Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Osborne Park has an estimated 5,177 residents, up 16.0% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Osborne Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 6.7 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Osborne Park had an estimated population of around 5,177 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data that is updated each quarter. Compared with the 4,463 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the suburb has grown by 714 people, an increase of 16.0%, and its growth patterns point to moderate expansion.
The local market is shaped by a high share of overseas-born residents, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, and a low average household size. Notable cohorts include 25 to 34 year olds, with an elevated presence of 35 to 44 year olds. The area is highly culturally diverse and has a high proportion of young adults, while its working-age population consists largely of lone person and group households.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 6.7 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Osborne Park had an estimated population of around 5,177 as of Aug 2026. This estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data that is updated each quarter. Compared with the 4,463 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the suburb has grown by 714 people, an increase of 16.0%, and its growth patterns point to moderate expansion.
The local market is shaped by a high share of overseas-born residents, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, and a low average household size. Notable cohorts include 25 to 34 year olds, with an elevated presence of 35 to 44 year olds. The area is highly culturally diverse and has a high proportion of young adults, while its working-age population consists largely of lone person and group households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,484 in 2006 and 5,151 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,177 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 30.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.6%.
Osborne Park ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for transport & access and the 89th for cultural diversity.
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 Osborne Park is $608 a week, up 7.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 16% below Greater Perth.
16% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $608 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.5% | 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 455 tracked applications: 363 approved, 5 under assessment, 87 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Osborne Park (5 under construction) and 53 more in the surrounding area.
The City of Stirling is delivering staged upgrades to Yokine Regional Open Space, one of the City's key regional reserves.
A luxury residential development by Willing Property featuring 40 residences, including apartments and townhomes, plus 4 ground floor…
Residential land estate in the heart of Balcatta between Grindleford Drive and Karrinyup Road comprising approximately 140 new residential…
Major upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange to expand capacity from 18 to 30 bus stands.
Ongoing enhancement program for Dog Swamp Shopping Centre, a neighbourhood centre anchored by Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets with 30…
Extension of the principal shared path network providing safe cycling and pedestrian connections throughout the Stirling area, including…
A 351-hectare urban renewal project transforming Stirling into a high-intensity mixed-use precinct centered around the Stirling train…
City of Vincent is undertaking a phased upgrade of the Mt Hawthorn Community Centre and the surrounding Axford Park precinct.
Expansion of Osborne Park Hospital at 26 Osborne Place, Stirling, delivered as part of the $1.8 billion New Women and Babies Hospital…
Phase 2 of the Stephenson Avenue Extension creates a new east-west connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road via a new…
Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) will replace Local Planning Scheme No. 3 across the City of Stirling.
Construction is underway at Lake Monger Primary School to deliver a new early childhood precinct with three classrooms, new hard courts and…
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Estimated completion year of the 32 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 10, 2027 5, 2028 6, 2029 3, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 455 substantial development applications lodged in and around Osborne Park over the past 5 years, 86 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 28, 2022 96, 2023 94, 2024 86, 2025 83, 2026 (to Oct) 68.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 455 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 86 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 17 | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 363 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Osborne Park include: Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade (Construction); Stirling City Centre Development (Planning); Stephenson Avenue Extension (Construction); Osborne Park Hospital Women and Newborn Services Expansion (Construction); and Herdsman Glendalough Local Development Plan (LDP) (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Osborne Park spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Osborne Park among the top 29% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Osborne Park area has seen 50 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Osborne Park's current population of 5,177 has been supported by 17 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Osborne Park has seen 3.5 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 203 people in the suburb of Osborne Park, 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 Osborne Park's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 17, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Osborne Park has grown by approximately 587 people, while 84 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.0 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 Osborne Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,177 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,044 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,463 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 714 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.96 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Osborne Park was estimated to be approximately 5,177 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,151 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Osborne Park has added approximately 714 people and shown a 16.00% increase from the 4,463 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Osborne Park is estimated at 1,044 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Osborne Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Osborne Park is driven by: Overseas migration (76.0%), Natural increase (24.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
Osborne Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 40.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 66.4% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 30.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Osborne Park at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Osborne Park is 3 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Osborne Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 30.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Osborne Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 5.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Osborne Park show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (30.7% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (5.0% vs 12.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 9.7% of the population in the suburb of Osborne Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.4% of the population in the suburb of Osborne Park as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,235 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $81,894 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,478 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $920 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,960 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.3% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Osborne Park is approximately $70,898. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,235.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Osborne Park is approximately $87,659. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $81,894.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Osborne Park is approximately $70,898 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,235 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Osborne Park is approximately $87,659 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $81,894 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Osborne Park's households (~35.6% / 756 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Osborne Park is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.6% 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 Osborne Park is $1,478/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Osborne Park is $1,960/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Osborne Park is $920/wk.
The suburb of Osborne Park shows a median taxpayer income of $66,235 and an average of $81,894 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is well above average 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 $70,898 (median) and $87,659 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Osborne Park is $5,299 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Osborne Park's disposable income is $5,299 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Osborne Park demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 78.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,542 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,069 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,647 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Osborne Park has approximately 3,542 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Osborne Park stands at 2.9%, which is 1.3 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 Osborne Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.8% of employment), retail trade (10.1%), and accommodation & food (8.6%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Osborne Park 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 Osborne Park is 78.8%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Osborne Park shows notable specialisation in administrative & support, which employs 7.3% of the local workforce compared to 3.3% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The suburb of Osborne Park'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.
The educational profile of Osborne Park ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 41.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.3% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
41.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Osborne Park have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
28.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Osborne Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Osborne Park ranks in the 73th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Osborne Park are: Bachelor Degree (27.4%), Certificate (17.3%), Advanced Diploma (12.1%).
26.3% of the population in the suburb of Osborne Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 5.4% in primary school, 3.2% in secondary school, 9.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Osborne Park is 1043, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Osborne Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 267 students.
The suburb of Osborne Park includes 1 primary school.
Osborne Park features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 44.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,121 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,460 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.0 per family | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Osborne Park had 2,121 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.0% to an estimated 2,460 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Osborne Park is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 50.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (44.1%), group households (5.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,075 family households, couples with children account for 16.4% of all households, couples without children at home 25.7%, and single parent families 6.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Osborne Park shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 44.1% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 50.7% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Osborne Park have an average of 1.0 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 38.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.4% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 44.1% of all households in the suburb of Osborne Park, higher 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 5.2% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Osborne Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 53.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 44.0% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 56.0% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 62.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 46.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Osborne Park scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 44.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 53.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Osborne Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 37.1% of people in Osborne Park. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 14.4% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.7%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Osborne Park are Other, comprising 23.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 19.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 14.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Osborne Park (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.4%) and Macedonian at 1.2% (vs 0.4%).
53.5% of the suburb of Osborne Park population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
44.0% of the population in the suburb of Osborne Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.8% of the suburb of Osborne Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
62.0% of the suburb of Osborne Park population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Osborne Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 55.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,546 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 58.0% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Osborne Park, 18.1% of homes are owned outright, 26.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 55.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 17.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Osborne Park are houses.
In the suburb of Osborne Park, 24.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 58.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Osborne Park stands at 18.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Osborne Park is $1,546, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Osborne Park is $1,105, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Osborne Park, households with mortgages typically spend 24.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Osborne Park is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Osborne Park shows mortgage holders spending 24.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.6% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Osborne Park consists of 17.7% detached houses, 58.0% semi-detached dwellings, 24.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Osborne Park consumes approximately 17.3% of median household income ($6,400 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Osborne Park show attached dwellings contributing 62% of approvals compared to 82% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 38% of applications versus 18% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Osborne Park's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
Around 57.9% of people in the suburb of Osborne Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Osborne Park, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.3% of people in the suburb of Osborne Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Osborne Park population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the suburb of Osborne Park have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Osborne Park, 57.9% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 73 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,718 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 70 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 18 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 73 public transport stops within the suburb of Osborne Park.
The suburb of Osborne Park has 4,718 weekly trips across 18 routes, averaging 674 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 186 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 306 m away and the nearest pharmacy 447 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 73 stops nearby, 4,718 weekly trips, access rating 92 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 84 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 84th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 306 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 394 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 447 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 517 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 585 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 632 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 654 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 664 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.5 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 Osborne Park among the top 29% of areas assessed nationwide.
Osborne Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Osborne Park is $608 a week, +7.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Osborne Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Osborne Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Osborne Park demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
The educational profile of Osborne Park ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Osborne Park features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Osborne Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Osborne Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Osborne Park's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Osborne Park has an estimated 5,177 residents, up 16.0% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Osborne Park.
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 Osborne Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. 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 (SAL51190). 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 (Sep 2026) 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 Osborne Park 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 Osborne Park 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.
