Marangaroo

Marangaroo 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 Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Marangaroo is around 10,915, reflecting a 4.1% increase since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 10,483. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 10,874 in June 2024, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS and validation of seven new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,278 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting 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 post-2032 estimates, 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). Based on projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of Australian statistical areas is expected for Marangaroo. The suburb is projected to grow by 780 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 6.8% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Marangaroo is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Marangaroo recorded around 8 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 42 homes were approved, with another 6 approved so far in FY-26. Despite population decline during this period, new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice for buyers.

The average construction value of these properties is $349,000, higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. This year, there have been $94,000 in commercial approvals, indicating the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Marangaroo has significantly reduced construction levels, 93.0% below the regional average per person, which typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. However, development activity has increased recently. This is also under the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations.

Recent building activity consists entirely of detached houses, preserving Marangaroo's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 984 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating an established market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Marangaroo is expected to grow by 739 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Marangaroo has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 12 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Landsdale - Mirrabooka Avenue and Kingsway - Roundabout Upgrade, New Dining Hub and Redevelopment at Hawaiian's Newpark Shopping Centre, Girrawheen Hub Precinct Redevelopment, and Kingsway City Shopping Centre Serviced Apartments. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Marangaroo recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Marangaroo has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent. The unemployment rate was 6.4% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.5%. This is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 5724 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.5% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Marangaroo was lower at 67.6%, compared to Greater Perth's 71.6%.

According to Census responses, only 5.2% of residents worked from home. Key industries for employment among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade had a particularly strong presence with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. Mining employed just 3.6% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 7.0%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 4.5% while labour force grew by 3.4%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 1 percentage point. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Marangaroo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023 shows Marangaroo had a median taxpayer income of $51,614 and an average income of $58,897. Nationally, the median was $60,748 and the average was $80,248 in Greater Perth. With a 9.62% increase based on Wage Price Index growth from financial year ending June 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $56,579 (median) and $64,563 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household income ranked at the 37th percentile with a weekly income of $1,533, while personal income was at the 21st percentile. In Marangaroo, 34.8% of individuals earned between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, consistent with metropolitan trends at 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 84.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 38th percentile.

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

Marangaroo's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.6% houses and 9.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), whereas Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Marangaroo stood at 34.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 45.8% and rented ones at 20.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,647, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Marangaroo was $350, matching Perth metro's figure. Nationally, Marangaroo's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Marangaroo has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.0% of all households, including 36.8% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 14.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 24.0%, consisting of 21.4% lone person households and 2.5% group households. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Marangaroo faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 16.4%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 9.3%, while certificates account for 25.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Marangaroo has 55 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by 12 routes, offering a total of 2,542 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents typically 177 meters from the nearest stop. Most commutes are outward-bound due to its residential nature. Cars are dominant at 87%, while trains account for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, above the regional average.

Only 5.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 363 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 46 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Marangaroo is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Marangaroo faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~5,521 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 7.5% and 7.4% of residents respectively. 68.5% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (2,084 people), which is higher than the 16.3% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Marangaroo's cultural diversity is notable with 40.5% of its population born overseas and 38.4% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 49.1%. Buddhism is notably overrepresented at 8.3%, compared to Greater Perth's average of 2.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (21.1%), Australian (19.2%), and Other (14.8%). Vietnamese (8.2%) and Macedonian (3.6%) populations are significantly higher than regional averages, while Serbian stands at 0.8% compared to the region's 0.3%.

Marangaroo's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Marangaroo is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and close to Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the 65-74 age group is notably over-represented in Marangaroo at 10.4%, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 13.0%. Post-Census data (2021) shows that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.4% to 6.4% of Marangaroo's population, while the 0 to 4 age group has declined from 5.8% to 4.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Marangaroo, with the 75 to 84 age group expected to grow by 53%, reaching 1,072 people from 698. This growth is led by residents aged 65 and older, who will represent 70% of anticipated population growth. Conversely, the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to experience population declines.