Midland

Population growth drivers in Midland are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Midland's estimated population is around 7,271 as of Feb 2026. This reflects a growth of 936 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,335. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,950 in June 2024 and an additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 1,735 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Midland's growth rate of 14.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.9%. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is using 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 growth estimation, AreaSearch uses ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Demographic trends project an above median population growth for the suburb of Midland, with an expected expansion to 8,789 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 15.7% over the 17 years.

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

Midland has received approximately 42 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years ending FY-25, totalling around 213 homes. As of FY-26, 40 approvals have been recorded. Each new dwelling built in Midland between FY-21 and FY-25 has attracted an average of 2.3 new residents annually, indicating strong demand. The average construction cost value for new homes in Midland is approximately $374,000, slightly higher than the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments.

This financial year has seen $81.4 million in commercial approvals registered in Midland, reflecting high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Midland's building activity is 52.0% lower per person but has accelerated in recent years. The dwelling approvals in Midland consist of 29.0% detached houses and 71.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a trend towards denser development that caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. As of FY-25, there were approximately 109 people per dwelling approval in Midland, suggesting an expanding market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Midland is projected to gain 1,144 residents by 2041, aligning with current development trends that support steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Population forecasts indicate Midland will gain 1,144 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

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

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 12 projects that are likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Midland Redevelopment Scheme - Central Precinct (Stage 2), New Junction Precinct, METRONET New Midland Station and METRONET East - Midland, and The Avenues Midland. The following list details those projects considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Midland faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Midland has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 9.1% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.6%. As of September 2025, Midland's unemployment rate is 5.1%, higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Midland lags at 66.3%, compared to Greater Perth's 71.6%. Only 3.9% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. Midland specializes in retail trade with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Education & training has limited presence at 3.9% compared to the regional level of 9.2%. There are 1.2 workers for every resident, indicating Midland functions as an employment hub hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.6% and labour force increased by 2.1%, resulting in a decrease of unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Midland's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Midland's median income is $54,472 and average income is $65,951. This is below Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% from financial year 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $59,712 (median) and $72,295 (average). Census data indicates household incomes are at the 9th percentile while personal income is at the 31st percentile. The largest income segment comprises 28.8% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 2,094 residents in this range. This pattern is similar to regional levels where 32.0% occupy this income range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 78.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 6th percentile.

Midland displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Midland's housing stock, as per the latest Census, consisted of 32.3% houses and 67.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Midland was at 17.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 19.0% and rented ones at 63.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,350, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,907. The median weekly rent in Midland was $295, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Midland's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Midland features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 46.1% of all households, including 12.4% couples with children, 17.6% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 53.9%, with lone person households at 47.8% and group households comprising 6.1%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Midland fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 18.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 30.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.4% in primary education, 5.7% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Midland has 77 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 44 routes, collectively facilitating 4,086 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 183 meters to the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward using cars (74%), followed by trains (9%) and buses (6%). On average, there are 0.7 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm. According to the 2021 Census, only 3.9% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 583 trips per day, equating to approximately 53 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Midland is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Midland faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting various age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 53%, compared to Greater Perth's 59%. Common medical conditions include mental health issues (12.6%) and arthritis (8.3%). Around 62.9% of residents report no medical ailments, lower than Greater Perth's 71.9%. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Midland has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (20.1%, or 1,461 people) compared to Greater Perth (16.3%). Health outcomes among seniors are broadly in line with national rankings.

Midland 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

Midland has a high level of cultural diversity, with 25.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 38.3% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Midland, making up 45.3% of the population. The category 'Other' is slightly overrepresented in Midland compared to Greater Perth, comprising 1.7% versus 1.4%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (26.9%), Australian (19.5%), and Other (10.9%). There are notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori at 2.3% compared to the regional average of 0.9%, Filipino at 4.6% versus 1.4%, and Croatian at 1.4% versus 0.8%.

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

The median age in Midland is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and close to the national average of 38 years. In Midland, the 25-34 age cohort makes up 17.7% of the population, compared to 16.0% in Greater Perth, while the 5-14 year-olds make up 7.0%, lower than Greater Perth's 9.3%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has grown from 5.8% to 6.9% of Midland's population, while the 45-54 cohort has declined from 12.7% to 11.3%. By 2041, Midland's population forecasts indicate that the 75-84 age group will grow by 67%, reaching 836 people from 501. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to represent 65% of this growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.