Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Singleton (WA) has an estimated 4,872 residents, up 21.2% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Singleton (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 55 kilometres south from Perth CBD along the Western Australian coastline, the suburb of Singleton (WA) is an established coastal community renowned for its picturesque sandy beaches, natural parks, and relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Based on AreaSearch's demographic modeling, which aggregates yearly SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates, the population of Singleton is estimated at approximately 4,872 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial gain of 851 people (21.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,021 residents, underpinned by strong population expansion and solid demand drivers.
The local housing landscape is heavily led by detached housing, supported by a strong base of mortgage holders and an above-average median household income. The community exhibits a comparatively young demographic profile with a median age of 35, composed primarily of family households and couples with children, alongside a notable mining employment base.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 55 kilometres south from Perth CBD along the Western Australian coastline, the suburb of Singleton (WA) is an established coastal community renowned for its picturesque sandy beaches, natural parks, and relaxed outdoor lifestyle. Based on AreaSearch's demographic modeling, which aggregates yearly SA2 Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts alongside quarterly national address file updates, the population of Singleton is estimated at approximately 4,872 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial gain of 851 people (21.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,021 residents, underpinned by strong population expansion and solid demand drivers.
The local housing landscape is heavily led by detached housing, supported by a strong base of mortgage holders and an above-average median household income. The community exhibits a comparatively young demographic profile with a median age of 35, composed primarily of family households and couples with children, alongside a notable mining employment base.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,472 in 2006 and 4,760 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,872 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.2%.
Singleton (WA) ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for income and the 81st for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Singleton (WA) is $688 a week, up 5.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 5% below Greater Perth.
5% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $688 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rockingham | $651 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rockingham, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 58 projects in and around Singleton (WA), 14 of them under construction.
Residential estate development in Lakelands featuring family homes with modern design, parks, and community facilities in a master-planned community setting.
Construction of a new 700 kilolitre ground-level potable water storage tank and pressure-boosting pump station to improve water supply security for the Lakelands community. The concrete tank is about 17 metres in diameter and 4 metres high, with associated pump house and switch room works delivered by DM Civil with Civil & Structures as concrete contractor.
Ocean Hill is a 120-hectare masterplanned coastal community in North Lakelands featuring over 1,900 residential lots. The estate is designed to integrate modern family living with the natural environment, located within walking distance of Madora Beach and the Lakelands Shopping Centre.
New METRONET infill railway station on the Mandurah Line between Warnbro and Mandurah. Opened 11 June 2023 with two side platforms, pedestrian overpass, 8-stand bus interchange, kiss-and-ride, secure cycle storage and a 400-bay car park. Provides an approx. 50-minute commute to Perth CBD and relieves pressure on Mandurah and Warnbro stations.
Major retail destination featuring Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, specialty stores, food court, and medical facilities. Anchors the growing Lakelands community with convenient shopping and services.
A mixed-use neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by an Aldi supermarket, specialty retail shops, fast food outlets, a liquor store, convenience store, service station, and 147 parking spaces. Stage 1 is currently open with overall project completion anticipated in late 2026.
Award-winning masterplanned coastal community jointly developed by Peet Limited and DevelopmentWA, delivering approximately 2,200 homes across multiple precincts including Miramar Park. Situated 55km south of Perth CBD with direct access to 1.5km of beachfront, the estate features parks, playgrounds, a primary school, and community recreation facilities.
A mixed-use neighbourhood shopping centre approved by the Metro Outer Joint Development Assessment Panel (JDAP) in early 2024. Anchored by a 1,165sqm supermarket fronting Thundelarra Drive, the centre includes three specialty retail shops, fast food outlets with drive-through facilities, a 230sqm liquor store, a convenience store, and a service station.
A major mixed-use precinct in the northern Mandurah corridor integrating the Lakelands Shopping Centre (anchored by Coles, Kmart, and ALDI) and the Lakelands Train Station, which became operational in 2023. The development includes the Lakelands Library and Community Centre.
Road infrastructure upgrade to improve traffic flow, safety and connectivity in the growing Lakelands suburb of Mandurah. Works include road widening, new and upgraded intersections on key arterials including Mandurah Road and Lake Valley Drive, cycling paths, and improved pedestrian facilities to support the expanding residential community.
Master planned coastal community delivering around 2200 homes across approximately 155 hectares in Perth's growing southern corridor, less than 15 minutes north of Mandurah.
Masterplanned coastal residential community in North Lakelands being delivered by CP Group and Satterley around the Black Swan Lake parkland. The Ocean Hill estate will ultimately provide about 1900 dwellings across multiple stages, with landscaped open space, walking trails and convenient access to Madora Beach, Lakelands Shopping Centre and Lakelands…
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 7, 2028 6, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 7 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 3.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 16 | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Singleton include: Bayshore Gardens Residential Aged Care & Mixed Density Estate (Approved); Golden Bay Estate - Miramar Park (Construction); Lakelands Estate (Construction); Lakelands Arterial Road Upgrade (Approved); and Vista Private Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Singleton spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Singleton among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Singleton area has seen 81 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Singleton's current population of 4,872 has been supported by 16 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Singleton has seen 3.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 115 people in the suburb of Singleton, 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 Singleton's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 16, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Singleton has grown by approximately 665 people, while 81 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 8.2 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Singleton lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,872 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +21.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,349 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,021 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 851 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.61 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Singleton was estimated to be approximately 4,872 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,760 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of singleton has added approximately 851 people and shown a 21.16% increase from the 4,021 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Singleton is estimated at 1,350 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Singleton has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Singleton is driven by: Interstate migration (37.0%), Overseas migration (35.0%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 37.0% of overall population gains.
Singleton's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.7% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.8% | 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 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Singleton at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Singleton is 2 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Singleton compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Singleton compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Singleton show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.0% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.2% of the population in the suburb of Singleton as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.6% of the population in the suburb of Singleton 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) | $68,941 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,504 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,180 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $920 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 32.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,386 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Singleton is approximately $73,794. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $68,941.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Singleton is approximately $91,523. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,504.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Singleton is approximately $73,794 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $68,941 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Singleton is approximately $91,523 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,504 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Singleton's households (~36.2% / 483 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Singleton is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% 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 Singleton is $2,180/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Singleton is $2,386/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Singleton is $920/wk.
The suburb of Singleton's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Singleton's median income among taxpayers is $68,941 and the average income stands at $85,504, 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 $73,794 (median) and $91,523 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Singleton is $8,000 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of singleton's disposable income is $8,000 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Singleton shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 72.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,580 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,745 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,701 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Singleton has approximately 2,580 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.5%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Singleton stands at 4.5%, 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 Singleton is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (13.6% of employment), education & training (13.2%), and health care & social assistance (12.8%). Other significant employers include mining and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Singleton has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Singleton is 72.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of singleton shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.6% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 3 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of singleton's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Singleton sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
17.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Singleton have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
35.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Singleton have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of singleton ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Singleton are: Certificate (34.4%), Bachelor Degree (13.1%), Advanced Diploma (12.3%).
32.7% of the population in the suburb of Singleton is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.1% in primary school, 9.6% in secondary school, 4.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Singleton is 990, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Singleton, with a combined enrollment of approximately 612 students.
The suburb of singleton includes 1 primary school.
Singleton features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,336 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,619 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Singleton had 1,336 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 21.2% to an estimated 1,619 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Singleton is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.6%), group households (1.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,109 family households, couples with children account for 41.4% of all households, couples without children at home 27.6%, and single parent families 13.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Singleton shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.0% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.6% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Singleton have an average of 1.7 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 51.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 15.6% of all households in the suburb of Singleton, notably lower 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 1.2% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Singleton ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Singleton was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 74.6% of its population born in Australia, 88.7% being citizens, and 95.5% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Singleton, at 40.0% of people, although more residents (57.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Singleton are English, comprising 35.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 28.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Singleton (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Dutch at 2.4% (vs 1.5%) and Maori at 1.7% (vs 0.9%).
25.4% of the suburb of Singleton population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
4.5% of the population in the suburb of Singleton speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.7% of the suburb of Singleton population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
88.7% of the suburb of Singleton population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Singleton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 100.0% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 58.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $370 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Singleton, 22.5% of homes are owned outright, 58.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 18.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 100.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Singleton are houses.
In the suburb of Singleton, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Singleton stands at 22.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Singleton is $1,950, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Singleton is $1,446, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Singleton, households with mortgages typically spend 20.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Singleton is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Singleton shows mortgage holders spending 20.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.0% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Singleton consists of 100.0% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Singleton consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($9,439 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Singleton show attached dwellings contributing 5% of approvals compared to 0% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 95% of applications versus 100% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Singleton (WA): private health cover 59.4%, no long-term health condition 73.1%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 59.4% of people in the suburb of Singleton are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Singleton, 3.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of Singleton are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.0% of the suburb of Singleton population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the suburb of Singleton have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Singleton, 59.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 38th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 412 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 427 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 11 public transport stops within the suburb of Singleton.
The suburb of Singleton has 412 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 58 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 415 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 411 m away and the nearest school 762 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 11 stops nearby, 412 weekly trips, access rating 38 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 11 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 11th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 411 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 762 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 10.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 108 places in Singleton (WA), about 2.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Singleton among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Singleton has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Singleton (WA) is $688 a week, +5.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Singleton lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Singleton's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 84% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Singleton shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Educational attainment in Singleton sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Singleton features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Singleton ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Singleton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Health in Singleton (WA): private health cover 59.4%, no long-term health condition 73.1%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Singleton (WA) has an estimated 4,872 residents, up 21.2% since the 2021 Census, with 58 projects tracked in the area around Singleton (WA).
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 Singleton (WA).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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 (SAL51354). 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 (May 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 Singleton (WA) 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 Singleton (WA) 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.
