Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Shenton Park has an estimated 5,861 residents, up 26.4% since the 2021 Census, with 82 projects tracked in the area around Shenton Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 4.8 kilometres west from Perth CBD in WA, Australia, the suburb of Shenton Park blends historic character with modern refinement, highlighted by scenic parks, tree-lined streets, elegant architecture, and a lively cafe scene alongside popular dining and retail spots. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the suburb's population at around 5,861, drawing on annual aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly address updates. This marks an expansion of 1,223 people (26.4%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,638 people, reflecting moderate overall growth supported by exceptional population drivers and development momentum.
An older demographic profile is evident in the notable share of elderly residents, while the local economy benefits from substantial employment concentrations in healthcare along with professional and technical sectors.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 4.8 kilometres west from Perth CBD in WA, Australia, the suburb of Shenton Park blends historic character with modern refinement, highlighted by scenic parks, tree-lined streets, elegant architecture, and a lively cafe scene alongside popular dining and retail spots. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the suburb's population at around 5,861, drawing on annual aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly address updates. This marks an expansion of 1,223 people (26.4%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,638 people, reflecting moderate overall growth supported by exceptional population drivers and development momentum.
An older demographic profile is evident in the notable share of elderly residents, while the local economy benefits from substantial employment concentrations in healthcare along with professional and technical sectors.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,373 in 2006 and 5,854 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,861 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 30.6%.
Shenton Park ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for transport & access and the 91st for development activity.
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 Shenton Park is $816 a week, up 6.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 13% above Greater Perth.
13% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $816 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth City | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Perth City, over 12 months | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - Inner | $724 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 - Inner, 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 | |
| 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 82 projects in and around Shenton Park, 19 of them under construction.
The Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Emergency Department redevelopment in Nedlands, Perth, expands the ED footprint and adds beds, upgraded…
The WA Comprehensive Cancer Centre, a 10-storey facility by the Harry Perkins Institute, includes 140 beds, 110 chemo seats, 10 operating…
Major expansion of medical facilities at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre, featuring clinical buildings, research facilities, and…
A 9-storey mixed-use development featuring 71 luxury apartments and ground-floor commercial tenancies.
A collection of 31 apartments, townhomes and penthouses at 64 Price Street, Subiaco, developed by ADC and designed by Breathe, Nic Brunsdon…
The Subiaco Arts Centre Expansion is a proposed project aimed at enhancing the venue's capacity as a community cultural hub.
A six-storey residential development comprising 110 contemporary one, two, and three-bedroom apartments designed by DKO Architecture.
Redevelopment of the Captain Stirling Hotel precinct into a new town centre anchored by a 4,000 sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket.
St John of God Health Care is delivering a staged multi-million dollar redevelopment of its Subiaco Hospital campus, with Multiplex…
Boutique 7-storey apartment project delivering 48 one, two and three bedroom residences in Jolimont's Parkside Walk precinct.
A streetscape revitalisation project focused on transforming the Hay Street commercial precinct into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly…
A boutique collection of 50 luxury apartments across nine storeys in central Subiaco, designed by Space Collective Architects.
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Estimated completion year of the 47 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 12, 2027 14, 2028 13, 2029 5, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 3 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 14.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 73 | ABS building approvals | 71st percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Shenton Park include: Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Emergency Department Redevelopment (Construction); Regal Subiaco (Construction); Price Street, Subiaco (Construction); Subiaco Arts Centre Expansion (Proposed); and Incontro Apartments (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Shenton Park spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Shenton Park higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Shenton Park area has seen 214 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Shenton Park's current population of 5,861 has been supported by 73 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Shenton Park has seen 14.1 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 53 people in the suburb of Shenton Park, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Shenton Park's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 73, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Shenton Park has grown by approximately 999 people, while 364 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.7 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.
Shenton Park 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 | 5,861 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +26.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,762 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,638 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,223 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.33 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Shenton Park was estimated to be approximately 5,861 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,854 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Shenton Park has added approximately 1,223 people and shown a 26.37% increase from the 4,638 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Shenton Park is estimated at 1,760 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Shenton Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Shenton Park is driven by: Overseas migration (83.0%), Interstate migration (11.0%), Natural increase (5.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 83.0% of overall population gains.
Shenton Park's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.7% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | 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 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Shenton Park at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Shenton Park is 4 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 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 Shenton Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Shenton Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 9.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Shenton Park show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.8% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.0% of the population in the suburb of Shenton Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.9% of the population in the suburb of Shenton Park as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,880 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $113,766 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,313 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,145 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 40.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,507 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Shenton Park is approximately $76,940. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,880.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Shenton Park is approximately $121,775. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $113,766.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Shenton Park is approximately $76,940 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,880 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Shenton Park is approximately $121,775 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $113,766 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Shenton Park's households (~30.6% / 543 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Shenton Park is the $4000+ group, representing about 30.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Shenton Park is $2,313/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Shenton Park is $3,507/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Shenton Park is $1,145/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Shenton Park is among the top percentile nationally, with the median assessed at $71,880 while the average income stands at $113,766. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $64,047 and an average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,940 (median) and $121,775 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Shenton Park is $8,571 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Shenton Park's disposable income is $8,571 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Shenton Park exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,053 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,855 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,178 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Shenton Park has approximately 3,053 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Shenton Park stands at 3.9%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Shenton Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (21.8% of employment), professional & technical (19.5%), and education & training (13.2%). These three sectors alone account for 54.5% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include retail trade and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Shenton Park has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Shenton Park is 65.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Shenton Park shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 19.5% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.4, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Shenton Park's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Shenton Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 64.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
64.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Shenton Park have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
20.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Shenton Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Shenton Park ranks in the 83th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Shenton Park are: Bachelor Degree (37.1%), Postgraduate (21.2%), Advanced Diploma (8.3%).
33.6% of the population in the suburb of Shenton Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.1% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 9.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Shenton Park is 1094, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Shenton Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,332 students.
The suburb of Shenton Park includes 1 primary school, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Shenton Park features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples without children, 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 | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,776 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,244 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Shenton Park had 1,776 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 26.4% to an estimated 2,244 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Shenton Park is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.4%), group households (3.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,151 family households, couples with children account for 32.6% of all households, couples without children at home 22.9%, and single parent families 8.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Shenton Park shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.4% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.8% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Shenton Park have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 31.4% of all households in the suburb of Shenton Park, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.8% of households, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Shenton Park was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 85.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 66.6% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Shenton Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 14.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 33.4% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Shenton Park, at 39.7% of people, although more residents (54.5%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.5% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Shenton Park are English, comprising 29.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Shenton Park (vs 0.5% across Greater Perth), Polish at 1.2% (vs 0.7%) and Scottish at 9.0% (vs 6.6%).
33.4% of the suburb of Shenton Park population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
14.8% of the population in the suburb of Shenton Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the suburb of Shenton Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.8% of the suburb of Shenton Park population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Shenton Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,980 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.5% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Shenton Park, 38.4% of homes are owned outright, 28.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 33.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 67.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Shenton Park are houses.
In the suburb of Shenton Park, 19.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Shenton Park stands at 38.4%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Shenton Park is $2,980, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Shenton Park is $1,452, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Shenton Park, households with mortgages typically spend 29.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Shenton Park is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Shenton Park shows mortgage holders spending 29.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Shenton Park consists of 67.2% detached houses, 13.5% semi-detached dwellings, 19.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Shenton Park consumes approximately 14.5% of median household income ($10,015 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Shenton Park show attached dwellings contributing 89% of approvals compared to 33% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 11% of applications versus 67% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Shenton Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 70.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Around 70.8% of people in the suburb of Shenton Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Shenton Park, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the suburb of Shenton Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the suburb of Shenton Park population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Shenton Park have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Shenton Park, 70.8% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,095 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 191 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 32 public transport stops within the suburb of Shenton Park.
The suburb of Shenton Park has 4,095 weekly trips across 17 routes, averaging 585 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 170 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 415 m away and the nearest pharmacy 427 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 32 stops nearby, 4,095 weekly trips, access rating 93 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 89th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 415 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 427 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 433 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 436 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 517 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 584 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 680 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Shenton Park higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Shenton Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46th percentile nationally.
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Median rent in Shenton Park is $816 a week, +6.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Shenton Park has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Shenton Park's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Shenton Park exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
Shenton Park shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Shenton Park features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Shenton Park was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Shenton Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Shenton Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Shenton Park has an estimated 5,861 residents, up 26.4% since the 2021 Census, with 82 projects tracked in the area around Shenton Park.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Shenton Park.
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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 (SAL51346). 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 Shenton Park from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Shenton Park with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
