Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Mindarie (WA) has an estimated 9,703 residents, up 23.3% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Mindarie (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 33 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Mindarie (WA) has an estimated population of around 9,703 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 1,836 people (23.3%) since the 2021 Census, when 7,867 people were recorded. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with a high share of residents born overseas and above-average median household income. Strong mortgage holder representation, a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24yo and a very high proportion of married families also feature in its profile.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-agedandmature people, and households are largely families and couples with children. The area has high income levels and shows moderate population expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 33 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Mindarie (WA) has an estimated population of around 9,703 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 1,836 people (23.3%) since the 2021 Census, when 7,867 people were recorded. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with a high share of residents born overseas and above-average median household income. Strong mortgage holder representation, a notable proportion of people aged 15 to 24yo and a very high proportion of married families also feature in its profile.
Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-agedandmature people, and households are largely families and couples with children. The area has high income levels and shows moderate population expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,718 in 2006 and 9,083 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,703 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 16.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.8%.
Mindarie (WA) ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for development activity and the 83rd for health.
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 Mindarie (WA) is $988 a week, up 11.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 37% above Greater Perth.
37% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $988 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Wanneroo | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wanneroo, over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 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 West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 14 tracked applications: 12 approved, 2 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Mindarie (WA) (2 under construction) and 64 more in the surrounding area.
Proposed second stage expansion of the Mindarie Regional Centre comprising additional retail and commercial floorspace together with office and residential development to extend the established local activity centre. Public information available indicates the project remains in the planning phase with no confirmed construction commencement announced.
Catalina Estate is a large coastal master planned community spanning the suburbs of Clarkson and Mindarie in Perths northern corridor. The project is being delivered in three precincts - Catalina Beach, Catalina Central and Catalina Green - with around 20 percent of the 179 hectare site reserved for public open space including landscaped parks, playgrounds…
Dunes Beach Resort is a premium ecotourism destination located at the former Quinns Rocks Caravan Park site in Mindarie. Opened in May 2026, it features 38 luxury glamping tents, a restaurant, kiosk, and lounge bar named Sandara.
A 33.5km underground trunk main connecting the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant to the Wanneroo Reservoir. As of May 2026, construction is active with significant road closures and pipe installation moving through Mariginiup along Caporn Street.
Staged redevelopment of The Marina Mindarie including upgraded marina infrastructure, new hospitality venues, commercial space, residential apartments, public realm improvements and additional boat pens. Construction has commenced on multiple components while further stages continue to be delivered over several years.
Catalina Plaza is a planned 14 million AUD neighbourhood retail centre in Catalina Green, Clarkson WA, described as an IGA-anchored precinct of about 7,177 sqm. Planned uses include a 1,400 sqm supermarket, specialty shops, cafes, health and wellness uses, a childcare centre, a medical centre, a veterinary centre and two drive-through food outlets.
Program of Main Roads WA and WA Government upgrades along Wanneroo Road in Perth's northern corridor. Earlier interchange projects at Ocean Reef Road and Joondalup Drive are complete, while current funded works include the Wanneroo Road duplication from Dunstan Road to Romeo Road and a 2025-26 northern roads package for intersection improvements at Warwick…
Multi-stage upgrade of the Gumblossom Community Centre precinct in Quinns Rocks, including refurbishments to the community centre, sports pavilion and activity (playgroup) building.
Major shopping centre with over 120 stores including Coles, Kmart, JB Hi-Fi, TK Maxx and specialty retailers. Features food court, entertainment facilities, and over 1,500 free parking spaces. Serves growing northern suburbs population. Last redeveloped in 2014 with comprehensive expansion to 39,000m2.
Major Water Corporation wastewater infrastructure expansion and network augmentation program supporting rapid population growth across Perth's northern suburbs. The program includes new wastewater pump stations, pressure mains, trunk sewers and associated network upgrades to improve system capacity and service future residential growth areas.
Upgrades to the sports amenities and clubrooms at Anthony Waring Park in Clarkson, featuring building and ventilation enhancements to support local community sports and recreational groups. The project was delivered under the City of Wanneroo's capital works and community facility enhancement programs.
Community facility upgrades including new spaces for youth activities, programs, and services. Provides modern facilities for local young people with enhanced programs and amenities.
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Estimated completion year of the 26 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 11, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 1. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 14 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mindarie (WA) over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 1, 2023 5, 2024 2, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
Key application 2 Quinns Road, Mindarie Retail | $7.0m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 15.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 126 | ABS building approvals | 84th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 12 | 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 Mindarie include: The Marina Mindarie Redevelopment (Construction); Alkimos to Wanneroo Desalination Pipeline (Construction); Wanneroo Road Corridor Improvements (Construction); Mindarie Regional Centre Stage 2 (Planning); and Catalina Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Mindarie spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Retail, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mindarie among the top 16% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mindarie area has seen 207 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mindarie's current population of 9,703 has been supported by 126 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Mindarie has seen 15.1 approval 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 86 people in the suburb of Mindarie, 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 Mindarie's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 126, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Mindarie has grown by approximately 969 people, while 632 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.5 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.
Mindarie has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,703 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +23.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,565 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.3% | 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 | 7,867 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,836 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.20 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mindarie was estimated to be approximately 9,703 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,083 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of mindarie has added approximately 1,836 people and shown a 23.34% increase from the 7,867 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mindarie is estimated at 1,565 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mindarie has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mindarie is driven by: Overseas migration (50.0%), Interstate migration (32.0%), Natural increase (18.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 50.0% of overall population gains.
Mindarie hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.6% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Mindarie at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Mindarie is 8 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Mindarie compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 16.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mindarie compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Mindarie show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (16.7% vs 10.6%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (9.1% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.3% of the population in the suburb of Mindarie as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.9% of the population in the suburb of Mindarie as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,446 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,244 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,555 | 2021 Census, weekly | 91st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $925 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 41.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,840 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mindarie is approximately $66,842. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,446.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mindarie is approximately $84,823. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,244.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mindarie is approximately $66,842 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,446 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mindarie is approximately $84,823 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,244 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mindarie's households (~27.8% / 729 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mindarie is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.8% 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 Mindarie is $2,555/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mindarie is $2,840/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mindarie is $925/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Mindarie's median income among taxpayers is $62,446, with an average of $79,244. This is very high nationally, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,842 (median) and $84,823 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mindarie is $9,538 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of mindarie's disposable income is $9,538 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Mindarie demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,544 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,510 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,703 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mindarie has approximately 5,544 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Mindarie stands at 2.8%, which is 1.4 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Mindarie is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.5% of employment), construction (13.3%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mindarie has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Mindarie is 73.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of mindarie shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of mindarie's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Mindarie ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
23.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mindarie have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
36.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mindarie have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of mindarie ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mindarie are: Certificate (26.1%), Bachelor Degree (17.4%), Advanced Diploma (13.7%).
29.0% of the population in the suburb of Mindarie is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, 5.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Mindarie is 1061, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Mindarie, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,952 students.
The suburb of mindarie includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school, 2 combined schools.
Mindarie features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,626 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,239 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mindarie had 2,626 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 23.3% to an estimated 3,239 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mindarie is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.2%), group households (0.6%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,256 family households, couples with children account for 45.5% of all households, couples without children at home 31.8%, and single parent families 8.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Mindarie shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.2% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Mindarie have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 58.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 13.2% of all households in the suburb of Mindarie, notably lower 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 0.6% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Mindarie 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 | 54.4% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 88.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 45.6% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Mindarie was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 11.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 54.4% born overseas.
The main religion in Mindarie was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.0% of people in Mindarie. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mindarie are English, comprising 39.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 16.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Irish, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Mindarie (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 3.8% (vs 1.0%) and Dutch at 1.8% (vs 1.5%).
54.4% of the suburb of Mindarie population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
11.4% of the population in the suburb of Mindarie speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the suburb of Mindarie population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.5% of the suburb of Mindarie population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mindarie is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 14.0% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 87.5% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,362 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $500 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mindarie, 33.9% of homes are owned outright, 52.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 87.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Mindarie are houses.
In the suburb of Mindarie, 2.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mindarie stands at 33.9%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mindarie is $2,362, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mindarie is $1,533, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mindarie, households with mortgages typically spend 21.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Mindarie is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mindarie shows mortgage holders spending 21.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.6% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Mindarie consists of 87.5% detached houses, 10.3% semi-detached dwellings, 2.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mindarie consumes approximately 13.9% of median household income ($11,063 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mindarie show attached dwellings contributing 21% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 79% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Mindarie's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.7% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
Around 56.8% of people in the suburb of Mindarie are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Mindarie, 4.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Mindarie are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Mindarie population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Mindarie have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mindarie, 56.8% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,169 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 190 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the suburb of Mindarie.
The suburb of Mindarie has 1,169 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 167 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 222 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 473 m away and the nearest GP 538 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 1,169 weekly trips, access rating 53 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 19 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 19th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 473 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 538 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 623 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 656 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 782 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 924 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 982 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mindarie among the top 16% of areas assessed nationwide.
Mindarie has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mindarie (WA) is $988 a week, +11.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Mindarie has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Mindarie hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 80% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Mindarie demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
The educational profile of Mindarie ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Mindarie features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Mindarie 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.
Mindarie is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mindarie's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mindarie (WA) has an estimated 9,703 residents, up 23.3% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Mindarie (WA).
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 Mindarie (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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 (SAL50960). 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 (Sep 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 Mindarie (WA) 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 Mindarie (WA) 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.
