Meadow Springs

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

According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside newly verified residential addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, Meadow Springs is home to approximately 10,723 residents as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 1,563 individuals (17.1%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,160 people. The estimate is based on a resident count of 10,134 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an extra 170 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density of 2,206 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The 17.1% expansion rate of Meadow Springs since the 2021 census was faster than the national average (9.3%) and the state benchmark, making it a regional frontrunner in population growth. This expansion was driven mostly by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 67.0% of the overall population growth during recent times, though overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions.

AreaSearch implements demographic forecasts from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 regions lacking these forecasts, and to project trends past the year 2032, AreaSearch uses cohort-specific growth rates from the 2023 Greater Capital Region projections published by the ABS, which rely on 2022 data. Looking forward, the suburb is projected to experience growth placing it in the top quarter of statistical areas nationwide, expanding by 2,708 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 19.8% over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals indicates that Meadow Springs has averaged roughly 44 residential approvals annually, giving an estimated total of 224 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26133 approvals have been documented. With an average of 3.8 additional residents per year for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the supply of housing is lagging behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices. Newly approved residences carry an average construction cost of $401,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium market. Furthermore, $217,000 in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, pointing to a focus that is overwhelmingly residential.

New build activity in Meadow Springs is low compared to Greater Perth, tracking 61.0% below the regional average per capita. While this limited supply generally bolsters demand and prices for existing houses, construction has recently gained momentum. All recent building permits have been for detached houses, preserving the suburban character of the area and providing spacious family homes. The area currently records about 180 people for every residential approval, pointing to a growing market.

Looking ahead, the population of Meadow Springs is projected to increase by 2,119 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building rates do not change, housing supply might fail to meet the needs of the growing population, which could intensify competition among buyers and support stronger growth in home values.

Meadow Springs has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 32ndth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and new developments are key drivers of property market performance. AreaSearch has identified 7 major projects that are expected to influence the local area. The most significant developments include Lakelands Estate, Meadow Springs Residential Development, Gordon Road Train Station, and Lakelands Estate, with details on the most relevant projects listed below.

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Employment conditions in Meadow Springs demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Meadow Springs possesses a diverse workforce with a mix of white-collar and industrial jobs, featuring a low unemployment rate of 2.3% and a 4.0% increase in local employment over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations. As of March 2026, 4,602 residents are employed. The local unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%, whereas workforce participation is notably lower at 57.7% compared to the capital city average of 70.2%. Census data reveals that a low proportion of residents (6.7%) worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and mining. The mining sector is especially prominent, employing residents at 1.6 times the regional average. In contrast, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, accounting for 4.4% of local employment compared to 8.2% across the wider region. Given the difference between the Census working population and resident population, this residential enclave appears to provide limited local job opportunities.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from the surrounding area, the past 12 months saw employment grow by 4.0% while the labour force expanded by 4.7%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. This compares to Greater Perth, which saw a 2.0% lift in employment, a 2.5% increase in the labour force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand in Meadow Springs. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates vary widely by industry. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among Meadow Springs residents will grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population growth forecasts.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Based on financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Meadow Springs earn slightly less than the national average. The median income for taxpayers is $48,558, and the average income is $65,428, compared to Greater Perth medians and averages of $60,748 and $80,248. Adjusted for the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $53,865 for the median and $72,579 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Meadow Springs were modest, placing between the 30th and 44th percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 32.3% of the local population (3,463 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the wider region where 32.0% fall into this bracket. Financial strain from housing costs is significant, with only 82.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the 44th percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 4th decile for income.

Meadow Springs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Residential dwellings in Meadow Springs at the time of the latest Census consisted of 87.8% detached houses and 12.2% alternative housing types (including townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to the Perth metropolitan distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in Meadow Springs was lower than the metropolitan average at 25.3%, with mortgaged properties making up 48.4% and rentals accounting for 26.3%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,733, which is below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $350, matching the metropolitan figure of $350. Nationally, mortgage costs in Meadow Springs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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

Family units constitute 76.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children (35.4%), couples without children (28.2%), and single-parent households (12.3%). The remaining 23.3% are non-family households, which are mostly single-person households at 21.2%, with group households making up 2.2%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Meadow Springs aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The local area shows below-average rates of tertiary education, with 15.8% of residents holding a university qualification compared to the national rate of 30.4%. This presents an opportunity for targeted educational support. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (32.5%).

Educational enrollment is high, with 30.0% of the population participating in formal studies. This group comprises 11.7% of residents in primary school, 8.6% in high school, and 3.7% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transport services in Meadow Springs include 45 active transit stops, predominantly bus stops. These locations are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate 724 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 206 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily a residential area, with most workers commuting out of the suburb; private vehicles are the primary mode of transport at 85%, followed by trains at 6%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.4. A low percentage of residents worked from home (6.7% at the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules).

Public transport routes run an average of 103 times per day across the network, which averages out to approximately 16 weekly services for each transit stop.

Health performance in Meadow Springs is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Meadow Springs has notable public health needs based on AreaSearch research into mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present throughout the community, particularly among older residents. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly above the SA2 average at approximately 53% of the population (~5,702 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 59.0%.

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 8.7% and 8.2% of residents. Meanwhile, 68.0% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Residents under the age of 65 enjoy better health outcomes than average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 21.1% of the population (2,262 people), compared to 16.1% in Greater Perth. Health trends among this senior demographic present some challenges, though they rank better nationally than the broader local community.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Meadow Springs was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity in Meadow Springs is higher than in most Australian suburbs, with 11.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 34.0% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 47.4% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is Hinduism, which is practiced by 1.5% of the population compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries in Meadow Springs are English at 33.6% of the population (well above the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 25.8%, and Scottish at 7.4%. There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds: Welsh ancestry accounts for 0.9% of the population (vs 0.7% regionally), Maori ancestry is at 1.8% (vs 0.9%), and New Zealand ancestry stands at 1.3% (vs 0.8%).

Meadow Springs's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Meadow Springs is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Perth median of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to the capital city, the suburb has a higher share of residents aged 85+ (4.3%) and a lower share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (11.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 10.8% to 12.5% of the population, while the 5 to 14 bracket fell from 14.9% to 13.6% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 7.1% to 5.9%. By 2041, the age structure is projected to shift. The population aged 85+ is expected to grow by 133% (611 people), rising from 461 to 1,073. This aging trend is prominent, with seniors aged 65+ accounting for 64% of all projected population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.