandogalup has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

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Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Mandogalup has a high national income level according to the latest Australian Taxation Office data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year ending June 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Mandogalup is $64,231, with an average income of $74,521. This compares to figures for Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248 respectively. Based on the Wage Price Index growth rate of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $70,410 and the average income around $81,690 by September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, incomes in Mandogalup rank highly nationally, between the 82nd and 90th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis shows that the majority of residents, 40.0% or 929 people, fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which is also dominant in the surrounding region at 32.0%. Housing costs account for 14.8% of income, and residents rank highly with disposable incomes in the 82nd percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Mandogalup's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted entirely of houses (100.0%) with no other dwellings reported (0.0%). This is in contrast to Perth metro's composition which was 93.0% houses and 7.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mandogalup stood at 24.4%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 75.6% and rented ones at 0.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,939, exceeding Perth metro's average of $1,724. The median weekly rent figure in Mandogalup was recorded at $265, compared to Perth metro's $315. Nationally, Mandogalup's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 80.4% of all households, including 31.4% that are couples with children, 35.3% that are couples without children, and 5.9% that are single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.6%, with lone person households at 9.8% and group households comprising 0.0%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates of 28.4%, exceeding the SA3 area average of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (8.8%) and postgraduate qualifications (0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (20.5%).

A significant 20.3% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 6.3% in primary education, with no reported individuals in secondary or tertiary education at the time of this data.

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Mandogalup's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Mandogalup shows excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is high, at approximately 57% (1,319 people), compared to 53.9% in Greater Perth.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 11.3% and 9.0% of residents respectively. A total of 75.2% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 71.4% in Greater Perth. Mandogalup has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 15.0% (348 people), compared to 10.4% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, mirroring the general population's health profile.

Mandogalup was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Mandogalup's population was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 23.8% speaking a language other than English at home as of the 2016 Census. This figure stood at 34.4% for those born overseas in Mandogalup. Christianity was identified as the main religion, making up 49.6% of people residing there, compared to 42.2% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (28.0%), Australian (19.4%), and Other (9.1%). Notably, Hungarian representation was higher at 3.4%, compared to 0.1% regionally, South African at 3.4% versus 1.1%, and Maori at 1.7% versus 2.1%.

Mandogalup hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Mandogalup's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and lower than the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Mandogalup has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (34.0%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (5.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has increased from 8.1% to 10.3%, while the proportion of those aged 5-14 has risen from 4.4% to 5.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 0-4 has decreased from 8.8% to 6.7%, and the proportion of those aged 25-34 has dropped from 36.0% to 34.0%. Demographic modeling suggests that Mandogalup's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the strongest growth projected for the 85+ cohort (-83%), adding approximately -9 residents to reach a total of 2. However, population declines are projected for both the 85+ and 75-84 cohorts.