Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Midland has an estimated 7,147 residents, up 12.8% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Midland.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Midland is located 16 kilometres east-northeast from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 7,147 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 812 people (12.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 6,335 people were recorded.
Midland combines high development activity and strong population drivers with an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence and low average household size. It has a high population share born overseas and a notable 25 to 34yo demographic. Young adults form a high proportion of residents, many in lone person or group households, while population growth is characterised as moderate. Midland-Guildford in WA, Australia is known for its mix of historical and contemporary attractions, preserved heritage sites, charming streetscapes and green spaces.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Midland is located 16 kilometres east-northeast from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 7,147 as of Aug 2026, derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 812 people (12.8%) since the 2021 Census, when 6,335 people were recorded.
Midland combines high development activity and strong population drivers with an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence and low average household size. It has a high population share born overseas and a notable 25 to 34yo demographic. Young adults form a high proportion of residents, many in lone person or group households, while population growth is characterised as moderate. Midland-Guildford in WA, Australia is known for its mix of historical and contemporary attractions, preserved heritage sites, charming streetscapes and green spaces.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,255 in 2006 and 6,970 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,147 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 20.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.8%.
Midland ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 77th for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Midland is $635 a week, up 9.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 12% below Greater Perth.
12% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $635 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Swan | $741 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Swan, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North East, over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 128 tracked applications: 4 approved, 2 under assessment, 122 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Midland (3 under construction) and 15 more in the surrounding area.
Long-running major urban renewal program centred on the new METRONET Midland Station (opened February 2026), delivering mixed-use…
New Junction is an 11-hectare urban renewal precinct in Midland, Perth, transforming the historic Midland Oval and surrounds into a new…
Proposed mixed-use expansion of the Swan Valley Fresh site located within the City of Swan New Junction precinct.
Proposed vertical lifestyle village development including a residential park component.
Masterplanned residential redevelopment opposite Midland Gate Shopping Centre delivering more than 400 apartments and townhouses across…
Recently completed major expansion and refurbishment of Midland Gate adding a new dining and entertainment precinct, fresh food market hall…
Major reconfiguration of the Midland health precinct with two coordinated works streams.
A masterplanned residential estate of 794 lots set amongst 185 hectares of retained native bushland on the former Bushmead Rifle Range…
Medium-density residential neighbourhood delivered by DevelopmentWA within the Midland (METRONET East) redevelopment area.
Eight-storey mixed-use development with 71 residential apartments, ground floor retail and commercial spaces.
DevelopmentWA is delivering the High Wycombe Station Precinct within the wider 61 hectare METRONET East High Wycombe Project Area.
The Hales is a fully sold-out residential estate nestled in the heart of Forrestfield, 15km east of the Perth CBD.
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Estimated completion year of the 13 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 1, 2027 4, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1.
AreaSearch has tracked 128 substantial development applications lodged in and around Midland over the past 5 years, 33 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 15, 2023 26, 2024 29, 2025 29, 2026 (to Oct) 26.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 128 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 33 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 49 | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Midland include: METRONET East - Midland Urban Renewal Precinct (Construction); The Avenues Midland (Construction); New Junction Precinct (Construction); Providence Lifestyle Vertical Village (Planning); and Tarpaulin Shop Childcare And Office Transformation (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Midland spans multiple sectors including Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Midland among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Midland area has seen 156 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Midland's current population of 7,147 has been supported by 49 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Midland has seen 7.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 88 people in the suburb of Midland, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Midland's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 49, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Midland has grown by approximately 466 people, while 245 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Midland are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,147 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,705 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,335 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 812 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.19 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Midland was estimated to be approximately 7,147 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,970 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Midland has added approximately 812 people and shown a 12.82% increase from the 6,335 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Midland is estimated at 1,706 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Midland has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Midland is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Midland's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 20.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Midland at 38 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Midland is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Midland compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 20.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Midland compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 6.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Midland show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (6.9% vs 12.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.8% of the population in the suburb of Midland as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.7% of the population in the suburb of Midland as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,718 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,588 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,138 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $716 | 2021 Census, weekly | 31st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 7.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,497 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 35.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Midland is approximately $64,993. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,718.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Midland is approximately $79,839. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,588.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Midland is approximately $64,993 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,718 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Midland is approximately $79,839 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,588 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Midland's households (~28.8% / 835 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Midland is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Midland is $1,138/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Midland is $1,497/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Midland is $716/wk.
The suburb of Midland's income level is above the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Midland's median income among taxpayers is $60,718 and the average income stands at $74,588, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,993 (median) and $79,839 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Midland is $3,859 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Midland's disposable income is $3,859 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Midland recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 8.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,775 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,550 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,124 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Midland has approximately 3,775 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 8.5%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Midland stands at 8.5%, which is 4.3 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Midland is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.3% of employment), retail trade (12.4%), and accommodation & food (8.2%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Midland has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Midland is 67.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Midland shows notable specialisation in retail trade, which employs 12.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Midland's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Midland: university qualifications 18.0%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 988.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
18.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Midland have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
40.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Midland have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Midland ranks in the 38th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Midland are: Certificate (30.8%), Bachelor Degree (12.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.1%).
27.6% of the population in the suburb of Midland is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.4% in primary school, 5.7% in secondary school, 5.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Midland is 988, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Midland, with a combined enrollment of approximately 410 students.
The suburb of Midland includes 1 primary school, 3 secondary schools.
Midland features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 47.8% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,900 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,272 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 46.1% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Midland had 2,900 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.8% to an estimated 3,272 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Midland is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 46.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (47.8%), group households (6.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,337 family households, couples with children account for 12.4% of all households, couples without children at home 17.6%, and single parent families 14.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Midland shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 47.8% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 46.1% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Midland have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 25.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 46.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 47.8% of all households in the suburb of Midland, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 6.1% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 38.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 61.7% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Midland scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 25.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 38.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Midland, at 45.3% of people, although more residents (46.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.7% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Midland are English, comprising 26.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 2.3% of Midland (vs 0.9% across Greater Perth), Filipino at 4.6% (vs 1.4%) and Croatian at 1.4% (vs 0.8%).
38.3% of the suburb of Midland population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
25.7% of the population in the suburb of Midland speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
3.8% of the suburb of Midland population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
73.3% of the suburb of Midland population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Midland displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 63.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,350 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $295 | 2021 Census, weekly | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Midland, 17.1% of homes are owned outright, 19.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 63.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 32.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Midland are houses.
In the suburb of Midland, 16.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 50.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Midland stands at 17.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Midland is $1,350, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Midland is $1,072, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Midland, households with mortgages typically spend 27.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Midland is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Midland shows mortgage holders spending 27.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 25.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Midland consists of 32.3% detached houses, 50.8% semi-detached dwellings, 16.8% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Midland consumes approximately 21.7% of median household income ($4,928 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Midland show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 68% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 32% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health performance in Midland is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 58th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
Around 54.9% of people in the suburb of Midland are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Midland, 9.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.4% of people in the suburb of Midland are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.0% of the suburb of Midland population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Midland have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Midland, 54.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 89th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 76 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,747 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 68th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 91 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 34 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 3.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 76 public transport stops within the suburb of Midland.
The suburb of Midland has 3,747 weekly trips across 34 routes, averaging 535 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 183 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 485 m away and the nearest school 584 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 76 stops nearby, 3,747 weekly trips, access rating 89 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 485 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 497 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 584 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 607 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 661 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 681 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 740 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 745 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 931 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 950 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 4 long day care centres with 191 places in Midland, about 2.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Midland among the top 24% of areas assessed nationwide.
Midland has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Midland is $635 a week, +9.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
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 population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Midland recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Education in Midland: university qualifications 18.0%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 988.
Midland features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
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 displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Midland is a key challenge relative to locations nationally with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Midland has an estimated 7,147 residents, up 12.8% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Midland.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Midland.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50947). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Midland from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Midland with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
