Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Mount Lawley has an estimated 13,090 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Mount Lawley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 2.7 kilometres north-northeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Mount Lawley has an estimated resident population (ERP) of approximately 13,090 as of Aug 2026. This figure reflects an expansion of 1,762 people (15.6%) since the 2021 Census count of 11,328, underpinned by above-average population density and substantial growth drivers.
Socioeconomic conditions within the suburb of Mount Lawley are characterised by high levels of income and an exceptionally well-educated population base.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 2.7 kilometres north-northeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Mount Lawley has an estimated resident population (ERP) of approximately 13,090 as of Aug 2026. This figure reflects an expansion of 1,762 people (15.6%) since the 2021 Census count of 11,328, underpinned by above-average population density and substantial growth drivers.
Socioeconomic conditions within the suburb of Mount Lawley are characterised by high levels of income and an exceptionally well-educated population base.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,530 in 2006 and 12,999 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,090 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 19.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.5%.
Mount Lawley ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education and the 90th for amenities.
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 Lawley is $655 a week, up 4.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 9% below Greater Perth.
9% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 |
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Status of the 164 tracked applications: 109 approved, 1 under assessment, 54 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Mount Lawley (3 under construction) and 107 more in the surrounding area.
Nine-storey mixed-use precinct in North Perth by Celsius Property Group, with 108 apartments, ground-floor and second-storey commercial…
An 8-storey mixed-use redevelopment of the former Brownes Dairy site, featuring 117 residential apartments.
West Residences is a boutique eight-storey apartment and ground-floor retail development by Willing Property at 141 West Parade, Mt Lawley.
Expansion of St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital featuring a new seven-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU), increased theatre capacity, and…
Seven Art Deco-inspired luxury townhomes at 785 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley, developed by Big Sky Developments.
An intersection safety upgrade at Clifton Crescent and Second Avenue in Mount Lawley.
Comprehensive redevelopment of the 18.6-hectare former ECU Mount Lawley campus into a connected, inclusive and sustainable mixed-use…
A 23 million AUD four-storey social housing development in Inglewood, featuring 50 apartments (including 42 one-bedroom units and 1 studio)…
Redevelopment planning and enabling works for the 8.5 hectare heritage-listed East Perth Power Station precinct, bounded by East Parade…
Local Planning Scheme No. 2 (LPS2) is the primary statutory framework regulating land use and development within the City of Vincent.
A mixed-use commercial redevelopment on a 1.01-hectare amalgamated site at 533-545 Newcastle Street in West Perth, within the Pickle…
A 29-storey build-to-rent development in the Perth CBD delivering 219 apartments.
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Estimated completion year of the 64 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 17, 2027 18, 2028 10, 2029 6, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 2, 2035 2, 2036 5. 8 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 164 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mount Lawley over the past 5 years, 48 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 39, 2023 22, 2024 31, 2025 22, 2026 (to Oct) 47.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 164 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 48 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 109 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Mount Lawley include: Smith Street Build-to-Rent Project (Construction); Little Italy (Planning); Beaufort Street Social & Affordable Housing Development (Construction); City of Vincent Local Planning Scheme No. 2 and Precinct Guidelines (Approved); and Maylands Town Centre Revitalisation (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Mount Lawley spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mount Lawley among the top 22% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Mount Lawley area has seen 107 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Mount Lawley's current population of 13,090 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Mount Lawley has seen 3.3 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 240 people in the suburb of Mount Lawley, 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 Lawley's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 40, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley has grown by approximately 1,238 people, while 199 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.2 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Lawley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,090 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,014 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,328 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,762 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.34 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Mount Lawley was estimated to be approximately 13,090 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,999 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Mount Lawley has added approximately 1,762 people and shown a 15.55% increase from the 11,328 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Mount Lawley is estimated at 3,016 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Mount Lawley is driven by: Overseas migration (86.0%), Natural increase (14.000000000000002%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 86.0% of overall population gains.
Mount Lawley's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.0% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | 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 Lawley at 37 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Mount Lawley is equal to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Mount Lawley compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 19.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Mount Lawley compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 8.7% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Mount Lawley is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.9% of the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.4% of the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $72,744 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $109,437 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,108 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,127 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 35.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,162 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is approximately $77,865. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $72,744.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is approximately $117,141. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $109,437.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is approximately $77,865 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,744 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is approximately $117,141 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $109,437 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Mount Lawley's households (~27.5% / 1,288 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Mount Lawley is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.5% 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 Lawley is $2,108/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is $3,162/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is $1,127/wk.
The suburb of Mount Lawley shows a median taxpayer income of $72,744 and an average of $109,437 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is among the top percentile nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $77,865 (median) and $117,141 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Mount Lawley is $7,857 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Mount Lawley's disposable income is $7,857 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Mount Lawley has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,875 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,720 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,316 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Mount Lawley has approximately 7,875 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Mount Lawley stands at 5.3%, which is 1.1 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. 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 Mount Lawley is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (15.3% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.5%), and education & training (9.8%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Mount Lawley 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 Lawley is 73.4%, 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 Lawley shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 15.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Mount Lawley's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Mount Lawley demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 33.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 50.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
50.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mount Lawley have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
25.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Mount Lawley have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Mount Lawley ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Mount Lawley are: Bachelor Degree (33.7%), Certificate (13.3%), Postgraduate (12.1%).
30.2% of the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.5% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 11.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Mount Lawley is 1135, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Mount Lawley, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,643 students.
The suburb of Mount Lawley includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Mount Lawley features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 34.4% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,681 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,409 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 59.7% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Mount Lawley had 4,681 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.6% to an estimated 5,409 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Mount Lawley is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (34.4%), group households (5.9%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 2,795 family households, couples with children account for 23.7% of all households, couples without children at home 28.1%, and single parent families 6.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Mount Lawley shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 34.4% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 59.7% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Mount Lawley have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 45.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 34.4% of all households in the suburb of Mount Lawley, higher 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 5.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mount Lawley was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.3% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.4% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.7% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Mount Lawley was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 17.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 33.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mount Lawley, at 41.0% of people, although more residents (52.6%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.0% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mount Lawley are English, comprising 26.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Mount Lawley (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%) and Italian at 7.0% (vs 4.2%).
33.3% of the suburb of Mount Lawley population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
17.6% of the population in the suburb of Mount Lawley speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.6% of the suburb of Mount Lawley population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.8% of the suburb of Mount Lawley population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mount Lawley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 37.4% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 52.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 19.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Mount Lawley, 30.3% of homes are owned outright, 32.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 37.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 52.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Mount Lawley are houses.
In the suburb of Mount Lawley, 27.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 19.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Mount Lawley stands at 30.3%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Mount Lawley is $2,200, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Mount Lawley is $1,277, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Mount Lawley, households with mortgages typically spend 24.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Mount Lawley is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Mount Lawley shows mortgage holders spending 24.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.6% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Mount Lawley consists of 52.6% detached houses, 19.7% semi-detached dwellings, 27.6% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mount Lawley consumes approximately 14.0% of median household income ($9,128 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 Lawley show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 47% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 53% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Mount Lawley's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 69.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
Around 69.0% of people in the suburb of Mount Lawley are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Mount Lawley, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the suburb of Mount Lawley are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the suburb of Mount Lawley population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Mount Lawley have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Mount Lawley, 69.0% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,847 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 266 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 24 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the suburb of Mount Lawley.
The suburb of Mount Lawley has 5,847 weekly trips across 24 routes, averaging 835 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 198 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 343 m away and the nearest pharmacy 423 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 5,847 weekly trips, access rating 82 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 90th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 343 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 445 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 478 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 494 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 543 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 562 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 730 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 751 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mount Lawley among the top 22% of areas assessed nationwide.
Mount Lawley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 46% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mount Lawley is $655 a week, +4.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Lawley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Mount Lawley's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 81% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Mount Lawley has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Mount Lawley demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Mount Lawley features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mount Lawley was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mount Lawley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mount Lawley's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mount Lawley has an estimated 13,090 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Mount Lawley.
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 Lawley.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Apr 2026. 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 (SAL51021). 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), infrastructure projects (Apr 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Lawley 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 Lawley 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.
