Midvale

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, Midvale's population is estimated at around 2739 as of Nov 2025. This reflects a 456 person increase (20.0%) since the 2021 Census which reported 2283 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch estimating the resident population at 2683 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024, and adding an additional 249 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 947 persons per square kilometer. Midvale's 20% growth since 2021 exceeded the national average (9.7%). Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 66%.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and post-2032 estimations, AreaSearch uses ABS's latest Greater Capital Region growth rates by age cohort released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Future projections indicate an above median population growth for the area, expected to expand by 398 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 7.8% over 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Midvale among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Midvale has averaged approximately 74 new dwelling approvals annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, around 374 homes were approved, with an additional 40 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 0.8 new residents have arrived per new home over the past five financial years.

This suggests that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing buyers with more options and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections. The average expected construction cost value of new properties is $393,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment. In FY-26, $21.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Midvale has 601.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers ample choice despite a recent slowdown in building activity. Nationally, Midvale's new building activity is well above average, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area.

The majority of new dwellings are detached homes (96.0%), with townhouses or apartments making up 4.0%, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. With around 53 people per dwelling approval, Midvale exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Midvale is projected to gain 214 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering favourable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Midvale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly. These include the Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Expansion), Bushmead Residential Estate, New Junction Precinct, and The Avenues Midland.

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Employment drivers in Midvale are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Midvale has a skilled workforce with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented. Its unemployment rate was 7.9% in the year ending September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 1.5%.

As of September 2025, 1,327 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.0%, matching Greater Perth's rate but indicating room for improvement. Workforce participation lags at 59.5% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food services. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share twice the regional level.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented at 3.1% compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. There is one worker for every resident, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.5% and the labour force grew by 2.3%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal rise in unemployment. Statewide, WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs) as of 25-Nov-25, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, slightly higher than the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Midvale's employment mix suggests local employment should grow by 6.0% in five years and 13.0% in ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Midvale's median income among taxpayers is $52,641. The average income in the suburb is $64,181. Nationally, incomes are higher on average. Greater Perth has a median income of $60,748 and an average of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates for Midvale's median and average incomes as of September 2025 are approximately $57,705 and $70,355 respectively. Census data indicates Midvale's household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly, between the 31st and 34th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 32.2% of individuals in Midvale earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually. This aligns with the broader area where this income band also represents 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Midvale, with only 79.3% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 24th percentile.

Midvale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Midvale's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 82.1% houses and 17.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Midvale was at 16.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 51.3% and rented ones at 32.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,742, below Perth metro's average of $1,950. Median weekly rent in Midvale was $275, lower than Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Midvale's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,742 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 65.5% of all households, including 27.6% couples with children, 21.2% couples without children, and 14.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.5%, with lone person households at 30.7% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 16.7%, 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 most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 39.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (29.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Midvale has 16 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 11 different routes that together facilitate 789 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Midvale is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located 166 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 112 trips per day, which equates to approximately 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Midvale faces significant health challenges. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts.

The rate of private health cover in Midvale is approximately 53% (~1,442 people), slightly higher than the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Perth's 57.4%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.5 and 7.3% of residents respectively. About 68.9% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.2% across Greater Perth. Midvale has 13.3% (364 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the 21.2% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting challenges.

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

Midvale has a high level of linguistic diversity, with 32.1% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 40.2% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Midvale, accounting for 50.0% of the population. However, the most significant overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, which comprises 1.3% of Midvale's population compared to 0.6% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Midvale are English at 22.6%, Australian at 21.4%, and Filipino at 12.9%. These figures are notably lower than the regional averages for English (33.7%) and Australian (26.9%), but substantially higher for Filipino (1.2%). Additionally, certain ethnic groups show notable divergences in representation: Maori at 1.8% compared to 0.5%, Australian Aboriginal at 5.9% compared to 2.0%, and Spanish at 0.6% compared to 0.2%.

Midvale's population is younger than the national pattern

Midvale's median age is 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Perth's 37 years and somewhat younger than the national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 shows strong representation at 17.1% compared to Greater Perth, while the 55-64 cohort is less prevalent at 7.8%. Between 2021 and now, the 25-34 age group has grown from 16.2% to 17.1%, the 65-74 cohort has declined from 7.9% to 6.5%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 9.0% to 7.8%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Midvale. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by 59 people (16%) from 361 to 421. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 51% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.