Suburb profile · Rest of WA
Moora (WA) has an estimated 1,875 residents, up 6.8% since the 2021 Census, with 88 projects tracked in the area around Moora (WA).
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Moora (WA) lies 146 kilometres north of the Perth CBD in Western Australia. As of Aug 2026, its population is estimated at around 1,875, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts (ERP meaning Estimated Resident Population), which are released yearly, alongside national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 120 people (6.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 1,755 people.
Several features shape the local picture, including affordable housing options, above-average numbers of children per family, and notable employment in wholesale trade, utilities, education and agriculture. Residents tend to be older than in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 42, and the area generally has lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels. Population growth has been limited. The town is known for its wildflower routes and Wheatbelt surroundings, with rolling countryside and diverse native flora offering an authentic rural experience.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Moora (WA) lies 146 kilometres north of the Perth CBD in Western Australia. As of Aug 2026, its population is estimated at around 1,875, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts (ERP meaning Estimated Resident Population), which are released yearly, alongside national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 120 people (6.8%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 1,755 people.
Several features shape the local picture, including affordable housing options, above-average numbers of children per family, and notable employment in wholesale trade, utilities, education and agriculture. Residents tend to be older than in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 42, and the area generally has lower education levels and lower-quartile income levels. Population growth has been limited. The town is known for its wildflower routes and Wheatbelt surroundings, with rolling countryside and diverse native flora offering an authentic rural experience.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,848 in 2006 and 1,874 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 1,875 (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, 13.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.1%.
Moora (WA) ranks in the 39th percentile nationally for development activity and the 27th for infrastructure drivers.
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 Moora (WA) is $450 a week, up 7.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 33% below Regional WA.
33% below Regional WA on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $450 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Wheat Belt - North | $497 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wheat Belt - North, over 12 months | +14.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 88 projects in and around Moora (WA), 34 of them under construction.
A new 64-kilometre section of the Great Northern Highway, bypassing the town of Bindoon. This project aims to improve travel times, road safety, and freight efficiency, enabling access for triple road trains to travel the entire length of the corridor down to Muchea. The project is jointly funded by the Australian Federal and State Governments.
Largest single urban development project in Perth. Ultimate population of 155,000 residents by 2058, featuring residential, commercial, industrial, and tourism developments along the coastal corridor.
Expansion of Yanchep Golf Estate with additional residential lots, clubhouse upgrades and course improvements. Premium golfing destination in Perth's north.
A rural living estate located in Lower Chittering, offering 2 to 10 hectare lots. The estate is characterised by green rolling hills and stunning views, promoting a tranquil lifestyle approximately an hour north of the Perth CBD.
Masterplanned coastal house-and-land estate in Two Rocks, north of Yanchep. Ongoing staged construction and land releases with more than 4 km of coastline, 40 hectares of parklands, local shopping centre with IGA, medical centre, childcare, Two Rocks Primary School and Atlantis Beach Baptist College. Features affordable land packages.
Rural residential estate east of Two Rocks delivering 1 ha to 1.7 ha lots with underground power, scheme water, sealed roads and NBN readiness. Guided by City of Wanneroo ASP 53 for Lot 202, the estate yield has increased from 169 to about 175 rural residential lots via amendments, with stages progressively completed.
The Two Rocks Marina upgrade project delivered essential safety, accessibility, and infrastructure improvements, including new floating jetties, breakwater enhancements, and southern foreshore landscaping.
Co-educational independent Baptist school in Two Rocks, opened in 2017 and now serving K-12. Campus noted for off-grid sustainability using solar and battery systems; provides modern learning facilities and a safe, caring environment.
Proposed industrial estate within the Two Rocks strategic employment area to provide industrial and light manufacturing lots supporting logistics, trades, warehousing and regional employment growth. The project remains an approved employment land initiative with staged delivery expected to align with demand and broader growth across the northern corridor.
Ridgeview Estate is a boutique rural house and land estate on Morley Road in Lower Chittering, delivering 18 lifestyle lots from about 2ha to nearly 10ha with hillside views, river access and natural bushland.
Satterley residential land estate in Yanchep, marketed as a private coastal community close to Yanchep Lagoon, Yanchep National Park, Yanchep Central, Yanchep Train Station and the Mitchell Freeway extension.
New primary school serving Kindergarten to Year 6 with capacity for 430 students. Features modern learning spaces, arts facilities, and specialist programs including Auslan.
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Estimated completion year of the 39 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 11, 2027 7, 2028 9, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 4, 2036 1. 9 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 5 | ABS building approvals | 12th percentile nationally |
Currently, there are limited major infrastructure and planning changes identified for Moora in the available data.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of Moora encompass various sectors supporting community growth and economic development.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of Moora, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Moora currently ranks below national averages at the 8th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Moora compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Moora area has seen 15 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Moora's current population of 1,875 has been supported by 5 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Moora has seen 2.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 250 people in the suburb of Moora, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Moora's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 5, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Moora has grown by approximately 62 people, while 26 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Moora has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,875 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,755 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 120 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 360.96 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Moora was estimated to be approximately 1,875 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,874 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of moora has added approximately 120 people and shown a 6.84% increase from the 1,755 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Moora is estimated at 5 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Moora has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Moora is driven by: Natural increase (53.0%), Overseas migration (47.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 53.0% of overall population gains.
Moora's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.8% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Moora at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Moora is 2 years older than the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 years) and 4 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 Moora compared to the Regional WA region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 13.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Moora compared to the Regional WA region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 9.1% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Moora is broadly in line with Regional WA.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.5% of the population in the suburb of Moora as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.6% of the population in the suburb of Moora as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 78% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,346 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $59,563 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,371 | 2021 Census, weekly | 25th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $743 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 15.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,823 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Moora is approximately $53,890. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,346.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Moora is approximately $63,756. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $59,563.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Moora is approximately $53,890 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,346 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Moora is approximately $63,756 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,563 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Moora's households (~31.2% / 196 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Moora is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.2% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Moora is $1,371/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Moora is $1,823/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Moora is $743/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Moora had a median income among taxpayers of $50,346 with the average level standing at $59,563. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $62,873 and $78,328 across Regional WA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $53,890 (median) and $63,756 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Moora is $5,332 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of moora's disposable income is $5,332 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Moora face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 913 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,444 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 972 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Moora has approximately 913 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Moora stands at 6.1%, which is 2.6 percentage points above Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Moora is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (13.7% of employment), education & training (12.6%), and health care & social assistance (9.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Moora has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Moora is 64.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional WA average of 65.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional WA.
The suburb of moora shows notable specialisation in wholesale trade, which employs 6.9% of the local workforce compared to 2.2% across Regional WA. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of moora's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Moora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 12.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 48.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
12.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Moora have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
48.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Moora have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of moora ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Moora are: Certificate (32.9%), Bachelor Degree (9.0%), Advanced Diploma (6.1%).
31.7% of the population in the suburb of Moora is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.2% in primary school, 12.4% in secondary school, 1.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Moora is 906, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Moora, with a combined enrollment of approximately 428 students.
The suburb of moora includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Moora features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 629 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 672 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Moora had 629 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.8% to an estimated 672 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Moora is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.9%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (1.1%).
Of the 403 family households, couples with children account for 22.2% of all households, couples without children at home 28.4%, and single parent families 12.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Moora shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.1% compared to 69.8% in Regional WA. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Moora have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.1% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 31.9% of all households in the suburb of Moora, similar to the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.7% of households, in line with the Regional WA average of 2.8%.
Moora is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.7% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
Moora was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.9% of its population being citizens, 88.1% born in Australia, and 95.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Moora was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.9% of people in Moora. This compares to 44.6% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Moora are Australian, comprising 32.1% of the population, English, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Australian Aboriginal, comprising 11.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional WA's 6.1%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 2.3% of Moora (vs 1.5% across Regional WA), Maori at 1.1% (vs 1.0%) and New Zealand at 0.7% (vs 0.9%).
11.9% of the suburb of Moora population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
4.3% of the population in the suburb of Moora speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
11.2% of the suburb of Moora population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
82.9% of the suburb of Moora population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Moora 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 | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 39.5% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 90.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,016 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $230 | 2021 Census, weekly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 5th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Moora, 39.5% of homes are owned outright, 32.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 90.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Moora are houses.
In the suburb of Moora, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Moora stands at 39.5%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Moora is $1,016, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Moora is $609, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Moora, households with mortgages typically spend 17.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Moora is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Moora shows mortgage holders spending 17.1% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 16.8% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Moora consists of 90.8% detached houses, 7.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 1.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Moora consumes approximately 10.3% of median household income ($5,936 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Moora show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Moora is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
Around 48.9% of people in the suburb of Moora are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Moora, 5.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Moora are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.8% of the suburb of Moora population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.5% of people in the suburb of Moora have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Moora, 48.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 23 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 1st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| People per public transport stop | 1,882 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 1 public transport stops within the suburb of Moora.
The suburb of Moora has 8 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 1 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 952 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 850 m away and the nearest supermarket 1.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 1 stop nearby, 8 weekly trips, access rating 23 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 14 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 14th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 850 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 67.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 54 places in Moora (WA), about 2.4 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Moora compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Moora has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 8th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Moora (WA) is $450 a week, +7.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Moora has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Moora's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 78% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Moora face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 9% of areas assessed nationally.
Moora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Moora features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional WA.
Moora is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Moora is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Moora is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Moora (WA) has an estimated 1,875 residents, up 6.8% since the 2021 Census, with 88 projects tracked in the area around Moora (WA).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Moora (WA).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL50988). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Moora (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 Moora (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.
