Piccadilly (WA)

Piccadilly is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Piccadilly's population is estimated at around 2,541 as of February 2026. This reflects an increase of 236 people (10.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,305 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,514 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional one validated new address since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,716 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Piccadilly's 10.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (7.7%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Anticipating future population dynamics, a population increase just below the median of Australia's non-metropolitan areas is expected. The suburb of Piccadilly is expected to increase by 213 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 6.1% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Piccadilly according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Piccadilly has seen approximately 4 dwelling approvals per year since FY-2021. In total, around 21 homes have been approved over the past five financial years. As of FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. On average, about 4.3 people move to Piccadilly annually for each new dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating high demand outstripping supply.

New dwellings are developed at an average construction cost of $438,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment. This financial year has seen $5.8 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Piccadilly's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of WA, Piccadilly maintains similar construction rates per person, preserving market equilibrium with surrounding areas and falling below the national average, implying an established area potentially constrained by planning limitations. New development consists of 60% detached houses and 40% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from the current 79% houses, indicating decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyle needs for diverse housing options. With around 450 people per dwelling approval, Piccadilly exhibits signs of a developed market.

AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Piccadilly to gain 155 residents by 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections despite potential increased buyer competition as population grows.

Piccadilly has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 12 projects likely affecting the region. Notable projects include Goldfields Pipeline Renewal (Stage 1), Kalgoorlie-Boulder Water Bank Project, KCGM's 800-bed workers accommodation camp, and GreenView at Karlkurla. The following list outlines those most relevant.

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Piccadilly ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Piccadilly has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.6%. Employment stability over the past year is relatively high.

As of September 2025, 1,479 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.6% lower than Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%. Workforce participation in Piccadilly is 75.7%, higher than Rest of WA's 67.2%. According to Census responses, only 1.5% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors include mining, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Piccadilly specializes in mining, with an employment share 2.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 0.2% of local workers compared to Rest of WA's 9.3%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 0.1%, labour force by 0.5%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of WA recorded employment growth of 1.4% and a fall in unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Piccadilly. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Piccadilly's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.3% over five years and 12.1% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

Piccadilly suburb had median taxpayer income of $80,084 and average income of $92,791 in financial year 2023. These figures compare to Rest of WA's median income of $59,973 and average income of $74,392. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth project median income at approximately $87,788 and average income at $101,717. Piccadilly's individual earnings rank at the 94th percentile nationally ($1,314 weekly). Income brackets show 38.5% of locals (978 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with metropolitan region's 31.1%. Higher earners make up a substantial presence at 32.3%, indicating strong purchasing power. After housing costs, residents retain 87.6% of income. Piccadilly's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Piccadilly, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 78.8% houses and 21.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro WA had 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. The home ownership level in Piccadilly was at 17.7%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (37.5%) or rented (44.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,517, below the Non-Metro WA average of $1,560 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Piccadilly was recorded at $320, compared to Non-Metro WA's $265 and the national figure of $375.

Piccadilly features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 63.4% of all households, including 28.4% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.6%, with lone person households at 31.8% and group households comprising 5.0%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

Piccadilly shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Piccadilly Trail's residents aged 15+ have 23.1% university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 41.0% holding them - advanced diplomas (6.7%) and certificates (34.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% currently enrolled in formal education: 12.2% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 3.4% in tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Piccadilly has twelve active public transport stops, all serving buses. Four different routes operate here, collectively offering seventy-six weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 189 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards daily. Cars are the dominant mode of transport at 88%, while 5% walk. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling, below the regional norm.

Only 1.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census data). Service frequency averages ten trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately six weekly trips per individual stop.

Piccadilly's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data for Piccadilly residents shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a standard level. Private health cover is exceptionally high at 64% (1,627 people), compared to Rest of WA's 56.4% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.3% and 7.3% respectively. 76.3% of residents report no medical ailments, higher than Rest of WA's 69.3%. Under-65 population has better-than-average health outcomes. Piccadilly has 7.9% (200 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Rest of WA's 19.2%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, ranking in line with the general population nationally.

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

Piccadilly has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 14.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.4% born overseas. The predominant religion in Piccadilly is Christianity, making up 43.2% of the population. Notably, Buddhism is overrepresented, comprising 2.0% of the population compared to 1.0% across Rest of WA.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (26.9%), Australian (24.0%), and Other (9.3%). There are significant differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 3.2% compared to the regional average of 1.0%, New Zealanders make up 1.3% versus 0.9% regionally, and South Africans comprise 1.3% compared to 0.6%.

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

Piccadilly's median age is 32 years, which is younger than Rest of WA's 40 years and the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group makes up 22.1% of Piccadilly's population, compared to Rest of WA, while the 65-74 cohort comprises 5.9%. This is higher than the national 25-34 age group percentage of 14.4%. Between 2021 and present, Piccadilly's median age has decreased by 1.3 years to 32 from 33. During this period, the 25-34 age group grew from 18.4% to 22.1%, and the 35-44 cohort increased from 15.0% to 17.0%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 13.4% to 11.2%, and the 5-14 age group dropped from 13.6% to 11.7%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Piccadilly. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow by 25%, adding 139 residents to reach 701. In contrast, both the 75-84 and 65-74 age groups are expected to decrease in numbers.