Mount Helena

An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Helena reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Mount Helena's population is estimated at around 3,592 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 219 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,373. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,526 residents following examination of ABS data released in June 2024 and 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 123 persons per square kilometer. Overseas migration contributed approximately 41.0% to population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch utilises ABS growth rates by age cohort from its Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends indicate a median increase, with the Mount Helena statistical area expected to grow by 339 persons to 2041, reflecting a 9.5% increase over 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Mount Helena shows approximately 13 dwellings receiving development approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling around 66 homes. As of FY26, four approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25 has resulted in an average of 2.8 new residents annually, indicating solid demand supporting property values.

New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $629,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Compared to Greater Perth, Mount Helena has 16.0% less new development per person and ranks in the 30th percentile nationally for areas assessed, leading to relatively constrained buyer choice and interest in existing dwellings. All new construction has been detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 551 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. Mount Helena is projected to grow by 342 residents by 2041, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Mount Helena has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

No changes can influence an area's performance more than alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that could potentially impact the area. Key projects include EastLink WA, METRONET, METRONET High Capacity Signalling Program, and WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, with the following list outlining those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Mount Helena well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Mount Helena has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, lower than Greater Perth's 4.0%.

Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 1.7%. As of September 2025, there are 2,022 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Perth's rate. Workforce participation in Mount Helena is 62.8%, slightly lower than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, mining, and construction.

Mining shows particularly strong specialization, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 5.1% compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 1.7%, labour force increased by 2.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate at 4.6% compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Mount Helena. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Mount Helena's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Mount Helena's median income among taxpayers is $57,550, with an average of $75,151. This compares to Greater Perth's median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $63,086 (median) and $82,381 (average) as of September 2025. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data for 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Mount Helena cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Distribution shows that 32.9% of locals (1,181 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to regional levels where 32.0% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 15.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 62nd percentile nationally. Mount Helena's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Mount Helena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Mount Helena's dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.4% houses and 0.6% other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and others. This is compared to Perth metro's 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mount Helena stood at 34.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.0% and rented ones at 10.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,048, higher than Perth metro's $1,950. The median weekly rent was $380, compared to Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Mount Helena's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Mount Helena features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.8% of all households, including 36.9% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 11.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.2%, with lone person households at 17.4% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Mount Helena aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 18.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 45.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 33.5%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 10.9% in primary, 9.8% in secondary, and 3.7% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in primary education, 9.8% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Mount Helena has 50 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together offer 82 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 574 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 11 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately one weekly trip per individual stop.

Mount Helena's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Mount Helena's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks.

Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a fairly standard level. The rate of private health cover is very high, approximately 57% of the total population (~2,048 people). Mental health issues impact 8.8% of residents, while asthma affects 8.7%. A total of 68.2% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.2% across Greater Perth. The area has 19.0% of residents aged 65 and over (682 people), lower than the 21.2% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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's population showed low cultural diversity, with 78.2% born in Australia and 89.4% being citizens. Most residents spoke English only at home (96.0%). Christianity was the dominant religion (36.2%).

Judaism was not represented (0.0%), compared to Greater Perth's 0.1%. The top three ancestral groups were English (35.2%), Australian (27.9%), and Scottish (8.6%). Notable differences included New Zealanders at 1.3% in Mount Helena versus 0.9% regionally, Dutch at 2.1% compared to 2.0%, and Welsh at 0.7% versus 0.9%.

Mount Helena's median age exceeds the national pattern

Mount Helena's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and slightly above Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth's average, Mount Helena has a notably higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (15.0% locally) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.6%). As per the 2021 Census, the population aged 75 to 84 grew from 4.5% to 6.2%, while those aged 35 to 44 increased from 12.6% to 13.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 decreased from 10.7% to 9.6%, and those aged 45 to 54 dropped from 13.9% to 12.8%. Demographic modeling indicates that Mount Helena's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to grow by 71%, adding 157 residents to reach 380. The population aged 65 and older is expected to represent 82% of this growth, while declines are anticipated for the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups.