Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Mount Helena has an estimated 3,831 residents, up 13.6% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in the area around Mount Helena.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Mount Helena lies 34 kilometres east-northeast from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 3,831 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 458 people (13.6%) since the 2021 Census, when 3,373 people were recorded. The area is characterised by detached housing, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable mining employment base, elevated wholesale trade employment, and a high share of married families alongside an above-average household size. Residents include a high proportion of mature people and are largely in family households; population growth is moderate.
Mount Helena's broader profile includes a strong detached housing presence and a substantial mining workforce, while its household composition is marked by married families and larger-than-average households. The suburb's population is estimated at around 3,831 as of Aug 2026, following growth since the 2021 Census.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Mount Helena lies 34 kilometres east-northeast from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 3,831 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 458 people (13.6%) since the 2021 Census, when 3,373 people were recorded. The area is characterised by detached housing, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable mining employment base, elevated wholesale trade employment, and a high share of married families alongside an above-average household size. Residents include a high proportion of mature people and are largely in family households; population growth is moderate.
Mount Helena's broader profile includes a strong detached housing presence and a substantial mining workforce, while its household composition is marked by married families and larger-than-average households. The suburb's population is estimated at around 3,831 as of Aug 2026, following growth since the 2021 Census.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,054 in 2006 and 3,776 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,831 (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, 15%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.9%.
Mount Helena ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 73rd for income.
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 Mount Helena is $770 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Greater Perth.
11% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $770 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mundaring | $678 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $696 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $687 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 20 projects in and around Mount Helena, 5 of them under construction.
EastLink WA is a long-term corridor project that will provide a safer and more efficient route between Perth and Northam. Planning and development for the full corridor has been completed, including the Ultimate Design Concept and land protection requirements.
A proposed master-planned townsite with approximately 1,500 lots. The project aims to create a sustainable land development with services including roads, water, sewer, telecommunications, and power. The land is currently for sale and seeking a developer.
Upgrades to the Gidgegannup Showgrounds including the hall, Burgo's bar, paving, car park, toilets, and arena. The project also includes a new sports pavilion, an advanced skate park, and remodelled BMX jumps.
The Gidgegannup Showgrounds is a significant community asset. The Showgrounds playspace will be renewed by 2024. This project is for the public art component of the renewal.
Swan View Rise is a DevelopmentWA residential subdivision planned to deliver around 150 new house-and-land lots in the established suburb of Swan View, just off Talbot Road.
The Vines Swan View is a boutique house and land estate by LWP Property Group, delivering about 120 residential lots on an elevated site off Marlborough Road in Swan View with views across the Swan Valley and Perth Hills. Civil works and home construction are underway, with lots being released and built out progressively through to around 2026.
Altrove Swan View is a completed master planned residential estate by Satterley in the Perth Hills, delivering around 400 house and land lots with local parks, walking trails and convenient access to the Swan View town centre and nearby services.
A masterplanned residential estate of 794 lots set amongst 185 hectares of retained native bushland on the former Bushmead Rifle Range site, 16km from Perth CBD.
Bloom Maida Vale is a boutique land estate nestled in an established suburb growing in popularity with a new generation. It offers opportunities to build new homes embracing natural beauty with large retained trees and the historic charm of life in the foothills.
The Hales is a fully sold-out residential estate nestled in the heart of Forrestfield, 15km east of the Perth CBD. The 28-hectare estate delivered 418 homesites designed around existing native Marri and Jarrah trees and Crumpet Creek. Features include landscaped parks, two playgrounds, a fenced dog park, and generous public open space strips.
Master-planned residential estate delivering 2,500 single residential lots over approximately 14 years in Bullsbrook, north-east of Perth. The estate features retained natural bushland, the Ki-it Monger Brook creek corridor, elevated homesites with Darling Scarp views, and 41ha of public open space.
Multi-stage residential development by DJ MacCormick. Stage 5 recently released with blocks 325-450sqm, prices from $171k. Walking distance to Bullsbrook College, new daycare centre nearby.
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Estimated completion year of the 7 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 2, 2027 1, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 1. 5 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 1.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 6 | ABS building approvals | 13th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Mount Helena include: EastLink WA (Planning); METRONET (Completed); METRONET High Capacity Signalling Program (Construction); and WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Key infrastructure sectors impacting the suburb of Mount Helena include Transport & Logistics and Telecommunications.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Mount Helena currently ranks below national averages at the 18th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Mount Helena when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mount Helena area has seen 28 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mount Helena's current population of 3,831 has been supported by 6 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Mount Helena has seen 1.5 approvals 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 266 people in the suburb of Mount Helena, 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 Mount Helena's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 6, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Mount Helena has grown by approximately 359 people, while 28 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 12.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Mount Helena 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 | 3,831 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 132 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.0% | 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 | 3,373 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 458 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 29.09 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mount Helena was estimated to be approximately 3,831 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,776 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Mount Helena has added approximately 458 people and shown a 13.58% increase from the 3,373 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mount Helena is estimated at 132 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mount Helena has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mount Helena is driven by: Overseas migration (41.0%), Interstate migration (36.0%), Natural increase (24.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 41.0% of overall population gains.
Mount Helena's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.8% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Mount Helena at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Mount Helena is 4 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 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 Mount Helena compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 15.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mount Helena compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 10.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Mount Helena show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (15.0% vs 10.6%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (10.1% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.5% of the population in the suburb of Mount Helena as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.3% of the population in the suburb of Mount Helena as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,965 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,537 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,941 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $824 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,195 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mount Helena is approximately $70,609. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,965.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mount Helena is approximately $91,559. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,537.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mount Helena is approximately $70,609 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,965 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mount Helena is approximately $91,559 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,537 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mount Helena's households (~32.9% / 380 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mount Helena is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.9% 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 Mount Helena is $1,941/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mount Helena is $2,195/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mount Helena is $824/wk.
The suburb of Mount Helena's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Mount Helena's median income among taxpayers is $65,965 and the average income stands at $85,537, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,609 (median) and $91,559 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mount Helena is $7,112 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Mount Helena's disposable income is $7,112 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Mount Helena significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,112 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,235 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,174 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mount Helena has approximately 2,112 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Mount Helena stands at 2.9%, which is 1.3 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 Mount Helena is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (12.5% of employment), mining (10.7%), and construction (10.1%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 33.3% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mount Helena 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 Mount Helena is 70.6%, 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 Mount Helena shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 10.7% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Mount Helena'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.
Educational attainment in Mount Helena sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
18.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mount Helena have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
36.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mount Helena have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Mount Helena ranks in the 47th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mount Helena are: Certificate (33.5%), Bachelor Degree (12.6%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
30.5% of the population in the suburb of Mount Helena is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Mount Helena is 989, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Mount Helena, with a combined enrollment of approximately 958 students.
The suburb of Mount Helena includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Mount Helena features high concentrations of family households and couples without children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,154 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,311 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mount Helena had 1,154 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.6% to an estimated 1,311 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mount Helena is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.4%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 929 family households, couples with children account for 36.9% of all households, couples without children at home 31.8%, and single parent families 11.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Mount Helena shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.5% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.4% 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 Mount Helena have an average of 1.8 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 52.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.5% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 17.4% of all households in the suburb of Mount Helena, 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 2.0% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Mount Helena ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Mount Helena was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 78.2% of its population born in Australia, 89.4% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mount Helena, at 36.2% of people, although more residents (62.2%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mount Helena are English, comprising 35.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 27.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Scottish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Mount Helena (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Dutch at 2.1% (vs 1.5%) and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.7%).
21.8% of the suburb of Mount Helena population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
4.0% of the population in the suburb of Mount Helena speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.2% of the suburb of Mount Helena population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
89.4% of the suburb of Mount Helena population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mount Helena 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 | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.4% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,048 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 55.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $380 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th 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 | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mount Helena, 34.5% of homes are owned outright, 55.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 10.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Mount Helena are houses.
In the suburb of Mount Helena, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mount Helena stands at 34.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mount Helena is $2,048, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mount Helena is $1,299, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mount Helena, households with mortgages typically spend 24.3% 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 Mount Helena is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mount Helena shows mortgage holders spending 24.3% 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 Mount Helena consists of 99.4% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mount Helena consumes approximately 15.5% of median household income ($8,405 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mount Helena show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 99% 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.
Mount Helena's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.0% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Around 59.4% of people in the suburb of Mount Helena are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Mount Helena, 4.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
8.7% of people in the suburb of Mount Helena are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the suburb of Mount Helena population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of Mount Helena have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mount Helena, 59.4% 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 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 | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 50 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 82 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 75 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 50 public transport stops within the suburb of Mount Helena.
The suburb of Mount Helena has 82 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 11 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 574 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 1.5 km away and the nearest child care centre 1.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 50 stops nearby, 82 weekly trips, access rating 32 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 5 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 5th percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 5.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 17.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 17.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 19.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Mount Helena when compared nationally.
Mount Helena has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mount Helena is $770 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Mount Helena has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Mount Helena's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Mount Helena significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Educational attainment in Mount Helena sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Mount Helena features high concentrations of family households and couples without children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Mount Helena ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mount Helena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mount Helena's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low 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.
Mount Helena has an estimated 3,831 residents, up 13.6% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in the area around Mount Helena.
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 Mount Helena.
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 (SAL51016). 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 Mount Helena 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 Mount Helena 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.
