Moora (WA)

Moora has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident population of the suburb of Moora (WA) is projected to be approximately 1,882 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 127 people (7.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,755 residents. This growth is calculated from the estimated resident count of 1,882, determined by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP figures and an additional 377 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such population levels result in a density of 5.2 persons per square kilometer, ensuring a spacious living environment. The 7.2% rate of growth since the census is within 2.1 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), indicating solid demographic trends. Excess births over deaths drove this expansion, accounts for approximately 53.0% of the overall population rise during recent timeframes.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2. For areas lacking this coverage, and to calculate growth beyond 2032, growth rates by age bracket from the 2023 Greater Capital Region projections (utilising 2022 data) are utilised. Looking ahead, the suburb of Moora (WA) is projected to align with the lower quartile growth of regional areas across the nation, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating a rise of 36 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 1.9% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Moora according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Analysis of ABS building approvals across statistical divisions shows that Moora averages approximately 5 new residential approvals annually, totaling 26 approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 11 during FY-26 so far. An average occupancy of 2.7 new residents per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 indicates steady demand, which helps sustain local property values. Newly constructed houses carry an average estimated cost of $664,000, pointing to developer activity concentrated in the premium, higher-end market segment. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $11.2 million this financial year, reflecting stable investment in business infrastructure.

Building activity in Moora is significantly subdued compared to the Rest of WA, running 52.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new stock tends to bolster demand and support valuations for established residences. This rate is also below the nationwide average, reflecting the mature layout of the area and possible planning constraints. Furthermore, all recent construction has consisted of standalone houses, preserving the classic low-density environment and offering spacious homes suitable for families. An estimated 628 people per dwelling approval highlights a quiet development sector with low construction volumes.

Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Moora is projected to add 36 residents by 2041. Given current rates of construction, the supply of new housing is expected to comfortably accommodate this growth, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially underpinning expansion beyond current demographic projections.

Moora has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 8thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and regional planning policies are critical drivers of local performance. In total, no projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a direct impact on the area. Key regional projects include the WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements, South West Interconnected System Transformation, and Regional And Rural Wa Road Network Safety Improvements, with the most relevant listed below.

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Employment conditions in Moora face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Moora supports a diverse labor market with a balanced mix of white-collar and blue-collar occupations across various sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of 6.1% according to aggregated statistical area data. In March 2026, there were 924 employed residents. The local unemployment rate stands 2.6% higher than the Regional WA average of 3.5%, while the labor force participation rate aligns closely with the regional figure of 65.6%. Census data indicates that a minor 5.8% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.

The primary sectors employing local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, education & training, and health care & social assistance. The local economy shows a distinct specialization in wholesale trade, which employs workers at a rate 3.1 times the regional average. Conversely, mining represents a minor share of employment at 2.6%, compared to 11.7% across the rest of the region. A comparison between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local employment opportunities within the immediate area are relatively limited.

AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS information compiled from wider statistical regions for the period ending March 2026 and found that the labour force shrank by 5.2% while employment fell by 8.0%, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 2.8 percentage points. In comparison, Regional WA experienced a 0.1% drop in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labour force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia published national employment forecasts in May-25 that can help clarify future job demand in Moora. These outlooks span five and ten year intervals and were overlaid on Moora’s current employment structure to project growth trends. The national forecasts anticipate employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sectoral growth varies considerably. When these industry adjustments are applied to Moora’s existing employment base, the area is projected to see employment rise by 5.6% over five years and by 11.9% over ten years, keeping in mind that this is a basic weighting exercise for demonstration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Taxpayer records from the ATO for financial year 2023 show a median income of $46,955 and an average income of $58,647 in the postcode area containing Moora. These figures are below national baselines, contrasting with Regional WA's median of $59,973 and average of $74,392. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% recorded since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $52,087 for the median and $65,057 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, local incomes across household, family, and individual categories are modest, falling between the 25th and 37th percentiles. The primary income group is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, accounting for 31.1% of residents (585 people), which matches the wider region's proportion of 31.1%. Residents retain 89.7% of their income after housing costs, showing manageable debt loads, though overall disposable income ranks in the 34th percentile.

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

According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Moora consisted of 90.8% standalone houses and 9.2% alternative housing types such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 88.5% houses and 11.6% other options across Regional WA. The level of outright home ownership stood at 39.5%, which is significantly higher than the Regional WA average, while the remaining homes were occupied by households with a mortgage (32.0%) or tenants (28.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,016 was much lower than the Regional WA average of $1,560, and the median weekly rent was $230 compared to the regional figure of $265. At a national level, Moora's mortgage costs are substantially lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are well below the national median of $375.

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

Families comprise the majority of households at 64.5%, which includes 22.2% couples with children, 28.4% couples without children, and 12.1% single-parent homes. The remaining 35.5% consists of non-family households, with single-person homes making up 31.9% and group living situations representing 2.7%. The typical household size is 2.3 individuals, slightly below the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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

The region records lower levels of higher education, with university graduation rates at 12.6%, well below the national benchmark of 30.4%. This gap highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 39.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (6.1%) and certificate-level qualifications (32.9%).

Educational enrolment is strong, with 31.7% of the local population actively participating in studies. This student cohort includes 12.4% attending secondary schools, 12.2% in primary schools, and 1.5% enrolled in higher education programs.

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

Analysis of transit options indicates 1 active public transport stop within Moora, consisting of bus services. This stop is served by 1 individual route, which provides a total of 8 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is low, with residents living an average of 952 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 90%, while 7% of residents walk to work. Households average 1.5 vehicles. A minor 5.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

Service frequency averages 1 trip per day across the available network, which translates to approximately 8 weekly trips per transport stop.

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

Health assessments indicate notable challenges based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across multiple age brackets, combined with a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 50% of the population (~950 people). This rate falls below the Regional WA average of 56.4% and the national baseline of 55.7%.

Arthritis and mental health challenges are the most frequently reported medical issues, affecting 9.3% and 8.6% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 64.8% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 69.3% across Regional WA. The working-age cohort faces notable health strains, with higher rates of ongoing medical issues. Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.7% of the population (408 people), which exceeds the Regional WA average of 19.2%. Senior citizens in the area enjoy favorable health outcomes, ranking higher relative to national benchmarks than the general population.

Moora is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity metrics are below average, with citizenship at 82.9%, Australian-born residents at 88.1%, and monolingual English speakers at 95.7% of the population. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, representing 52.9% of the local population, compared to 44.6% across Regional WA.

With respect to family heritage, the three largest ancestry groups are Australian (32.1%), English (30.6%), and Australian Aboriginal (11.2%), with the Aboriginal proportion significantly exceeding the Regional WA average of 6.1%. Other groups show notable representation patterns: Dutch heritage accounts for 2.3% of the population (compared to 1.5% regionally), Maori ancestry is at 1.1% (compared to 1.0%), and New Zealand heritage is at 0.7% (compared to 0.9%).

Moora's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age of 42 years in Moora is slightly higher than the Regional WA average of 40 and older than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional WA, the local area has a larger proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (13.0%) but fewer residents aged 35 - 44 (9.7%). Since the 2021 Census, children aged 0 to 4 have increased from 5.3% to 6.9% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 11.5% to 12.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group declined from 14.0% to 12.4%, and the 55 to 64 cohort dropped from 14.2% to 13.0%. Looking toward 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age profile, led by a 28% increase in the 25 to 34 cohort (adding 67 people to grow from 240 to 308), while the 65 to 74 and 85+ brackets are expected to experience population declines.