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Population
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Richon reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Mount Richon's population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 2,220 people. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 2,067 people, representing a growth of 153 individuals (7.4%). The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch is 2,202, based on examination of the June 2024 ABS ERP data release and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,032 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Mount Richon's growth rate since the census (7.4%) is within 2.3 percentage points of the national average (9.7%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Interstate migration contributed approximately 54.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.
AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) to estimate growth across all areas post-2032. Future population dynamics anticipate above median growth for statistical areas nationally, with Mount Richon projected to grow by 502 persons to reach a total of 2,722 people by 2041, reflecting an increase of 25.1% over the 17-year period.
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Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in Mount Richon according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
Mount Richon has recorded around 1 residential property granted approval per year. Approximately 6 homes were approved between Financial Year 2021 (FY-21) and FY-25, with an additional 2 approved so far in FY-26.
On average, 31.8 new residents are associated with each home built over the past five financial years. This demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average cost of $324,000. Compared to Greater Perth, Mount Richon has less development activity, reinforcing demand and pricing for existing properties. Recent building activity consists solely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban character and appealing to families seeking space.
Developers construct more detached housing than previously implied (77.0% at Census), indicating strong persistent demand for family homes amid densification trends. Mount Richon has approximately 1123 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established market. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 556 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
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Infrastructure
Mount Richon has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects likely to impact the area. Key projects are Champion Drive Precinct, Forrestdale Business Park West, METRONET Armadale Line Transformation, and Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia Facility.
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METRONET
METRONET is the largest public transport infrastructure program in Western Australia's history, expanding the Perth rail network by 72 kilometres and adding 23 new stations. As of February 2026, the program has reached substantial completion with the opening of the new Midland Station on February 22, 2026, marking the delivery of the final rail infrastructure project. Major milestones achieved include the Yanchep Rail Extension, Morley-Ellenbrook Line, Thornlie-Cockburn Link, and the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal. The program also delivered 246 locally built C-series railcars and implemented high-capacity signalling across the network.
METRONET Armadale Line Transformation
A massive rail revitalisation project in Perth's south-east that combined the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, Thornlie-Cockburn Line, and Byford Rail Extension. The project delivered seven new or rebuilt stations, replaced 13 level crossings with elevated rail, and extended the line 8km to Byford. It also created Long Park, a 7km linear green corridor with 14 community spaces including playgrounds, skate parks, and public art beneath the viaducts. The full line and new extension officially reopened for passenger services on 13 October 2025.
Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment
A comprehensive transformation of Armadale into a Strategic Metropolitan Centre. The project features the elevation of the rail line to remove level crossings, the reopening of the new elevated Armadale Station (October 2025), and the creation of the 14.8 million dollar 'Central Park' underneath the tracks. The redevelopment includes 8 hectares of new public open space, a new nature play area, waterplay, and mixed-use commercial and residential development designed to support a population growing to 150,000 by 2040.
Forrestdale Business Park West
A 178-hectare master-planned industrial estate in Perth's south-east corridor. The precinct offers general, light, and service industrial lots with high wide load access and proximity to Tonkin Highway. Major developments include the $38 million InterGrain research and development facility (scheduled for 2026 completion) and the Crossroads Industrial Estate, which represents 56 hectares of the total area. As of early 2026, over 64% of the land has been unlocked for development, supporting major tenants such as Hitachi, 7-Eleven, Western Power, and Cleanaway. The project is a key driver for economic growth in the Armadale region, projected to generate over 4,400 ongoing jobs.
Byford Rail Extension and Armadale Station Redevelopment
The Byford Rail Extension and Armadale Station Redevelopment extends the Armadale Line about 8 km south to a new ground level station in Byford and rebuilds Armadale Station as an elevated interchange. The completed project removes nine level crossings, adds new bus interchanges, parking and shared paths, and creates about eight hectares of new public open space and public art along the corridor, delivering a 46 minute rail journey from Byford to the Perth CBD.
Armadale Courthouse and Police Complex
A $88.5 million state-of-the-art courthouse and police complex officially opened in November 2023. The 14,000 square metre facility combines services previously delivered from three separate locations and can accommodate approximately 350 police officers. It features five courtrooms, pre-trial conference rooms, and separate secure facilities for victims of crime.
METRONET High Capacity Signalling Project
A decade-long, city-wide upgrade of Perth's urban rail signalling to a Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system across 500km of the Transperth network. The project implements 'moving block' technology to safely reduce the distance between trains, increasing network capacity by 40 percent. Key works include the installation of over 7,000 transponders, in-cab signalling for 125 trains, and 600+ new passenger information displays at 87 stations. The system is managed from the state-of-the-art Public Transport Operations Control Centre (PTOCC) in East Perth, which became operational in April 2025.
METRONET High Capacity Signalling Program
The High Capacity Signalling (HCS) project is a decade-long technology upgrade to Perth's rail network, replacing ageing fixed-block signalling with an advanced Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system. This 'moving block' technology uses real-time data to safely reduce the distance between trains, enabling a 40 percent increase in network capacity. The project includes the construction of a state-of-the-art Public Transport Operations Control Centre (PTOCC) in East Perth and the installation of a private Long-Term Evolution (LTE) radio network to support high-speed data transmission.
Employment
Employment performance in Mount Richon has been broadly consistent with national averages
Mount Richon has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, and there was an estimated employment growth of 2.1% over the past year.
As of September 2025, 1,137 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.0% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is lower at 56.1%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Construction shows notable concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.
Conversely, accommodation & food services have lower representation at 3.8% versus the regional average of 6.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, while labour force and unemployment remained essentially unchanged compared to Greater Perth's growth rates. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. National employment forecasts suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local projections based on Mount Richon's industry mix estimate a growth rate of 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.
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Income
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch
Mount Richon's median income among taxpayers was $41,995 in financial year 2023, according to AreaSearch data from the ATO. The suburb's average income stood at $49,275 during this period. This compares to Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Mount Richon's median income would be approximately $46,035 as of September 2025, with the average estimated at around $54,015 during this month. The 2021 Census data shows that household, family and personal incomes in Mount Richon rank modestly, between the 29th and 32nd percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 29.9% of residents earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (663 individuals), mirroring regional levels where 32.0% fall into this bracket. After housing costs, 85.6% of income remains for other expenses in Mount Richon. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
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Housing
Mount Richon is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Mount Richon's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.2% houses and 22.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 90.0% houses and 10.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mount Richon stood at 47.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.1% and rented dwellings at 10.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,817, higher than Perth metro's $1,750. The median weekly rent in Mount Richon was $300, slightly lower than Perth metro's $305. Nationally, Mount Richon's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $300 compared to the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Mount Richon has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households constitute 68.8% of all households, including 25.3% couples with children, 34.4% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.2%, with lone person households at 29.4% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.
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Local Schools & Education
The educational profile of Mount Richon exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
The area's university qualification rate is 16.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (32.4%).
A total of 23.7% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, comprising 8.1% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 3.6% in tertiary education.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Mount Richon has five active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by a single route that collectively facilitates 125 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents on average being located 397 meters from the nearest stop.
Across all routes, service frequency averages 17 trips per day, which equates to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Health performance in Mount Richon is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Mount Richon faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent among both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 1,038 people), compared to 54.4% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 10.6 and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 61.8% report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 72.1% in Greater Perth.
Mount Richon has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 29.1% (646 people), compared to 12.8% in Greater Perth.
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Cultural Diversity
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mount Richon was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Mount Richon's population showed above-average cultural diversity, with 7.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 34.7% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Mount Richon, accounting for 49.6%, compared to 42.7% across Greater Perth. The top three ancestry groups were English (36.3%), Australian (22.0%), and Scottish (8.2%).
Notably, Welsh (1.7%) and Dutch (3.6%) were overrepresented in Mount Richon compared to regional averages of 0.6% and 2.4%, respectively. South African ancestry was also slightly higher at 1.4%.
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Age
Mount Richon ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide
Mount Richon's median age is 50 years, significantly higher than Greater Perth's 37 and Australia's 38-year national average. Compared to Greater Perth, Mount Richon has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (14.7%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.4%). This 65-74 age group is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 85+ has increased from 2.8% to 3.8%, while the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 12.8% to 10.5% and the 55-64 group has dropped from 16.1% to 14.5%. By 2041, Mount Richon's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 85+ population is projected to grow by 164%, reaching 223 people from the current 84. Residents aged 65 and older will represent 73% of this growth. Conversely, the 35-44 age group is anticipated to decrease by 9 residents.