Newman

Newman has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Newman statistical area (Lv2) is around 6,817, reflecting an increase of 361 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of approximately 5.6%, with the population in 2021 being reported as 6,456. AreaSearch's estimate is based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024) and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 0.30 persons per square kilometer. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, primarily driving population growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopts 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 to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the Newman (SA2) is expected to increase by approximately 834 persons to reach a total population of around 7,651 by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of about 14.5% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Newman, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Newman's dwelling approvals averaged less than one annually between 2016 and 2020, with a total of three dwellings approved over this period. This minimal construction activity is characteristic of Newman's rural nature, where development tends to be driven by specific local housing needs rather than broader market demand. The small sample size means that individual projects can significantly influence annual growth and relativity statistics.

Newman has notably lower development levels compared to the Rest of WA, with its development pattern also well below national averages. All approved dwellings were standalone homes, predominantly family homes suited for those seeking a rural lifestyle and space. As of 2021, the estimated population per dwelling approval in Newman is approximately 6960 people.

Newman has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Newman Solar Farm Development, Newman Education Precinct Upgrade, Newman Health Campus, and Newman Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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The labour market in Newman shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Newman has a skilled workforce with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominently represented. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, indicating strong employment stability over the past year based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 4737 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.4% below Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%. Workforce participation in Newman stands at 68.3%, surpassing Rest of WA's 59.4%. Dominant employment sectors include mining, construction, and accommodation & food services. Notably, mining employs four times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.8% of local workers, below Rest of WA's 9.3%.

The ratio of 0.8 workers per resident at the Census indicates higher-than-average employment opportunities locally. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 0.4%, and labour force grew by 0.3%, keeping unemployment broadly stable. In contrast, Rest of WA saw employment rise by 1.4% and unemployment fall by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand in Newman. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Newman's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 4.4% over five years and 10.7% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Newman had a median income among taxpayers of $89,903. The average income stood at $101,843. This is exceptionally high nationally compared to levels of $59,973 and $74,392 across Rest of WA respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $98,552 (median) and $111,640 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in Newman, between the 96th and 99th percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 37.4% of the population fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, which is higher than the surrounding region's 31.1%. The area demonstrates considerable affluence with 50.0% earning over $3,000 per week. After housing costs, residents retain 96.2% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power.

Newman is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Newman, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 93.6% houses and 6.3% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro WA had 76.2% houses and 23.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Newman was at 6.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 6.4% and rented dwellings at 86.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Newman was $1,083, below Non-Metro WA's average of $1,480. Median weekly rent in Newman was $110, compared to Non-Metro WA's $180. Nationally, Newman's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Newman has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 71.4% of all households, including 40.2% couples with children, 23.7% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.6%, with lone person households at 25.2% and group households accounting for 2.9%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of WA.

Educational outcomes in Newman fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 17.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 54.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (44.5%).

Educational participation is high, with 39.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 17.3% in primary, 9.0% in secondary, and 3.2% in tertiary education.

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Newman's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Newman demonstrates excellent health outcomes across all age groups, with a low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 68% of Newman's total population (4,610 people) has private health cover, compared to 70.9% in the Rest of WA and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.0%) and mental health issues (5.5%), with 82.5% of residents reporting no medical ailments, compared to 80.7% in the Rest of WA.

Newman has 2.5% of residents aged 65 and over (170 people), lower than the 3.6% in the Rest of WA. Senior health outcomes are strong and align with the general population's health profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Newman was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Newman has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 18.2% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 31.3% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Newman, comprising 37.9% of its population. Notably, Buddhism is overrepresented in Newman at 2.0%, compared to 1.6% across Rest of WA.

The top three ancestry groups in Newman are English (25.5%), Australian (23.3%), and Other (10.1%). There are also significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 3.3%, compared to 2.7% regionally, New Zealand at 1.5% versus 1.3%, and Australian Aboriginal at 8.3% versus 14.8%.

Newman's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Newman's median age in 2021 was 32 years, which is younger than the Rest of WA's median age of 40 and considerably younger than the national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years showed strong representation at 24.8% compared to the Rest of WA, while the 65-74 cohort was less prevalent at 2.2%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is well above the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and the present, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 20.1% to 22.8%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 23.5% to 24.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has declined from 12.4% to 10.3%. Population forecasts for Newman indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by 482 people (29%) from 1,690 to 2,173. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 75-84 and 55-64 cohorts.