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Millars Well has an estimated 2,347 residents, up from 2,104 at the 2021 Census — a change of 243 people, or 11.5%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years, faster than 76% of areas nationally. Natural increase accounts for 64.0% of that increase. That puts 690 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from official updates across the wider territory and address validations conducted by AreaSearch after the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Millars Well is projected to be 2,347 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 243 people (11.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 2,104 people. The estimation of 2,347 individuals is calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside one validated new address added after the census date. With this population level, the density stands at 690 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks recorded across other locations monitored by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Millars Well outpaced both the national average growth rate (9.3%) and the Rest of WA with its 11.5% expansion, positioning it as a leading growth area in the territory. The primary catalyst for this demographic expansion was natural increase, which accounted for approximately 64.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. Projections utilize SA2-level data released in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the base point. For regions lacking these specific forecasts, and to project trends beyond 2032, calculations apply age cohort expansion rates from the 2023 Greater Capital Region release using 2022 figures. Future forecasts indicate that population growth in the suburb of Millars Well will track slightly below the national median for regional areas, with local SA2 projections estimating an increase of 186 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 7.9% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Property development in the suburb of Millars Well is extremely quiet, with building permits averaging under one approval annually, amounting to a total of two over the preceding five years. This minimal construction volume is typical for a rural locality, where building works are generally prompted by specific local housing requirements rather than broad market demand. Due to the minor volume of permits, individual projects can exert a disproportionate effect on yearly growth rates and comparison metrics. The volume of new building works in the suburb of Millars Well is substantially lower than the average across the Rest of WA.
This level of building activity is also below broader national trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 63 current infrastructure and development projects close to Millars Well, worth an estimated $15.6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, sports & recreation and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning works, and new developments have a significant impact on local growth. AreaSearch has identified two projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key regional developments include Madigan at Baynton West, Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre, Perdaman Urea Project - Project Destiny, and Karratha Senior High School Upgrade, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Madigan at Baynton West
Madigan at Baynton West is a major residential development in Karratha designed to provide affordable living and essential worker housing. The estate is a key component of the Karratha Urea Project's workforce strategy, with developer Perdaman constructing 133 homes to accommodate its permanent operational staff. As of early 2026, over 30 homes have been delivered with another 30 under active construction. The project features climate-responsive design, a 1.38-hectare landscaped public open space, and proximity to Baynton West Primary School.Future stages include plans for approximately 250 additional lots, a childcare center, and a new primary school to support long-term regional growth.
Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre
Karratha's first dedicated homemaker centre, featuring a 7,600 square meter Bunnings Warehouse and nine large format retail tenancies. As the only Bunnings in the Pilbara region, it services local demand for DIY, hardware, furniture, electrical appliances, and white goods. The project is located adjacent to residential developments and the Gap Ridge Industrial Estate, with the retail trade market in the area expected to reach 249 million AUD by 2026. Construction officially commenced on April 1, 2026.
The Quarter Karratha
Mixed-use civic, retail and commercial precinct anchored by The Quarter HQ office/retail building, a city square and 46 service worker apartments, delivered as part of the Karratha city centre revitalisation.
Western Edge
A 160-hectare master-planned community in South Hedland designed to transform underutilized land into a residential hub for over 3,000 residents. The project received a major 75.2 million AUD funding boost in the 2026-27 WA State Budget to deliver the first 121 lots across Stages 1 and 2. It includes enabling infrastructure for water, power, and telecommunications, as well as public open space. The full project has the potential for up to 1,000 lots, including social housing.
South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation
Comprehensive revitalisation of South Hedland's Town Centre featuring a new main street, vibrant Town Square, public open spaces, road realignment, landscape treatments, underground services, and medium-to-high density mixed-use development opportunities. The project transforms the town centre into a modern hub designed for people, business, and investment. Premium development lots are now available for sale with infrastructure already in place.
South Hedland Residential Land Development
Residential land subdivision in South Hedland with fully serviced single residential lots (power, water, NBN ready) available for purchase. Lots are in established streets including Buzzard Street and Gannet Street, supporting affordable home building in the Pilbara region.
South Hedland Town Square
Public open space adjacent to South Hedland Shopping Centre featuring grassed outdoor amphitheatre, children's playground, public amenities, and landscaped areas. Serves as a community gathering place and event venue for local celebrations and activities.
Hedland Health Campus
A modern 12,000sqm single-level health facility serving as the regional healthcare hub for the Pilbara. The campus features four main pavilions housing a 24-hour emergency department, ambulatory care, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and mental health services. Designed with a unique heat-buffer roof system and cyclone-rated materials to withstand extreme regional climates.
1,375 residents of Millars Well are employed, from a labour force of 1,397. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 79.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 1,688, about 72% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor force is highly skilled, with construction workers representing a notable portion of the community. Current figures show an unemployment rate of just 1.6% and a 2.5% expansion in employment over the preceding year, according to aggregated statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,375 residents in active employment, which helps keep the unemployment rate 1.9% below the Regional WA level of 3.5%. Furthermore, labor force participation is exceptionally high at 79.9%, compared to the regional benchmark of 65.6%. Census data indicates that only 1.8% of employed residents worked from home, a figure that may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are mining, construction, and health care & social assistance. The local workforce shows a strong specialization in mining, which employs workers at a rate 1.8 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for none of the local employment, falling below the Regional WA average of 9.3%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that local job openings within the immediate area are limited. According to evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the past 12 months saw job numbers grow by 2.5% and the labor force expand by 2.5%, leaving the unemployment rate virtually unchanged. In comparison, Regional WA experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.3% rise in the labor force, and a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on prospective workforce needs. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment trends. While employment nationwide is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections against the local employment profile indicates that local job numbers could rise by 5.5% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, though this simple extrapolation does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Millars Well is $3,188 a week (about $166,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,563 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $86,434 a year against an average of $101,801. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to aggregated postcode-level taxation data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Millars Well recorded a median income of $86,434 and an average income of $101,801. These figures place the area in the highest nationwide percentile, compared to regional state averages of $59,973 and $74,392 respectively. Factoring in WPI growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current income levels are estimated to be approximately $95,881 for the median and $112,928 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes are all elevated, placing between the 98th and 98th percentiles nationally.
The largest income group comprises 39.5% of the local population (927 people) who earn upwards of $4000 weekly, whereas the wider region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 31.1%. High-income earners are prominent, with 55.0% of the community receiving over $3,000 per week, pointing to strong purchasing capacity. After accounting for housing costs, households retain 88.8% of their earnings, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Millars Well had 661 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 71% detached houses and 0% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 65% rented and 8% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $383 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 12.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 12.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock at the time of the last Census consisted of 71.2% separate houses and 28.8% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, contrasting with the Regional WA profile of 88.5% separate houses and 11.6% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates lag the regional average at 8.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (26.6%) or renters (65.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 is notably higher than the Regional WA average of $1,560, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $383, compared to the regional figure of $265.
On a national level, monthly mortgage costs remain below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Millars Well counted 661 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 737 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 81% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 76.2%, which is comprised of couples with children at 41.1%, couples without children at 26.5%, and single parent families at 8.4%. The remaining 23.8% consists of non-family households, with lone person households representing 20.9% and group living situations accounting for 2.7%. The median household size stands at 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.9% of adults in Millars Well hold a university qualification, including 18.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 34.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 271 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 914 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational attainment of the population is notable within the region, with university graduation rates among residents aged 15 and over reaching 25.9%, which exceeds the Rest of WA average of 17.6% and the SA3 rate of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational training is also highly prevalent, with 43.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 34.4%. Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 36.4% of the population presently undertaking formal study.
This student population includes 16.5% in primary schools, 8.7% in secondary institutions, and 1.8% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Millars Well means driving: households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in the suburb of Millars Well comprise two active stops that accommodate local bus routes. These stops are served by two separate routes that provide a combined total of 20 passenger trips each week. Transport connection levels are limited, with residents living an average of 713 meters away from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode for 94% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles. A low 1.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 parameters.
Bus services run at an average frequency of two trips per day across the available routes, which translates to approximately 10 weekly trips at each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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81.5% of residents in Millars Well report no long-term health condition. 1.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 67.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show positive trends for the local population, with analyses of mortality and medical diagnoses aligning with national averages. The prevalence of standard medical conditions is low across both young and old cohorts, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the population (1,586 people). This is higher than the 56.4% recorded in Regional WA and the national benchmark of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 6.4% and 6.1% of the population respectively.
Meanwhile, 81.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 69.3% across Regional WA. Only 3.0% of the local population is aged 65 and over (70 people), which is lower than the Regional WA figure of 19.2%. Senior residents experience good health outcomes, with national health benchmarks for this cohort matching the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.2% of Millars Well residents were born overseas and 16.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (27.3%) and English (23.0%). 6.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is higher than average, with 25.2% of residents born outside Australia and 16.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 34.8% of the population. The most significant religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 2.6% of residents compared to 1.0% across Regional WA. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries are Australian at 27.3%, English at 23.0% (which is lower than the regional average of 31.3%), and Other at 9.5%. There are also distinct differences in representation for other backgrounds, with Maori overrepresented at 1.9% (compared to 1.0% regionally), New Zealand background at 1.2% (compared to 0.9%), and Filipino background at 3.0% (compared to 1.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Millars Well is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 32.1% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 31 years makes the local population considerably younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to the wider region, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 (20.8%) but fewer aged 65 to 74 (2.6%). The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is also above the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 19.7% to 21.2% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.1% to 15.9%.
Population projections for 2041 point to significant changes, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow the most at 22%, adding 107 people to reach 596, while declines are forecast for the 75 to 84 and 65 to 74 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Millars Well
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,104 at the 2021 Census → 2,347 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50950). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.