Mirrabooka (WA)

Mirrabooka is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new address files validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Mirrabooka (WA) is calculated to be approximately 9,777 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,777 people (22.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered a population of 8,000 residents. The adjustment is derived from the resident population of 9,764, computed by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and incorporating an extra 80 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density of 1,959 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across domestic locations assessed by AreaSearch. The 22.2% expansion in the suburb of Mirrabooka (WA) since the 2021 census was higher than the national benchmark (9.3%) and the SA3 region, positioning the locality as a regional growth leader. Population expansion in the area was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 72.0% of total population additions in recent times.

AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia forecasts for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the anchor year. For any SA2 regions lacking coverage in this dataset, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch applies the growth rates by age cohort published by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data). Looking at future demographic trends in the suburb of Mirrabooka (WA), population growth slightly under the median of statistical areas across the country is anticipated, with the area projected to grow by 1,077 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total rise of 10.9% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Mirrabooka when compared nationally

According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval figures allocated from statistical area data, Mirrabooka has averaged approximately 17 dwellings receiving development approval each year, with a total of 86 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 76 so far in FY-26. With a mean of 15.7 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outstripping supply by a wide margin, which generally drives up prices and intensifies buyer competition, whereas new homes are being built at a mean value of $354,000—moderately higher than regional baselines—signaling a focus on quality construction. In addition, commercial approvals amounted to $173,000 this financial year, pointing to the residential character of the area.

Compared with Greater Perth, Mirrabooka exhibits significantly lower construction volume (57.0% below the regional average per capita). This restricted new supply typically supports demand and valuations for existing properties, even though construction activity has risen lately. This level is also below the countrywide average, showing the maturity of the market and pointing to prospective planning constraints. New projects comprise 74.0% detached houses and 26.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the suburban profile of the area with a focus on single-family homes that attract buyers seeking space. Representing approximately 270 people per approval, Mirrabooka shows a transitioning market.

Future forecasts indicate Mirrabooka will gain 1,064 residents by 2041 (according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly calculations). Should current development paces persist, residential supply might fall short of population gains, potentially escalating buyer competition and bolstering stronger price appreciation.

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

Few elements impact local performance as significantly as changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning schemes. In total, 11 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the locality. Key works include Perth Active Transport Network, Mirrabooka Town Centre Redevelopment, Des Penman Reserve Clubrooms Refurbishment, and Perth Film Studios, with the subsequent list detailing those expected to be of greatest relevance.

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

Mirrabooka has an even labor force spanning white and blue collar jobs, with industrial and manufacturing fields heavily represented, an unemployment rate of 12.5%, and 5.1% in estimated employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,897 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 8.3% higher than the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%, indicating space for progress, and labor force participation is notably lower (56.8% versus Greater Perth's 70.2%). Census responses indicate that a minor 3.6% of residents worked from home, although the impacts of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.

Jobs among residents are concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The locality displays a particularly strong concentration in manufacturing, with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minor footprint with 3.8% employment compared to 8.2% across the region. The mostly residential locality seems to present few local jobs, as shown by the comparison of Census working population to resident population.

Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from wider statistical areas, over the year to March 2026, employment figures grew by 5.1% and the labor force expanded by 4.9%, resulting in a decline of 0.2 percentage points in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Perth, where employment rose by 2.0%, the labor force expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment ticked up by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 can provide more context on prospective future demand in Mirrabooka. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been matched with the local employment profile to project growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary widely between industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific projections to Mirrabooka's employment profile indicates local employment should grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (note this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the suburb of Mirrabooka is $34,003, with a mean of $39,174. This stands below the national benchmark, and compares to a median of $60,748 and a mean of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current projections would be roughly $37,720 (median) and $43,456 (average) as of March 2026. Income statistics from the 2021 Census indicate household income is at the 18th percentile ($1,267 weekly), while personal income ranks at the 2nd percentile. The figures indicate the largest bracket consists of 30.1% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (2,942 residents), matching the region where this group similarly constitutes 32.0%. Housing affordability challenges are acute, with only 82.2% of income remaining, placing the area at the 17th percentile.

Mirrabooka is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The mix of housing in Mirrabooka, as assessed during the latest Census, consisted of 85.5% houses and 14.5% other dwellings (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing options), compared with Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Mirrabooka matched the Perth metro level, at 29.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.9%) or renting (31.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was significantly lower than the Perth metro average at $1,493, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $290, compared with Perth metro figures of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Mirrabooka's mortgage outlays are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent values are considerably below the national benchmark of $375.

Mirrabooka has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family units represent the majority at 74.7% of all households, consisting of 39.1% couples with offspring, 17.1% couples without offspring, and 16.0% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 25.3%, with lone person households at 22.6% and group households making up 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 individuals is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

The locality experiences challenges in education, with tertiary qualification rates (14.8%) falling far short of the SA3 area average of 37.1%. This presents a difficulty as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational and technical skills are highly present, with 29.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.7%) and certificates (21.5%).

Enrollment rates in education are remarkably elevated, with 35.9% of residents currently undertaking formal studies. This comprises 11.3% in primary schooling, 11.1% in secondary schooling, and 5.6% enrolled in tertiary education.

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

Public transit assessment indicates 79 active transport stops are located in Mirrabooka, consisting of a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 21 distinct routes, which combine to support 7,151 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents on average situated 203 meters from their closest transport stop. Being a largely residential suburb, most employed residents travel outward to work - private vehicles remain the primary option at 87%, while 6% commute by bus. Car ownership averages 1.5 per household. A minor 3.6% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 1,021 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 90 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Mirrabooka is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Mirrabooka encounters notable health difficulties, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with typical health issues somewhat common across both younger and older cohorts, while the private health insurance rate is exceptionally low at roughly 43% of the overall population (~4,180 people). This compares to 59.0% throughout Greater Perth, whereas the national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical diagnoses in the region were found to be diabetes and arthritis, affecting 6.9 and 6.6% of residents, respectively, while 73.4% reported having no medical issues compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The under-65 population exhibits healthier outcomes than average. The area has 16.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,603 people). Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, with countrywide rankings generally corresponding to the wider public.

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

Mirrabooka ranks among the most culturally diverse localities in the nation, with 55.3% of its residents born abroad and 63.4% speaking a non-English language at home. The predominant faith in Mirrabooka was recorded as Christianity, representing 41.0% of local inhabitants. However, the most striking overrepresentation was in Islam, which accounts for 24.0% of the population, vastly higher than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.

Regarding heritage (parents' country of birth), the top three represented backgrounds in Mirrabooka are Other, making up 37.0% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 11.2%, English, comprising 12.6% of the population, which is significantly lower than the regional average of 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 11.6% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 21.2%. Furthermore, there are stark differences in the presence of other cultural heritages: Vietnamese is highly overrepresented at 8.8% of Mirrabooka (versus 0.8% regionally), Macedonian at 3.2% (versus 0.4%) and Serbian at 0.9% (versus 0.3%).

Mirrabooka's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

At 36 years, Mirrabooka's median age closely matches the Greater Perth average of 37 and is slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Mirrabooka has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (14.6%) but fewer people in the 25 - 34 bracket (12.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 3.8% to 5.1% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has fallen from 15.4% to 14.6%. Demographic projections indicate that Mirrabooka's age structure will shift considerably by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort shows the highest projected growth at 56%, gaining 277 residents to total 776. Older residents (65+) will drive 61% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. On the other hand, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.