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

Based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Marangaroo has an estimated population of approximately 10,923 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 440 people (4.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,483 residents. This adjustment is derived from the resident population of 10,923, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and incorporating 7 validated new addresses since the Census date. With this population level, the density stands at 2,280 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio across national locations tracked by AreaSearch. Overseas migration served as the primary driver of population growth, acting as virtually the sole contributor to population gains in recent times.

AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which use 2022 as a base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, and to project growth beyond 2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth rates from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 using 2022 data). Looking ahead at demographic trends, the suburb of Marangaroo is projected to experience population growth slightly below the median of statistical areas assessed by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 749 persons by 2041 according to compiled SA2-level forecasts, representing a total expansion of 6.9% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Marangaroo, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals compiled from statistical area records, Marangaroo has maintained an average of approximately 8 new home approvals annually, with an estimated 42 dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 16 approvals registered during FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.3 individuals moving to the area for every built home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, supply and demand levels appear well-aligned, sustaining stable market dynamics, although recent statistics show this metric has climbed to 6.3 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to the suburb's rising popularity and potential supply limitations. Local development projects average $349,000 in building costs—a figure slightly higher than the regional average—indicating a focus on quality builds. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $94,000 this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the area.

In comparison to Greater Perth, development intensity in Marangaroo is substantially lower, sitting 93.0% below the regional average per person. This lack of new housing supply generally drives demand and values upward for established properties, even though building activity has seen some acceleration lately. This rate also falls below the national average, reflecting the established status of the suburb and suggesting possible planning constraints. Furthermore, recent construction consists entirely of detached houses, preserving the traditional low-density suburban environment favored by families looking for space. With approximately 991 people per approval, Marangaroo exhibits the traits of a mature and settled community.

Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Marangaroo will add 749 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Under ongoing development trends, residential construction may not keep pace with population expansion, which could intensify buyer competition and underpin upward pressure on property prices.

Marangaroo has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure additions, major projects, and planning changes represent key drivers of local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 12 projects that are expected to impact the local area. Principal projects include the Landsdale - Mirrabooka Avenue and Kingsway - Roundabout Upgrade, the New Dining Hub and Redevelopment at Hawaiian's Newpark Shopping Centre, the Girrawheen Hub Precinct Redevelopment, and the Kingsway City Shopping Centre Serviced Apartments, with the following list detailing those of greatest relevance.

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Marangaroo shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Marangaroo has a balanced labor force distributed across white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a notable presence of manufacturing and industrial activities, a jobless rate of 7.0%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.6% over the preceding year, compiled from AreaSearch statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 5,794 employed residents, while the local unemployment rate is 2.8% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%, and workforce participation aligns closely with the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that a minor 5.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this should be interpreted in the context of COVID-19 restriction periods.

Resident employment is heavily concentrated within healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The locality displays a pronounced specialization in retail trade, where the employment concentration is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, mining represents a minor share of employment at 3.6% compared to 7.0% across the region. This mostly residential locality appears to provide a limited number of local jobs, as reflected by the ratio of local working individuals to resident workers in the Census.

According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 3.6% and the labor force expand by 3.9%, which caused the unemployment rate to edge up by 0.2 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Perth saw employment expand by 2.0%, the labor force grow by 2.5%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends within Marangaroo. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future growth paths. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment structure indicates that employment in Marangaroo is set to grow by 6.0% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for local population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The suburb of Marangaroo recorded a median taxpayer income of $51,614 and an average of $58,897, based on the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures fall below the national average, contrasting with the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $57,255 for the median and $65,334 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census records, household incomes rank at the 37th percentile ($1,533 weekly), while personal incomes are at the 21st percentile. The earnings breakdown shows that 34.8% of the population (3,801 residents) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to regional patterns where this bracket accounts for 32.0% of earners. Housing affordability presents a significant challenge, with only 84.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 38th percentile.

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

Residential housing in Marangaroo, as recorded at the latest Census, consists of 90.6% standalone houses and 9.4% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative accommodation), compared to the Perth metro distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Marangaroo is significantly higher than the Perth metro average, sitting at 34.1%, while the rest of the properties are occupied by mortgage holders (45.8%) or renters (20.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment locally is considerably lower than the Perth metro median at $1,647, whereas the median weekly rent stands at $350, compared to Perth metro values of $1,907 and $350. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Marangaroo are notably cheaper than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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

Family households make up the vast majority of local living arrangements at 76.0%, comprising couples with children at 36.8%, couples without children at 23.3%, and one-parent families at 14.2%. Non-family households represent the remaining 24.0%, consisting of single-person households at 21.4% and group households at 2.5%. The median household occupancy of 2.8 persons 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 locality displays low levels of higher education, with university qualification rates (16.4%) tracking well below the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 34.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (25.6%).

School and study enrollment rates are high, with 29.1% of the population presently engaged in formal learning. This cohort includes 9.9% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 4.5% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transport analysis identifies 55 active transport stops in Marangaroo, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which combine to support 2,542 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 177 meters from their closest transport stop. Due to the residential layout, the majority of workers commute out of the suburb, with cars remaining the primary choice at 87% and trains accounting for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars per household, which is above the regional average. A low 5.2% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

Service frequency averages 363 journeys per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 46 weekly trips at each individual stop.

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

Marangaroo faces notable public health concerns, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates, with typical medical conditions somewhat prevalent in both younger and older age brackets, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is low at roughly 51% of the population (~5,525 residents). This is below the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 7.5 and 7.4% of residents, respectively, while 68.5% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. The suburb has 18.7% of its population aged 65 and over (2,042 residents), which is higher than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader 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 registers high levels of cultural diversity, with 40.5% of the population born outside Australia and 38.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 49.1% of residents in Marangaroo. The most pronounced religious divergence is in Buddhism, which accounts for 8.3% of the community, significantly higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.7%.

Regarding ancestral backgrounds (parents' birthplaces), the primary ancestries in Marangaroo are English at 21.1% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 28.0%, Australian at 19.2%, and Other at 14.8%. There are also distinct concentrations of other ancestral groups, with Vietnamese ancestry represented at 8.2% of Marangaroo (compared to 0.8% regionally), Macedonian at 3.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Serbian at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%).

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

The median age of 39 years in Marangaroo is slightly above the Greater Perth average of 37 and very close to the Australian average of 38. Compared to the regional distribution, the 65 - 74 age group has a larger representation (10.3% locally), while the 35 - 44 bracket is smaller (13.3%). Post-2021 Census updates show the 25 to 34 age segment has increased from 12.8% to 13.8% of the population, while the 0 to 4 group has decreased from 5.8% to 4.8%. Long-term population forecasts for 2041 point to major age shifts in the suburb of Marangaroo. Leading these changes, the 75 to 84 bracket is projected to grow by 53% (371 individuals), rising from 699 to 1,071. Demographic aging is clear as residents aged 65 and older represent 67% of the projected growth, whereas the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.