Newman

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

As of Feb 2026, the population of Newman is estimated at around 6,820, reflecting an increase of 364 people since the 2021 Census. This increase corresponds to a growth rate of 5.6%. The latest resident population estimate for Newman, as of June 2024, was 6,815, following examination of ABS ERP data and address validation post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 0.30 persons per square kilometer. Natural growth contributed roughly 53.0% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is employing 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 uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Newman's population is expected to increase by around 837 persons to reach a total of approximately 7,657 by 2041. This reflects 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 had fewer than three new dwellings approved annually between 2016 and 2020. This totals to just three dwellings over the five-year period. The low development levels reflect Newman's rural nature, where housing needs drive development rather than broad market demand.

However, the small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence annual growth statistics. Newman had substantially lower development levels compared to Rest of WA and was well below national averages during this period. All new constructions were standalone homes, primarily family homes suited for those seeking rural lifestyles. The estimated population per dwelling approval in Newman was 6960 people.

Newman has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 42ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones 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 well-represented. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%, lower than the Rest of WA's 3.3%. Employment stability has been maintained over the past year.

As of September 2025, 4,732 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.4% below the regional average and workforce participation at 86.1%, higher than Rest of WA's 67.2%. Only 2.0% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors are mining, construction, and accommodation & food services. Mining employs 4.0 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 0.8%.

The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.8, indicating ample local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 0.3% and labour force grew by 0.3%, keeping unemployment steady. In contrast, Rest of WA saw employment rise by 1.4%, labour force grow by 1.2%, and unemployment fall by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. 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

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Newman had a median taxpayer income of $89,903 and an average income of $101,843. These figures are notably higher than the national averages of $59,973 and $74,392 respectively in Rest of WA. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $98,552 (median) and $111,640 (average). According to Census 2021 income data, Newman's household, family, and personal incomes rank highly nationally, between the 96th and 99th percentiles. Income distribution shows 37.4% of Newman's population (2,550 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to the surrounding region at 31.1%. The area exhibits significant affluence with 50.0% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 96.2% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power.

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

Newman's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.6% houses and 6.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro WA's 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Newman was at 6.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 6.4% and rented ones at 86.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, lower than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,560. Median weekly rent in Newman was recorded at $110, compared to Non-Metro WA's $265. Nationally, Newman's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Newman has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 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 constitute the remaining 28.6%, with lone person households at 25.2% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

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 Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both challenges and opportunities 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 prevalent, with 54.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 10.4% and certificates for 44.5%.

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

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

The level of general health in Newman is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Newman shows better-than-average health results. AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence indicates low occurrences of common health issues among both young and elderly cohorts. Approximately 68% of Newman's total population (4,612 people) has private health cover, higher than the Rest of WA's 56.4%, and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.0% and 5.5% of residents respectively. 82.5% of Newman's residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 69.3% in the Rest of WA. As of 16 March 2022, 2.4% of Newman's population is aged 65 and over (163 people), lower than the 19.2% in the Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking even higher than those of the general population nationally.

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's population showed higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 18.2% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.3% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Newman, accounting for 37.9%. Buddhism had a more significant presence in Newman at 2.0%, compared to the Rest of WA's 1.0%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (25.5%), Australian (23.3%), and Other (10.1%). Notably, Maori (3.3%) and New Zealand (1.5%) ethnicities were overrepresented in Newman compared to regional averages of 1.0% and 0.9%, respectively. Additionally, the Australian Aboriginal population was substantially higher at 8.3%.

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

Newman's median age was 32 years as of a certain period, which is younger than the Rest of WA's median age of 40 and considerably younger than the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group made up 25.7% of Newman's population compared to the Rest of WA, while the 65-74 cohort comprised only 2.0%. This concentration in the 25-34 age group was well above the national average of 14.4%. Between 2021 and a certain later period, Newman's median age decreased by 1.1 years to 32 from its previous median age of 33. During this time, the population aged 35-44 grew from 20.1% to 23.6%, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 23.5% to 25.7%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group declined from 12.4% to 9.9%, and the 15-24 age group dropped from 9.7% to 8.4%. Population forecasts for Newman indicate significant demographic changes by the year 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to grow strongly, adding 418 residents to reach a total of 2,171. In contrast, both the 5-14 and 65-74 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.