Suburb profile · Greater Perth
North Beach (WA) has an estimated 4,189 residents, up 13.6% since the 2021 Census, with 61 projects tracked in the area around North Beach (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 14 kilometres northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of North Beach (WA) has an estimated population of around 4,189 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 500 people (13.6%) above the 3,689 people recorded in the 2021 Census. North Beach combines a comparatively old age profile, with a median age of 44, high incomes and strong educational qualifications. Market characteristics include high semi-detached housing levels, a notable real estate employment base, elevated arts and recreation employment, and standout school performance levels.
The area is described as having striking coastal landscapes, pristine beaches and a relaxed, vibrant community. Surfing, coastal walking trails, locally-owned cafes, restaurants and shops contribute to its recreational and community character. Its family-friendly atmosphere and range of activities make it a desirable place for residents and visitors.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 14 kilometres northwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of North Beach (WA) has an estimated population of around 4,189 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate is 500 people (13.6%) above the 3,689 people recorded in the 2021 Census. North Beach combines a comparatively old age profile, with a median age of 44, high incomes and strong educational qualifications. Market characteristics include high semi-detached housing levels, a notable real estate employment base, elevated arts and recreation employment, and standout school performance levels.
The area is described as having striking coastal landscapes, pristine beaches and a relaxed, vibrant community. Surfing, coastal walking trails, locally-owned cafes, restaurants and shops contribute to its recreational and community character. Its family-friendly atmosphere and range of activities make it a desirable place for residents and visitors.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,959 in 2006 and 4,178 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,189 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 13.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 24.4%.
North Beach (WA) ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 93rd for education.
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 North Beach (WA) is $800 a week, up 2.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Greater Perth.
11% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $800 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Stirling | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Stirling, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 47 tracked applications: 36 approved, 1 under assessment, 10 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 61 projects in and around North Beach (WA), 14 of them under construction.
LED floodlighting upgrade replacing metal halide lights on 3 poles with 8 LED poles covering both AFL fields at Carine Regional Open Space.
Final stage release of premium coastal land lots in the established Sorrento Beach Estate precinct, offering elevated ocean view homesites…
331 West Coast Drive is a boutique collection of five luxury beachfront apartments designed by MJA Studio.
Redesign of the 24-year-old playground at Carine Regional Open Space including new equipment with a large corkscrew slide, elevated rope…
A landmark luxury residential development featuring 253 apartments across two buildings of 14 and 23 storeys.
Boutique collection of 73 luxury beachfront residences featuring one, two, and three-bedroom apartments plus exclusive three and…
Redevelopment of the nearly 50-year-old Glengarry Shopping Centre into a modern retail and commercial precinct.
A transformative road infrastructure project extending Stephenson Avenue from Scarborough Beach Road to the Mitchell Freeway.
A $450-million luxury beachfront residential development by Edge Visionary Living, featuring two buildings (East and West) with 235 one…
Retrofit of Karrinyup Bus Depot to support electric buses, including installation of 56 dual EV chargers (112 charging plugs), substation…
A boutique land estate of only 28 large residential lots in Carine, opposite Carine Open Space and minutes from the coast.
Planned community sports and recreation precinct forming part of the broader Stirling City Centre redevelopment.
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Estimated completion year of the 33 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 11, 2027 11, 2028 5, 2029 0, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 47 substantial development applications lodged in and around North Beach (WA) over the past 5 years, 10 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 6, 2023 13, 2024 8, 2025 8, 2026 (to Oct) 9.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 47 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 25 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 36 | 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 North Beach include: North Beach Urban Renewal Project (Scheme Amendment 130) (Dev. Approval); Sorrento Beach Estate - Stage 3 Release (Dev. Approval); West Village Karrinyup (Karrinyup West) (Approved); Karrinyup Bus Depot Transformation (Completed); and West Village (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of North Beach spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within North Beach when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of North Beach area has seen 46 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of North Beach's current population of 4,189 has been supported by 25 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of North Beach has seen 6.3 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 179 people in the suburb of North Beach, 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 North Beach's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 25, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of North Beach has grown by approximately 407 people, while 123 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 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.
Population growth drivers in North Beach are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,189 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,956 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,689 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 500 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.14 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of North Beach was estimated to be approximately 4,189 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,178 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of north beach has added approximately 500 people and shown a 13.55% increase from the 3,689 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of North Beach is estimated at 1,958 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of North Beach has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of North Beach is driven by: Overseas migration (72.0%), Natural increase (24.0%), Interstate migration (4.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.0% of overall population gains.
North Beach hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 76th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.2% | 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 | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of North Beach at 43 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, North Beach is 6 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of North Beach compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 8.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of North Beach compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of North Beach show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (8.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the suburb of North Beach as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.5% of the population in the suburb of North Beach as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $70,179 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $112,582 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,124 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,016 | 2021 Census, weekly | 80th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,921 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of North Beach is approximately $75,120. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $70,179.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of North Beach is approximately $120,508. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $112,582.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of North Beach is approximately $75,120 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,179 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of North Beach is approximately $120,508 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $112,582 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of North Beach's households (~24.4% / 366 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of North Beach is the $4000+ group, representing about 24.4% 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 North Beach is $2,124/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of North Beach is $2,921/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of North Beach is $1,016/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of North Beach's median income among taxpayers is $70,179, with an average of $112,582. This is among the top percentile nationally, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $75,120 (median) and $120,508 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of North Beach is $7,956 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of north beach's disposable income is $7,956 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees North Beach performing better than 98% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,405 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,377 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,435 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of North Beach has approximately 2,405 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.2%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of North Beach stands at 1.2%, which is 3.0 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of North Beach is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), construction (13.2%), and education & training (11.8%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of North Beach has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of North Beach is 68.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of north beach shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.2% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of north beach's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in North Beach places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
40.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of North Beach have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
29.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of North Beach have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of north beach ranks in the 93th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of North Beach are: Bachelor Degree (27.8%), Certificate (17.5%), Advanced Diploma (12.3%).
26.3% of the population in the suburb of North Beach is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.3% in primary school, 7.3% in secondary school, 5.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of North Beach is 1111, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of North Beach, with a combined enrollment of approximately 979 students.
The suburb of north beach includes 2 primary schools.
North Beach features high concentrations of couples without children 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 | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,501 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,704 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of North Beach had 1,501 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.5% to an estimated 1,704 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of North Beach is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.4%), group households (3.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,012 family households, couples with children account for 28.3% of all households, couples without children at home 30.6%, and single parent families 7.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of North Beach shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of North Beach have an average of 1.5 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 49.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.1% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 29.4% of all households in the suburb of North Beach, similar to 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 3.1% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
In terms of cultural diversity, North Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 91.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
North Beach was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 8.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 28.0% born overseas.
The main religion in North Beach was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.1% of people in North Beach. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in North Beach are English, comprising 33.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 22.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of North Beach (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.2% (vs 1.0%) and Macedonian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
28.0% of the suburb of North Beach population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
8.5% of the population in the suburb of North Beach speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the suburb of North Beach population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
90.3% of the suburb of North Beach population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
North Beach displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 62.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,541 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $380 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of North Beach, 40.6% of homes are owned outright, 30.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 62.2% of dwellings in the suburb of North Beach are houses.
In the suburb of North Beach, 8.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 29.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of North Beach stands at 40.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of North Beach is $2,541, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of North Beach is $1,248, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of North Beach, households with mortgages typically spend 27.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of North Beach is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of North Beach shows mortgage holders spending 27.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of North Beach consists of 62.2% detached houses, 29.3% semi-detached dwellings, 8.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in North Beach consumes approximately 13.6% of median household income ($9,197 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in North Beach show attached dwellings contributing 32% of approvals compared to 38% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 68% of applications versus 62% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
North Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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 | 70.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
Around 70.3% of people in the suburb of North Beach are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of North Beach, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.0% of people in the suburb of North Beach are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.3% of the suburb of North Beach population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of North Beach have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of North Beach, 70.3% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 55 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 55th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 33 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 385 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 127 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 33 public transport stops within the suburb of North Beach.
The suburb of North Beach has 385 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 55 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 157 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 478 m away and the nearest child care centre 499 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 33 stops nearby, 385 weekly trips, access rating 55 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 33 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 478 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 499 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 507 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 579 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 732 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within North Beach when compared nationally.
North Beach has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in North Beach (WA) is $800 a week, +2.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in North Beach are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
North Beach hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees North Beach performing better than 98% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Educational achievement in North Beach places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
North Beach features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
In terms of cultural diversity, North Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
North Beach displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
North Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
North Beach (WA) has an estimated 4,189 residents, up 13.6% since the 2021 Census, with 61 projects tracked in the area around North Beach (WA).
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 North Beach (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL51130). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 North Beach (WA) 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 North Beach (WA) 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.
