South Guildford

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

In the suburb of South Guildford, estimates generated by AreaSearch from ABS population adjustments and newly verified address coordinates suggest the resident population stands at approximately 4,780 in May 2026. Comparing this to the 2021 Census tally of 3,781 people, the suburb of South Guildford expanded by 999 people, or 26.4%. This adjustment was calculated from a base resident count of 4,718 derived from the ABS ERP updates of June 2025, combined with an additional 273 validated addresses identified after the Census date. With these numbers, the suburb of South Guildford has a density of 922 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with standard results across other surveyed areas. The growth rate of 26.4% in the suburb of South Guildford outstripped the national benchmark of 9.3% and the state metric, establishing it as a regional frontrunner. The expansion was largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 65.0% of the overall population increases, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.

Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch to individual SA2 zones. For locations lacking this coverage, or for periods past 2032, growth calculations draw upon cohort-specific expansion rates published by the ABS in their 2023 Greater Capital Region forecasts using 2022 data. Looking forward, statistical areas in the highest nationwide growth tier are expected to see significant gains, with SA2-level modeling predicting that the suburb of South Guildford will add 1,227 persons by 2041, representing a 24.4% rise over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions South Guildford among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on building approvals data from the ABS allocated to local statistical zones, South Guildford averages roughly 96 residential approvals annually, with 480 housing approvals recorded over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 77 approvals during the current FY-26 period. Over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the area recorded an average of 2.1 new residents per built dwelling, indicating sustained demand that supports local real estate value. The average valuation of these approved homes is $436,000, illustrating a developer focus on high-quality, premium segments. Additionally, commercial development approvals reached $32.9 million for the current financial year, highlighting solid business investment locally.

Furthermore, recent residential additions have consisted exclusively of separate houses, preserving the established low-density aesthetic of the neighborhood and providing spacious options for families. Recording about 73 individuals for each approved dwelling, the location displays classic markers of an expanding residential zone.

Long-term projections indicate that South Guildford is on track to welcome 1,165 new inhabitants by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the volume of incoming housing should comfortably satisfy this demand, creating favorable buyer options and potentially supporting population growth beyond the baseline projections.

South Guildford has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

Local performance is heavily shaped by revisions to infrastructure, development planning, and major works. Five key projects have been cataloged by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the neighborhood. Prominent examples include the Hazelmere Interchange, Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Concept Masterplan, METRONET New Midland Station and METRONET East - Midland, and the METRONET East - Midland Urban Renewal Precinct, with details provided on those of highest relevance.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees South Guildford performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

South Guildford boasts a highly skilled labor pool with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial fields, alongside an unemployment rate of 1.6% and an estimated employment growth of 0.9% over the previous year according to AreaSearch aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,624 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, which is 1.6 percentage points lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation remains broadly comparable to Greater Perth's 70.2%. Census data indicates that only 9.7% of residents work from home, though this figure should be interpreted with consideration of the lasting effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.

Resident jobs are primarily situated in construction, education & training, and health care & social assistance. A clear local specialization is evident in transport, postal & warehousing, where the workforce proportion is 1.6 times the regional average. In contrast, health care & social assistance is less prominent at 12.6% compared to the metropolitan standard of 14.8%. Although there are local employment options nearby, comparison of Census worker counts to resident numbers suggests a significant proportion of the population travels outside the area to work.

According to SALM and ABS figures aggregated from regional units, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw a 0.9% increase in both local jobs and the active labor force, which preserved a stable unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% rise in jobs, a 2.5% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context for future labor needs. These five and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local worker profile to estimate future trends. While employment nationwide is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates differ by industry. Extrapolating these patterns based on the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents will expand by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation rather than a localized population forecast.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Taxpayer data from the ATO at the postcode level for financial year 2023 indicates a median income of $63,883 and an average of $75,109. This represents a high tier nationally, comparing to the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for a 10.93% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would stand around $70,865 for the median and $83,318 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual, household, and family incomes in the area ranked between the 78th and 82nd percentiles nationwide. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 34.4% of residents (1,644 people), close to the metropolitan average of 32.0% in this range. Economic capacity is also demonstrated by the 32.6% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins strong consumer activity. Housing costs consume 14.9% of income, while solid earnings place local disposable income in the 79th percentile and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile.

South Guildford is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Residential options in the area at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.8% separate houses and 6.1% alternative types like semi-detached dwellings and apartments, compared to 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across Greater Perth. Home ownership rates were slightly lower than the metropolitan benchmark at 26.4%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (55.0%) or occupied by renters (18.6%). The median mortgage payment of $2,000 monthly was higher than the metropolitan median of $1,907, while weekly rent was recorded at $400 compared to the Perth average of $350. Nationally, local mortgage costs sit above the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.

South Guildford features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Families comprise the majority of local households at 77.0%, consisting of couples with children at 37.7%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parents at 9.9%. Non-family households represent the remaining 23.0%, with single person living arrangements making up 20.0% and group households accounting for 2.9%. The median occupancy size is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Perth.

South Guildford demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Among local individuals aged 15 and over, tertiary qualifications have been obtained by 28.9%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest group at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 37.0% of the population aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of 11.1% with advanced diplomas and 25.9% with certificates.

Engagement in learning is high, with 27.7% of the population enrolled in an educational course. This share includes 10.8% in primary schooling, 6.8% in secondary institutions, and 4.3% in higher education.

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

Public transport links include 59 active passenger stops inside the suburb, consisting of bus services. These stops support 2 separate routes that run a combined 276 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is high, with the average distance from a home to the nearest stop measuring 178 meters. Being mostly residential, the majority of workers travel outward to jobs, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 85%, followed by train travel at 7%. Households average 1.7 cars, exceeding the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was potentially influenced by pandemic rules.

Across the available routes, service frequency averages 39 trips daily, which translates to roughly 4 weekly trips for each transport stop.

The level of general health in South Guildford is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates show favorable health outcomes, with low levels of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high private health insurance rate of approximately 57% of the population, representing about 2,725 people.

Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 7.7% and 8.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 71.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 71.9% for the Greater Perth area. The population under 65 demonstrates stronger health metrics than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 12.5% of the local population (597 people), which is lower than the 16.1% average for Greater Perth. Health scores among these older residents are above average, with national percentiles aligned with the broader community.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in South Guildford was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The local population displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 29.4% of residents born outside Australia and 13.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.1% of the population. The most prominent relative difference is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Looking at parent birthplaces, the primary ancestries are English at 29.6%, Australian at 23.1%, and Irish at 7.9%. Some specific backgrounds show distinct variations: Welsh ancestry represents 1.0% of the population compared to 0.7% regionally, New Zealand represents 1.3% compared to 0.8%, and Hungarian ancestry represents 0.4% compared to 0.2%.

South Guildford's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

With a median age of 37, the local population matches the Greater Perth average of 37 and is similar to the national benchmark of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age cohort is well represented at 18.7% compared to the wider metro area, while the 15 - 24 group is smaller at 10.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 9.0% to 10.1%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 17.6% to 18.7%. However, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 11.4% to 10.4%. Looking toward 2041, forecasts show changes in the local age profile, led by the 45 to 54 group which is expected to rise by 39% (adding 236 people to grow from 611 to 848), while the 5 to 14 cohort is projected to increase by a minor 5% (adding 29 people).