Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Sorrento (WA) has an estimated 8,616 residents, up 10.5% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Sorrento (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located approximately 17 kilometres northwest from the Perth CBD, the suburb of Sorrento (WA) is an affluent coastal enclave characterised by an exceptionally well-educated population and high concentrations of older Australians, predominantly residing in family households and couple-only arrangements. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates alongside quarterly national address file releases, the suburb of Sorrento (WA) has an estimated resident base of 8,616 as of August 2026. This reflects a steady expansion of 821 people (10.5%) since the 2021 Census, when 7,795 residents were recorded, demonstrating healthy and moderate population growth across recent years.
Alongside high proportions of married couples, the community is anchored by standout local school performance levels and outstanding educational attainment. These structural factors combine to establish the suburb of Sorrento (WA) as an established, high-performing residential community with enduring lifestyle and demographic appeal as of Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located approximately 17 kilometres northwest from the Perth CBD, the suburb of Sorrento (WA) is an affluent coastal enclave characterised by an exceptionally well-educated population and high concentrations of older Australians, predominantly residing in family households and couple-only arrangements. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) updates alongside quarterly national address file releases, the suburb of Sorrento (WA) has an estimated resident base of 8,616 as of August 2026. This reflects a steady expansion of 821 people (10.5%) since the 2021 Census, when 7,795 residents were recorded, demonstrating healthy and moderate population growth across recent years.
Alongside high proportions of married couples, the community is anchored by standout local school performance levels and outstanding educational attainment. These structural factors combine to establish the suburb of Sorrento (WA) as an established, high-performing residential community with enduring lifestyle and demographic appeal as of Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,651 in 2006 and 8,592 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 8,616 (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, 13.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 31.1%.
Sorrento (WA) ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 94th for health.
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 Sorrento (WA) is $960 a week, up 9.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 33% above Greater Perth.
33% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $960 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Joondalup | $830 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Joondalup, over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 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 - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 10 projects in Sorrento (WA) (3 under construction) and 31 more in the surrounding area.
Comprehensive foreshore improvement project including boardwalk upgrades, public facility enhancements, native vegetation restoration, and…
Harbour Rise is a long established coastal estate on the hillside overlooking Hillarys Boat Harbour, directly across from Sorrento and…
Major staged redevelopment of the Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club and surrounding foreshore precinct.
Boutique collection of 73 luxury beachfront residences featuring one, two, and three-bedroom apartments plus exclusive three and…
Capacity expansion and facility improvements at Sorrento Primary School to support growing enrolments.
Over 55s independent living village in Sorrento providing 110 two and three bedroom villas and 59 one bedroom and bedsit units.
Comprehensive renovation and upgrade of the Sorrento Community Centre facility located at 22 Padbury Circle, featuring modernised meeting…
Landmark seven-storey coastal apartment development featuring 83 premium residences (18 one-bedroom, 35 two-bedroom, 22 three-bedroom…
An 83-residence luxury apartment development at 3 Delos Way, Sorrento, located at the gateway to Hillarys Boat Harbour.
A landmark mixed-use development at the gateway to Hillarys Boat Harbour.
Extension of the coastal shared path network connecting Sorrento to neighbouring suburbs, featuring new sealed pathways, rest areas…
Redevelopment of the nearly 50-year-old Glengarry Shopping Centre into a modern retail and commercial precinct.
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Estimated completion year of the 25 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 7, 2027 10, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 2. 5 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 4.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 38 | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Sorrento include: Harbour Rise (Construction); Ora Sorrento (Construction); Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club Redevelopment (Construction); Seacrest Village Redevelopment (Under Assessment); and Sorrento Primary School Capacity Expansion (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Sorrento spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Education & Training, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Sorrento among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Sorrento area has seen 102 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Sorrento's current population of 8,616 has been supported by 38 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Sorrento has seen 4.6 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 167 people in the suburb of Sorrento, 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 Sorrento's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 38, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Sorrento has grown by approximately 589 people, while 188 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.1 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.
Sorrento 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 | 8,616 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,421 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,795 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 821 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.56 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Sorrento was estimated to be approximately 8,616 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 8,592 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of sorrento has added approximately 821 people and shown a 10.53% increase from the 7,795 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Sorrento is estimated at 2,420 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Sorrento has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Sorrento is driven by: Overseas migration (85.0%), Natural increase (15.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 85.0% of overall population gains.
Sorrento hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 85th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.3% | 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 | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Sorrento at 46 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 46 years as at August 2026, Sorrento is 9 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 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 Sorrento compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 13.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Sorrento compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Sorrento show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (10.1% vs 5.5%) and 85+ year-olds (3.4% vs 2.0%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (7.6% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.2% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.2% of the population in the suburb of Sorrento as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 26.8% of the population in the suburb of Sorrento as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,739 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $107,274 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,472 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $971 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 43.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,064 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Sorrento is approximately $74,649. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,739.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Sorrento is approximately $114,826. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $107,274.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Sorrento is approximately $74,649 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,739 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Sorrento is approximately $114,826 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $107,274 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Sorrento's households (~31.1% / 853 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Sorrento is the $4000+ group, representing about 31.1% 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 Sorrento is $2,472/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Sorrento is $3,064/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Sorrento is $971/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Sorrento is among the top percentile nationally, with the median assessed at $69,739 while the average income stands at $107,274. 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 $74,649 (median) and $114,826 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Sorrento is $9,469 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of sorrento's disposable income is $9,469 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Sorrento places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,857 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,862 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,900 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Sorrento has approximately 4,857 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.9%. 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 Sorrento stands at 0.9%, which is 3.3 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 Sorrento is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.1% of employment), education & training (12.0%), and professional & technical (11.6%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Sorrento 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 Sorrento is 67.1%, 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 sorrento shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of sorrento'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 Sorrento places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 37.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
37.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Sorrento have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
31.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Sorrento have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of sorrento ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Sorrento are: Bachelor Degree (26.1%), Certificate (18.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.9%).
28.4% of the population in the suburb of Sorrento is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.6% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 5.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Sorrento is 1108, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Sorrento, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,926 students.
The suburb of sorrento includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Sorrento features high concentrations of family households and couples without 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 | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.0% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,740 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,029 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Sorrento had 2,740 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.5% to an estimated 3,029 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Sorrento is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.0%), group households (0.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,217 family households, couples with children account for 41.0% of all households, couples without children at home 32.8%, and single parent families 6.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Sorrento shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.0% 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 Sorrento have an average of 1.8 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 62.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 25.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 18.0% of all households in the suburb of Sorrento, 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 0.9% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Sorrento was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Sorrento was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 9.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 30.0% born overseas.
The main religion in Sorrento was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.9% of people in Sorrento. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Sorrento are English, comprising 30.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Sorrento (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.4% (vs 1.0%) and Polish at 1.2% (vs 0.7%).
30.0% of the suburb of Sorrento population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
9.4% of the population in the suburb of Sorrento speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the suburb of Sorrento population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
91.8% of the suburb of Sorrento population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Sorrento 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 | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 49.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $480 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Sorrento, 49.9% of homes are owned outright, 38.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Sorrento are houses.
In the suburb of Sorrento, 5.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Sorrento stands at 49.9%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Sorrento is $2,600, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Sorrento is $1,243, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Sorrento, households with mortgages typically spend 24.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Sorrento is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Sorrento shows mortgage holders spending 24.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Sorrento consists of 80.8% detached houses, 13.6% semi-detached dwellings, 5.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Sorrento consumes approximately 11.6% of median household income ($10,704 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Sorrento show attached dwellings contributing 63% of approvals compared to 19% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 37% of applications versus 81% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Sorrento'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 | 68.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 89th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.3% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
Around 68.2% of people in the suburb of Sorrento are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Sorrento, 3.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the suburb of Sorrento are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Sorrento population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.0% of people in the suburb of Sorrento have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Sorrento, 68.2% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 54th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 59 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 910 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 33rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 145 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 59 public transport stops within the suburb of Sorrento.
The suburb of Sorrento has 910 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 130 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 173 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 600 m away and the nearest child care centre 657 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 59 stops nearby, 910 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 28 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 28th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 600 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 644 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 657 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 692 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Sorrento among the top 26% of areas assessed nationwide.
Sorrento has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 38% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Sorrento (WA) is $960 a week, +9.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Sorrento has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Sorrento hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Sorrento places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Educational achievement in Sorrento places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Sorrento features high concentrations of family households and couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Sorrento was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Sorrento is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Sorrento'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 moderate 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.
Sorrento (WA) has an estimated 8,616 residents, up 10.5% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Sorrento (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 Sorrento (WA).
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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 (SAL51360). 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 Sorrento (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 Sorrento (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.
