Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Oakford has an estimated 3,501 residents, up 24.9% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Oakford.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Oakford, located 29 kilometres south-southeast of the Perth CBD, is estimated to have around 3,501 residents as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and on national address file data that is updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,803 people, the suburb has added 698 people (24.9%). Development activity and population drivers are well above average, median household income is above average, and mortgage holders are strongly represented among residents.
Oakford is characterised by a high proportion of mature residents, with family households and couples with children making up much of the community, and a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24. Income levels are high, and population growth has been among the stronger results measured. The suburb also recorded 135 Validated New Addresses, which were included alongside the ABS data in arriving at the current estimate of 3,501 residents.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Oakford, located 29 kilometres south-southeast of the Perth CBD, is estimated to have around 3,501 residents as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, and on national address file data that is updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,803 people, the suburb has added 698 people (24.9%). Development activity and population drivers are well above average, median household income is above average, and mortgage holders are strongly represented among residents.
Oakford is characterised by a high proportion of mature residents, with family households and couples with children making up much of the community, and a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24. Income levels are high, and population growth has been among the stronger results measured. The suburb also recorded 135 Validated New Addresses, which were included alongside the ABS data in arriving at the current estimate of 3,501 residents.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,198 in 2006 and 3,155 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,501 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 16.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.7%.
Oakford ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 83rd for income.
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 Oakford is $550 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2026 and 24% below Greater Perth.
24% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Serpentine - Jarrahdale | $695 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Serpentine - Jarrahdale, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 67 projects in and around Oakford, 23 of them under construction.
Construction of the new purpose-built Oakford Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Station commissioned by the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. The project includes modern appliance bays, dedicated training, operational, and turnout facilities to bolster emergency response capabilities.
A long term Westport road project to create a high quality freight corridor along Anketell Road and Thomas Road between the new container port at Kwinana and Tonkin Highway in Oakford.
Addressing the scarcity of regional-level sporting facilities in Perth's outer metropolitan areas to meet high population growth demands, considering both independent and cooperative delivery by local councils.
A 1,580 hectare masterplanned urban redevelopment by DevelopmentWA with Stockland's Sienna Wood estate as a key precinct. The project will ultimately deliver more than 16,000 dwellings for around 40,000 residents together with schools, town centres, parklands, living streams, recreation facilities and protected Aboriginal heritage areas.
Established master planned community in Byford delivered by Satterley. Final precinct (Cardup Brook) is selling with over 900 residential lots, alongside existing village centre, Lake Allambee, parks and schools.
Neighbourhood retail hub within the Sienna Wood masterplanned community in Hilbert, Perth's south-east corridor. Spanning approximately 7,500sqm, the centre features a full-line Woolworths supermarket, around 15 specialty stores including dining, a medical centre, and a Nido Early School childcare centre.
145-hectare masterplanned community featuring over 2,000 homes including retirement living, medium density housing, parks, a primary school, and a local centre. Built on a former sand quarry site with a 6 Star Green Star Communities rating.
A 3,000sqm two-storey integrated health and social care facility providing a single-entry point for primary care, mental health, child health, and specialist outpatient services. The hub includes 28 consultation rooms, a rehabilitation gym, pathology, and community spaces.
An approved 8.252 ha large-format retail and commercial development featuring 31,318 sqm of Gross Lettable Area across six lots. The precinct is planned to accommodate 21 showroom tenancies, 5 fast-food outlets, a service station, and a warehouse, supported by 699 parking bays.
A residential subdivision project by Jardim Property located on Treeby Road, Anketell, offering a range of residential and lifestyle lots. The estate is designed as a close-knit community with convenient access to the Perth CBD, Fremantle, and local transport networks including nearby train stations.
Four-lane road-over-rail bridge removing level crossing at Thomas Road. Part of Byford Rail Extension infrastructure improvements, opened November 2022.
A major residential development (also known as Byford Green Private Estate) within Precinct 4 of the Byford District Structure Plan, featuring 208 residential lots with R20, R25, and R40 density codings across 16.61 hectares.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 7, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Oakford over the period covered (about 0.4 years), 2 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 0 approved, 2 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 9.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 29 | ABS building approvals | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Oakford include: Anketell-Thomas Road Freight Corridor (Approved); Wungong Urban (Construction); The Glades Estate (Construction); Byford Town Centre Civic Master Plan (Construction); and Tonkin Highway Extension and Thomas Road Upgrade (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Oakford spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Oakford currently ranks below national averages at the 33rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Oakford among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Oakford area has seen 109 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Oakford's current population of 3,501 has been supported by 29 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Oakford has seen 9.7 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 57 people in the suburb of Oakford, 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 Oakford's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 29, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Oakford has grown by approximately 257 people, while 147 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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 Oakford are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,501 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +24.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 75 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,803 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 698 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 46.91 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Oakford was estimated to be approximately 3,501 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,155 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Oakford has added approximately 698 people and shown a 24.90% increase from the 2,803 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Oakford is estimated at 75 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Oakford has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Oakford is driven by: Interstate migration (52.0%), Natural increase (36.0%), Overseas migration (12.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 52.0% of overall population gains.
Oakford's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Oakford at 41 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Oakford is 4 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 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 Oakford compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 16.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Oakford compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Oakford show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (16.2% vs 10.6%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.7% vs 2.0%) and 25-34 year-olds (8.3% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.0% of the population in the suburb of Oakford as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.0% of the population in the suburb of Oakford as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,042 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $83,508 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,451 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $832 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 38.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,493 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Oakford is approximately $69,621. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,042.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Oakford is approximately $89,387. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $83,508.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Oakford is approximately $69,621 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,042 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Oakford is approximately $89,387 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $83,508 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Oakford's households (~29.7% / 252 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Oakford is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.7% 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 Oakford is $2,451/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Oakford is $2,493/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Oakford is $832/wk.
The suburb of Oakford shows a median taxpayer income of $65,042 and an average of $83,508 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high 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 $69,621 (median) and $89,387 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Oakford is $9,028 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Oakford's disposable income is $9,028 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Oakford performing better than 93% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,804 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,722 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,837 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Oakford has approximately 1,804 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. 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 Oakford stands at 1.8%, which is 2.4 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 Oakford is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (13.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (9.2%), and manufacturing (8.3%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 31.0% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Oakford 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 Oakford is 72.8%, 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 Oakford shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.5% 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 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Oakford'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.
Oakford shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
15.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Oakford have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
41.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Oakford have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Oakford ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Oakford are: Certificate (32.7%), Bachelor Degree (11.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.3%).
29.3% of the population in the suburb of Oakford is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 10.6% in secondary school, 3.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
Oakford features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 49.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 848 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,059 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Oakford had 848 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 24.9% to an estimated 1,059 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Oakford is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 88.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (10.0%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 749 family households, couples with children account for 49.6% of all households, couples without children at home 30.9%, 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 Oakford shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 88.3% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 10.0% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Oakford have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 57.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.5% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 10.0% of all households in the suburb of Oakford, notably lower 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 1.8% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Oakford ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 78.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Oakford was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 78.6% of its population born in Australia, 92.5% being citizens, and 93.5% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Oakford was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.5% of people in Oakford. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Oakford are English, comprising 33.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 29.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Scottish, comprising 6.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 3.4% of Oakford (vs 1.5% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.1% (vs 1.0%) and French at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
21.4% of the suburb of Oakford population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
6.5% of the population in the suburb of Oakford speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.0% of the suburb of Oakford population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
92.5% of the suburb of Oakford population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Oakford is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 5.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Owned outright | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.5% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 60.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Oakford, 34.6% of homes are owned outright, 60.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 5.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Oakford are houses.
In the suburb of Oakford, 0.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Oakford stands at 34.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Oakford is $2,500, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Oakford is $1,593, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Oakford, households with mortgages typically spend 23.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Oakford is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Oakford shows mortgage holders spending 23.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.3% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Oakford consists of 98.5% detached houses, 0.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Oakford consumes approximately 15.0% of median household income ($10,613 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Oakford show attached dwellings contributing 2% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 98% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health in Oakford: private health cover 58.6%, no long-term health condition 70.3%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Around 58.5% of people in the suburb of Oakford are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Oakford, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.8% of people in the suburb of Oakford are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the suburb of Oakford population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the suburb of Oakford have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Oakford, 58.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 2.4 km away and the nearest school 2.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 7 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 7th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Oakford among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide.
Oakford has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Oakford is $550 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Oakford are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Oakford's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 83% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Oakford performing better than 93% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Oakford shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Oakford features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Oakford ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Oakford is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Oakford: private health cover 58.6%, no long-term health condition 70.3%.
Transport in Oakford: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Oakford has an estimated 3,501 residents, up 24.9% since the 2021 Census, with 67 projects tracked in the area around Oakford.
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 Oakford.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2025. 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 (SAL51174). 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 (Jul 2025) 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 Oakford 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 Oakford with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
