Queens Park (WA)

Queens Park lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

According to evaluations of ABS demographic updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Queens Park (WA) has an estimated occupancy of approximately 8,014 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 746 people (10.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,268 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 7,911, which AreaSearch estimated after analyzing the June 2025 ABS ERP release, supplemented by 5 validated new addresses identified since the Census date. Such population levels translate to a density of 2,924 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Queens Park (WA) in the top quartile of all countrywide locations tracked by AreaSearch. The 10.3% rate of expansion in the suburb of Queens Park (WA) since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark (9.3%), establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population increases in the area were heavily supported by arrivals from overseas, which accounted for roughly 76.0% of the total demographic gains in recent times.

AreaSearch employs ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, and to calculate development in the years following 2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth rates from the latest Greater Capital Region projections published by the ABS in 2023 using 2022 statistics. Looking at future demographic shifts for the suburb of Queens Park (WA), projections point to expansion exceeding the national statistical area median, with the locality expected to add 1,813 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2-level estimates, representing an overall increase of 21.3% across the 16 years.

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

According to building approval figures compiled by AreaSearch from local statistical data, Queens Park has seen approximately 34 residential units authorized for construction each year, summing to an estimated 174 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 11 development approvals have been logged. An average of 2.3 additional occupants per year for each home over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) indicates solid demand that is likely to sustain property values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction cost of $368,000, which is higher than regional averages and points to a focus on premium construction. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $14.3 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to a balanced expansion of commercial spaces.

In comparison to Greater Perth, construction activity per capita in Queens Park remains closely aligned, ensuring a balanced property market in step with the wider metropolitan zone. Current residential projects consist of 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% attached housing options, maintaining the suburban profile of the neighborhood while catering to buyers seeking spacious detached homes. The district records about 990 people per approved residential unit, indicating a mature housing sector.

Long-term projections indicate Queens Park will welcome 1,710 new inhabitants by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Should the pace of construction remain unchanged, the volume of new housing might fall short of population demand, potentially intensifying buyer competition and accelerating price appreciation.

Queens Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works are primary drivers of neighborhood change. AreaSearch has tracked 17 developments that are expected to influence the local area. Key projects include the Wharf Street Mixed-Use Development, Aura Cannington, the Canning City Centre Activity Centre Plan - Private Residential Precincts, and the Gibbs Street Residential Development, with the list below detailing the most relevant local changes.

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The employment landscape in Queens Park shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Queens Park boasts a highly educated labor force with representation across multiple sectors, an unemployment rate of 4.5%, and steady employment conditions over the previous twelve months, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 4,509 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.3% higher than Greater Perth's 4.2%, and workforce participation sits at 73.8%, which is fairly standard compared to Greater Perth's 70.2%. Census data indicates that a low 4.7% of residents work from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting this figure.

The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and retail trade. The neighborhood exhibits a particularly strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where employment is 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training shows a smaller footprint, accounting for 5.1% of employment compared to the regional figure of 9.2%. The high proportion of housing suggests the local neighborhood offers relatively few jobs within its borders, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against the locally employed population.

AreaSearch evaluated data from SALM and ABS, which were combined from larger statistical regions, indicating that the labour force grew by 0.0% while employment fell by 0.3% during the year to March 2026, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% rise in employment and a 2.5% expansion in the labour force, accompanied by a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, provide additional context regarding potential future job demand in Queens Park. These projections span five and ten year horizons and have been overlaid with the local employment structure to estimate future growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral growth varies considerably. When these industry-specific expectations are applied to Queens Park's current employment composition, local employment is anticipated to rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years. This calculation represents a straightforward weighting extrapolation intended for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population forecasts.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Based on compiled tax statistics for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Queens Park recorded a median income of $51,106 and an average income of $59,710. These figures sit below the countrywide average and compare to median and average levels of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, the current estimates stand at roughly $56,692 for median earnings and $66,236 for average earnings as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals household, family, and individual incomes are modest, placing between the 45th and 48th percentiles. Income distribution figures indicate that 38.1% of the population (3,053 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the metropolitan area where this cohort accounts for 32.0%. Home buyers face notable financial pressure, with only 82.4% of income remaining after housing costs, placing in the 47th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile for income.

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

An assessment of housing styles at the most recent Census showed Queens Park comprised 76.6% standalone houses and 23.4% other formats such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 77.8% standalone houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Perth. Home ownership rates in Queens Park were below the metropolitan average at 16.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (41.4%) or tenants (41.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,640 sat well below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while median weekly rent matched the metropolitan figure of $350. On a national scale, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.

Queens Park features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of local households at 67.6%, consisting of couples with children (35.9%), couples without children (20.0%), and single parent families (9.7%). Single-person households (25.3%) and share houses (7.0%) make up the remaining 32.4% of households. The median household size of 2.7 people is slightly larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Queens Park exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The academic credentials of local residents are distinctive for the region, with tertiary qualification rates (37.5% of residents aged 15+) exceeding both the WA state level of 27.9% and the broader SA4 region rate of 29.9%, indicating a strong local focus on university education. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 25.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Practical and technical qualifications are also common, with 28.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational certificates, split between advanced diplomas (11.9%) and trade certificates (16.9%).

A high proportion of the community is engaged in study, with 33.6% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes 9.9% attending primary school, 8.1% in higher education, and 6.5% enrolled in high school.

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

Public transport services in the area include 61 active stops featuring both bus routes and train stations. These stops are served by 35 different routes, which together provide 5,708 weekly passenger trips. Local transit links are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 196 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, and most workers travel outside the suburb for employment, with private vehicles remaining the most common choice at 76%, followed by trains at 15% and buses at 5%. Households own an average of 1.3 cars, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively small share of residents (4.7%) worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Transit services average 815 daily trips across the network, which averages out to approximately 93 weekly trips for each transit stop.

Queens Park's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Local health metrics show favorable outcomes, with mortality rates and medical conditions matching national standards, and the occurrence of common diseases remaining low in the broader population, though tracking higher than the national average among older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 51% of residents (~4,079 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses, affecting 6.0% and 4.6% of residents, respectively, while 80.3% of the population reported no chronic medical issues compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Working-age adults are generally in good health with low rates of long-term illness. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 9.3% of residents (745 people), which is lower than the 16.1% average for Greater Perth. Health metrics for local seniors present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the general community.

Queens 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

Culturally diverse residents make up a large share of the local population, with 60.2% speaking a language other than English at home and 59.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the largest religious group at 33.6% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is in the Other category, which accounts for 7.7% of the population, well above the Greater Perth average of 1.4%.

Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest local groups are Other at 30.3% (well above the regional average of 11.2%), English at 14.2% (significantly below the regional average of 28.0%), and Chinese at 11.5% (well above the regional average of 4.0%). Other notable demographic variances include Indian residents representing 10.1% of the local population (compared to 2.6% regionally), Filipino residents at 4.7% (compared to 1.4%), and Korean residents at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%).

Queens Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age of 32 years makes the local population younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (21.6%) and fewer seniors aged 65 - 74 (4.7%). The proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 is also higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, children aged 5 to 14 have increased from 11.7% to 12.3% of the population, while infants aged 0 to 4 have decreased from 8.4% to 6.9%. Long-term projections indicate the demographic mix will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 37%, adding 338 residents to reach a total of 1,244.