Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Rossmoyne has an estimated 4,241 residents, up 16.6% since the 2021 Census, with 29 projects tracked in the area around Rossmoyne.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Rossmoyne is a convenient 9.7 kilometres south from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 4,241 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 603 people (16.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,638 people. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. The area combines strong development activity and population drivers with high educational attainment, standout school performance, a high proportion of married families, a notable share aged 85 and over, and a diverse population with many overseas-born residents.
The suburb of Rossmoyne is known for its picturesque surroundings, green parks, riverfront, well-maintained streets and community spirit. Its residential setting offers recreational facilities, sports clubs, educational institutions, shopping centres, eateries, cafes and specialty stores. The population profile includes a high proportion of older and elderly Australians, with elderly residents largely in couples with children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Rossmoyne is a convenient 9.7 kilometres south from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 4,241 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 603 people (16.6%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,638 people. ERP means Estimated Resident Population. The area combines strong development activity and population drivers with high educational attainment, standout school performance, a high proportion of married families, a notable share aged 85 and over, and a diverse population with many overseas-born residents.
The suburb of Rossmoyne is known for its picturesque surroundings, green parks, riverfront, well-maintained streets and community spirit. Its residential setting offers recreational facilities, sports clubs, educational institutions, shopping centres, eateries, cafes and specialty stores. The population profile includes a high proportion of older and elderly Australians, with elderly residents largely in couples with children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,329 in 2006 and 4,216 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,241 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 28%.
Rossmoyne ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for education and the 90th for employment drivers.
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 Rossmoyne is $900 a week, up 12.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 24% above Greater Perth.
24% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $900 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Canning | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canning, over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 | |
| 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 29 projects in and around Rossmoyne, 5 of them under construction.
Major expansion of Westfield Booragoon from 72,000 square metres to 120,000 square metres across two stages. Stage 1 includes a new entertainment and leisure precinct with a 9-screen Hoyts cinema complex, fresh food precinct with relocated and expanded Woolworths, a new boutique supermarket, food laneway, 53 additional specialty stores, new east-west mall…
Major new four-level library and cultural centre forming the cultural heart of the future Melville City Centre. The project will deliver the City's main library, museum, exhibition galleries, performance and creative spaces, community meeting rooms, children's and youth areas, cafe and public plaza.
Comprehensive 11.5 million dollar refurbishment of the LeisureFit Booragoon aquatic centre, including upgrades to the leisure pool, 50-metre pool, changing facilities, and replacement of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
Upgrade and expansion of Mount Pleasant Primary School in Mount Pleasant, Western Australia, including new teaching blocks, an upgraded administration building and a covered assembly area to modernise facilities and support enrolments from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is located at 29 Queens Road, Mount Pleasant, within the City of Melville.
The City of Canning is transforming the Willetton Sports Precinct, formerly known as Burrendah Park, into a multi-generational sport and community hub.
Stage 2 of the Applecross Village Redevelopment focuses on the implementation of the Riseley Activity Centre Structure Plan. The project involves major streetscape upgrades and public realm improvements at the intersection of Sleat Road and Riseley Street to foster a vibrant mixed-use precinct.
Refurbishment and expansion of the sports building at Karoonda Reserve to enhance local sports infrastructure and support growing female participation. The $1.37 million project delivered universal and gender-neutral access to toilets, showers, and changerooms, alongside a new umpires' room and additional storerooms.
Boutique residential development comprising four luxury two-storey standalone townhouses on a 791sqm corner lot at 27 Reynolds Road, Applecross. Designed by Urbane in collaboration with DKO Architecture, featuring high-spec three-bedroom and two-bathroom layouts targeting the luxury residential market.
Small infill redevelopment delivering 4 two-storey grouped dwellings at 34A Polglass Way by Sincerity Group/Sincerity Building Group. City of Melville granted development approval in 2022. Sincerity is marketing house-and-land packages for "Polglass Way, Ardross" with guide pricing from $1,410,000, indicating sales/marketing underway.
Modular transportable homes designed for social and affordable housing with minimal environmental impact, complemented by skills training programs for unemployed and vulnerable individuals. The project is coordinated from the headquarters in Booragoon, WA.
A major infrastructure planning initiative to upgrade Perth's busiest suburban train station outside the CBD to accommodate rapid growth within the Murdoch Specialised Activity Centre.
The revitalisation of Bull Creek Central involved a significant rebranding and physical upgrade of the former Stockland assets. Managed by Silverleaf Investments, the project introduced a dedicated fresh food precinct, enhanced dining options, and modernised centre amenities.
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Estimated completion year of the 9 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 4, 2027 1, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 0, 2031 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Rossmoyne over the period covered (about 0.8 years); 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 0 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 43 | ABS building approvals | 54th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Rossmoyne include: Melville City Centre Library and Cultural Centre (Planning); Westfield Booragoon Shopping Centre Expansion (Dev. Approval); Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); Bull Creek Station Precinct Structure Plan (City of Melville) (Planning); and Bull Creek Central Redevelopment (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Rossmoyne spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Transport & Logistics, and Health & Medical, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Rossmoyne among the top 23% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Rossmoyne area has seen 70 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Rossmoyne's current population of 4,241 has been supported by 43 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Rossmoyne has seen 11.1 approval 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 Rossmoyne, 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 Rossmoyne's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 43, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne has grown by approximately 536 people, while 213 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.5 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.
Population growth drivers in Rossmoyne are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,241 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,585 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,638 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 603 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.64 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Rossmoyne was estimated to be approximately 4,241 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,216 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Rossmoyne has added approximately 603 people and shown a 16.58% increase from the 3,638 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Rossmoyne is estimated at 2,586 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Rossmoyne is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Rossmoyne hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 88th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 30.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 39.9% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Rossmoyne at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Rossmoyne is 11 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 10 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 Rossmoyne compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 12.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Rossmoyne compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 5.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Rossmoyne show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (7.7% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.0% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (5.2% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (2.0% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.3% of the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 30.3% of the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne 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) | $54,273 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,654 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,146 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $730 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 39.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,874 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is approximately $58,094. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,273.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is approximately $82,050. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,654.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is approximately $58,094 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,273 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is approximately $82,050 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,654 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Rossmoyne's households (~28.0% / 341 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Rossmoyne is the $4000+ group, representing about 28.0% 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 Rossmoyne is $2,146/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is $2,874/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is $730/wk.
The suburb of Rossmoyne's income level is above the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Rossmoyne's median income among taxpayers is $54,273 and the average income stands at $76,654, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,094 (median) and $82,050 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Rossmoyne is $8,118 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Rossmoyne's disposable income is $8,118 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Rossmoyne performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,946 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,535 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,975 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Rossmoyne has approximately 1,946 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.5%. 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 Rossmoyne stands at 1.5%, which is 2.7 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 Rossmoyne is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.5% of employment), professional & technical (12.7%), and education & training (11.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Rossmoyne has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Rossmoyne is 55.2%, 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 Rossmoyne shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 12.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Rossmoyne'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.
Educational achievement in Rossmoyne places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 46.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
46.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Rossmoyne have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
30.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Rossmoyne have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Rossmoyne ranks in the 91th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Rossmoyne are: Bachelor Degree (31.1%), Certificate (12.1%), Postgraduate (11.7%).
30.1% of the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 10.7% in secondary school, 6.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Rossmoyne is 1151, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Rossmoyne, with a combined enrollment of approximately 405 students.
The suburb of Rossmoyne includes 1 primary school.
Rossmoyne features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,218 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,420 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.1% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Rossmoyne had 1,218 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.6% to an estimated 1,420 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Rossmoyne is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.4%), group households (0.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 939 family households, couples with children account for 41.8% of all households, couples without children at home 26.9%, and single parent families 8.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Rossmoyne shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.1% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Rossmoyne have an average of 1.9 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 61.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 22.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 22.4% of all households in the suburb of Rossmoyne, 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 0.3% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Rossmoyne 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 | 45.8% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.3% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Rossmoyne scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 29.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.8% born overseas.
The main religion in Rossmoyne was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.2% of people in Rossmoyne. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.2% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rossmoyne are English, comprising 25.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.4% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 14.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Rossmoyne (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 0.8% (vs 1.0%) and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (vs 0.2%).
45.8% of the suburb of Rossmoyne population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
29.3% of the population in the suburb of Rossmoyne speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.3% of the suburb of Rossmoyne population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.4% of the suburb of Rossmoyne population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rossmoyne 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 | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 52.7% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,741 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $465 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Rossmoyne, 52.7% of homes are owned outright, 31.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Rossmoyne are houses.
In the suburb of Rossmoyne, 5.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Rossmoyne stands at 52.7%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Rossmoyne is $2,741, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Rossmoyne is $1,181, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Rossmoyne, households with mortgages typically spend 29.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Rossmoyne is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Rossmoyne shows mortgage holders spending 29.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.7% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Rossmoyne consists of 79.2% detached houses, 15.1% semi-detached dwellings, 5.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rossmoyne consumes approximately 12.7% of median household income ($9,292 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rossmoyne show attached dwellings contributing 14% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 86% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Rossmoyne: private health cover 55.8%, no long-term health condition 69.1%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.6% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Around 55.8% of people in the suburb of Rossmoyne are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Rossmoyne, 7.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
4.9% of people in the suburb of Rossmoyne are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the suburb of Rossmoyne population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.5% of people in the suburb of Rossmoyne have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Rossmoyne, 55.8% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 65th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,028 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 222 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 6 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 19 public transport stops within the suburb of Rossmoyne.
The suburb of Rossmoyne has 1,028 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 146 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 215 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 475 m away and the nearest child care centre 503 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 19 stops nearby, 1,028 weekly trips, access rating 65 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 57 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 57th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 475 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 503 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 513 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 515 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 517 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Rossmoyne among the top 23% of areas assessed nationwide.
Rossmoyne has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Rossmoyne is $900 a week, +12.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Rossmoyne are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Rossmoyne hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Rossmoyne performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Educational achievement in Rossmoyne places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Rossmoyne features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Rossmoyne is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Rossmoyne is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Rossmoyne: private health cover 55.8%, no long-term health condition 69.1%.
Transport servicing is good 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.
Rossmoyne has an estimated 4,241 residents, up 16.6% since the 2021 Census, with 29 projects tracked in the area around Rossmoyne.
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 Rossmoyne.
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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 (SAL51312). 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 Rossmoyne 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 Rossmoyne 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.
