Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Pinjarra has an estimated 5,518 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Pinjarra.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 74 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the suburb of Pinjarra combines a picturesque rural landscape with a rich regional heritage. Renowned for its natural waterways, lush forests, and historic landmarks like the Old Blythewood House, St. John's Anglican Church, and the Pinjarra Suspension Bridge, the township serves as an established leisure and cultural destination. Demographically, the suburb of Pinjarra has experienced moderate population growth, with AreaSearch's latest August 2026 analysis estimating a population of around 5,518. Derived from aggregated yearly SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly address updates, this reflects an increase of 604 people (12.3%) from the 4,914 residents recorded at the 2021 Census.
The local economy and social profile are defined by high development activity and strong demographic drivers, supported by a distinct employment base across manufacturing, mining, and arts and recreation.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 74 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the suburb of Pinjarra combines a picturesque rural landscape with a rich regional heritage. Renowned for its natural waterways, lush forests, and historic landmarks like the Old Blythewood House, St. John's Anglican Church, and the Pinjarra Suspension Bridge, the township serves as an established leisure and cultural destination. Demographically, the suburb of Pinjarra has experienced moderate population growth, with AreaSearch's latest August 2026 analysis estimating a population of around 5,518. Derived from aggregated yearly SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly address updates, this reflects an increase of 604 people (12.3%) from the 4,914 residents recorded at the 2021 Census.
The local economy and social profile are defined by high development activity and strong demographic drivers, supported by a distinct employment base across manufacturing, mining, and arts and recreation.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,420 in 2006 and 5,507 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,518 (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, 13.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $400 - 799, 28.8%.
Pinjarra ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for development activity and the 52nd for population growth.
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 Pinjarra is $580 a week, up 3.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 20% below Greater Perth.
20% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mandurah | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mandurah, over 12 months | +4.0% | 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 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 40 projects in and around Pinjarra, 13 of them under construction.
A thoughtfully created master-planned residential community by Watson Property Group offering new land at great value in Ravenswood, WA. The development provides modern residential home sites suited for first-home buyers, growing families, or those looking to downsize in a peaceful regional setting.
Nestled along the banks of the Murray River, Ravenswood Green Private Estate is an ongoing residential masterplanned community comprising 287 residential lots ranging from 312 to 946 square metres. Developed by DJ MacCormick Property Group, civil construction and lot staging continue to deliver affordable housing options for the Shire of Murray.
A supermarket-anchored shopping centre representing the first stage of the planned Ravenswood Neighbourhood Centre and future Ravenswood District Centre. Stage One includes a Coles supermarket and liquor store along with three specialty retail tenancies, while Stage Two will introduce a medical centre, pharmacy, office space, and a childcare facility.
Riverside living is now within reach with a new release of prime lifestyle lots in Ravenswood Waters. These generous blocks are steps from the beautiful Murray River and a short walk to the iconic Ravenswood Hotel, offering ultimate tranquillity and true riverside living.
Widening of Paterson Road to a 9 m seal with 1 m sealed shoulders (painted edge line) and 1.5 m gravel shoulders on both sides along the section from 220 m south to 1.72 km north of Old Mandurah Road in Ravenswood, WA.
A new six-storey public hospital on a greenfields site beside the existing Peel Health Campus at Greenfields, Mandurah, so the current hospital keeps operating during construction.
A boutique private residential estate comprising 83 exclusive lots offering a range of block sizes for families in the peaceful suburb of Greenfields. Just 4km from the heart of Mandurah, this thoughtfully planned multi-stage development will create residential lots with future plans for a shopping centre and recreational facilities.
Central Park Estate is an established residential development in Greenfields, offering house and land packages in a family-friendly community. The estate features multiple stages.
Major $350 million shopping centre redevelopment and expansion almost doubling the existing size from 38,535m2 to approximately 63,000m2 of retail floor space. Features over 220 stores including David Jones, Target, Kmart, Big W, Coles and Woolworths, plus new multi-deck car park.
An 11-million-dollar affordable build-to-rent social housing project by Housing Choices WA, delivering 35 community housing homes on Montsalvat Drive in Greenfields, consisting of 28 apartments and 7 townhouses surrounding a communal garden.
The $16.9 million state-of-the-art training centre at South Metropolitan TAFE's Mandurah campus features a live-works restaurant, industry-standard training kitchens, demonstration classrooms, and hair and beauty facilities.
Luxury 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment development located on the Mandurah Estuary waterfront immediately north of Dudley Park, featuring resort-style facilities and direct water views.
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Estimated completion year of the 19 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 4, 2027 8, 2028 5, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Pinjarra over the period covered (about 2 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 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 2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 40 | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Pinjarra include: Additional Australind Trains Procurement (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of Pinjarra are primarily focused on Transport & Logistics.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the suburb of Pinjarra, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Pinjarra currently ranks below national averages at the 16th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Pinjarra among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Pinjarra area has seen 92 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Pinjarra's current population of 5,518 has been supported by 40 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Pinjarra has seen 7.8 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 118 people in the suburb of Pinjarra, 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 Pinjarra's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 40, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Pinjarra has grown by approximately 478 people, while 201 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Pinjarra has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,518 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 289 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,914 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 604 | 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 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 19.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Pinjarra was estimated to be approximately 5,518 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,507 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Pinjarra has added approximately 604 people and shown a 12.29% increase from the 4,914 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Pinjarra is estimated at 288 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Pinjarra has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Pinjarra is driven by: Interstate migration (78.0%), Natural increase (11.0%), Overseas migration (11.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 78.0% of overall population gains.
Pinjarra hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.9% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Pinjarra at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Pinjarra is 6 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Pinjarra compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Pinjarra compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Pinjarra show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.5% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.0% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.6% of the population in the suburb of Pinjarra as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.6% of the population in the suburb of Pinjarra as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $55,915 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,128 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,144 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $547 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,478 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 36.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Pinjarra is approximately $59,851. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $55,915.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Pinjarra is approximately $77,206. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,128.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Pinjarra is approximately $59,851 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,915 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Pinjarra is approximately $77,206 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,128 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Pinjarra's households (~28.8% / 526 households) is the $400 - 799 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Pinjarra is the $400 - 799 group, representing about 28.8% 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 Pinjarra is $1,144/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Pinjarra is $1,478/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Pinjarra is $547/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Pinjarra's median income among taxpayers is $55,915, with an average of $72,128. This is approximately average nationally, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,851 (median) and $77,206 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Pinjarra is $4,037 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Pinjarra's disposable income is $4,037 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Pinjarra recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,396 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,377 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,536 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Pinjarra has approximately 2,396 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Pinjarra stands at 5.5%, which is 1.3 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Pinjarra is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (12.5% of employment), mining (12.2%), and health care & social assistance (11.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Pinjarra 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 Pinjarra is 55.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Pinjarra shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 12.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Pinjarra's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Pinjarra faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 48.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
9.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Pinjarra have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
48.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Pinjarra have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Pinjarra ranks in the 14th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Pinjarra are: Certificate (33.8%), Advanced Diploma (8.4%), Bachelor Degree (7.2%).
28.7% of the population in the suburb of Pinjarra is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.2% in primary school, 9.7% in secondary school, 2.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Pinjarra is 955, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the suburb of Pinjarra, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,590 students.
The suburb of Pinjarra includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Pinjarra features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,824 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,048 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 69.8% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Pinjarra had 1,824 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.3% to an estimated 2,048 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Pinjarra is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 69.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (28.0%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,273 family households, couples with children account for 25.5% of all households, couples without children at home 29.3%, and single parent families 14.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Pinjarra shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Pinjarra have an average of 2.1 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 44.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 28.0% of all households in the suburb of Pinjarra, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Pinjarra 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 | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 81.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
Pinjarra was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.4% of its population being citizens, 81.2% born in Australia, and 95.5% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Pinjarra, at 46.6% of people, although more residents (51.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pinjarra are English, comprising 35.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 31.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Scottish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Pinjarra (vs 1.5% across Greater Perth), South African at 0.6% (vs 1.0%) and Maori at 0.7% (vs 0.9%).
18.8% of the suburb of Pinjarra population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
4.5% of the population in the suburb of Pinjarra speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
3.1% of the suburb of Pinjarra population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.4% of the suburb of Pinjarra population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Pinjarra 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 | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Pinjarra, 34.7% of homes are owned outright, 38.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Pinjarra are houses.
In the suburb of Pinjarra, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Pinjarra stands at 34.7%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Pinjarra is $1,517, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Pinjarra is $920, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Pinjarra, households with mortgages typically spend 30.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Pinjarra is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Pinjarra shows mortgage holders spending 30.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 25.3% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Pinjarra consists of 86.6% detached houses, 10.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 2.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Pinjarra consumes approximately 18.6% of median household income ($4,954 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Pinjarra show attached dwellings contributing 2% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 98% of applications versus 87% 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 performance in Pinjarra is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 59.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 69.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
Around 53.9% of people in the suburb of Pinjarra are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Pinjarra, 8.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the suburb of Pinjarra are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the suburb of Pinjarra population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.7% of people in the suburb of Pinjarra have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Pinjarra, 53.9% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 35 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 35th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 187 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 140 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 41 public transport stops within the suburb of Pinjarra.
The suburb of Pinjarra has 187 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 26 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 279 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 1.0 km away and the nearest child care centre 1.7 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 41 stops nearby, 187 weekly trips, access rating 35 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 10th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 17.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 106 places in Pinjarra, about 2.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Pinjarra among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Pinjarra has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Pinjarra is $580 a week, +3.6% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Pinjarra has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Pinjarra hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Pinjarra recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Pinjarra faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Pinjarra features high concentrations of single parent families but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Pinjarra ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Pinjarra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Pinjarra is well below the national average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Pinjarra has an estimated 5,518 residents, up 12.3% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Pinjarra.
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 Pinjarra.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL51247). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Pinjarra 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 Pinjarra 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.
