South Yunderup

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

According to ABS population figures for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations conducted by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of South Yunderup has an estimated population of 4,986 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,126 individuals (29.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 3,860 residents. The estimate is based on a resident population of 4,983 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 377 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level yields a density of 214 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and capacity for future expansion. The 29.2% rate of expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark of 9.3% and the state average, positioning the community as a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 75.0% of recent population increases, though overseas migration and natural increase also made positive contributions.

For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For areas excluded from this dataset, and to calculate growth trajectories beyond 2032, AreaSearch applies the cohort-specific growth rates published in the 2023 Greater Capital Region projections of the ABS, which utilize 2022 data. Future demographic forecasts indicate that the area will experience population growth above the national median, with aggregated SA2 projections estimating an increase of 791 persons by 2041, representing a total rise of 15.8% over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in South Yunderup was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Based on analysis of ABS building approval records mapped to local areas, the suburb of South Yunderup averages approximately 96 residential approvals annually, translating to an estimated 482 dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 229 approvals have been registered. An average of 2.4 residents moved to the area for every new dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to healthy demand that underpins property markets. Newly constructed homes average $392,000 in value, indicating that developers are prioritizing the premium sector with higher-end dwellings. Meanwhile, commercial development approvals total $161,000 for this financial year, reflecting a very low level of commercial construction.

Per capita construction activity in the suburb of South Yunderup is 86.0% higher than in Greater Perth, providing home buyers with a broader selection of properties. This volume is also substantially above the national average, indicating high developer confidence in the area. Standalone houses constitute 96.0% of new approvals, while townhouses and apartments make up 4.0%, maintaining the low-density profile of the community through detached dwellings popular with buyers seeking space. The area has a ratio of roughly 34 people per dwelling approval, which indicates a growing market.

Demographic projections indicate the suburb of South Yunderup is set to add 788 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Given current construction volumes, the supply of housing should be sufficient to meet this demand, establishing positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that surpasses current projections.

South Yunderup has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 16thth percentile nationally

Changes in infrastructure, major projects, and local planning guidelines can significantly impact regional performance. No projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having an influence on this area. Key regional projects include the Additional Australind Trains Procurement, the Provision Of Regional-Level Sporting Facilities In Growth Areas Perth And Peel, the WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, and the METRONET High Capacity Signalling Project.

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The exceptional employment performance in South Yunderup places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

The workforce of the suburb of South Yunderup is balanced between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a notable concentration in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, and an estimated employment expansion of 10.3% over the prior year, based on localized statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,274, and the unemployment rate sat 2.6% below the 4.2% rate recorded across Greater Perth. However, workforce participation is considerably lower at 55.9% compared to 70.2% in the capital city. Census data shows that a minor 7.9% of residents worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

Mining, manufacturing, and construction stand as the largest employment sectors for residents. The area displays a strong concentration in mining, where the employment share is 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented, employing 10.3% of the workforce compared to 14.8% across the wider region. Comparing the number of working residents to the local job count suggests that local employment options within the area are limited.

An analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated across statistical areas shows that over the 12-month period, the number of employed persons grew by 10.3% and the labor force expanded by 10.6%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 2.0% and the labor force by 2.5%, with its unemployment rate rising by 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by industry. Applying these industry-specific rates to the local employment mix suggests employment for residents will grow by 5.2% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not account for local population changes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Taxpayer income data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that the suburb of South Yunderup has an income level well above the national benchmark. Taxpayers in the suburb of South Yunderup have a median income of $55,930 and an average income of $77,467, compared to Greater Perth averages of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $62,043 for the median and $85,934 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes all ranked moderately, falling between the 30th and 36th percentiles. The figures show that 30.0% of the population, or 1,495 people, earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend where 32.0% of people fall into this bracket. Housing costs consume a significant portion of earnings, leaving just 84.3% of income disposable, which ranks in the 37th percentile.

South Yunderup is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

At the time of the latest Census, housing types in the suburb of South Yunderup consisted of 95.7% detached houses and 4.3% alternative dwellings like apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Perth. The home ownership rate was notably higher than the Perth metropolitan average at 38.7%, with 38.9% of properties held with a mortgage and 22.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,824 was below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent of $335 was lower than the metropolitan figure of $350. Nationally, local mortgage costs sit below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are also considerably lower than the national median of $375.

South Yunderup has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households make up the majority at 76.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 25.6%, couples without children at 38.7%, and single parent households at 10.7%. Non-family households account for 24.0% of the total, with lone person households at 21.8% and group households at 2.3%. The median household size of 2.4 persons is slightly below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in South Yunderup fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational profiles present challenges, as the university qualification rate of 11.7% is considerably below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights both a regional challenge and a target for educational development. Bachelor degrees represent the largest segment at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical and vocational credentials are highly common, with 46.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 35.3%.

Enrolment rates are high, with 26.5% of the population actively participating in education. This includes 11.2% in primary school, 7.4% in high school, and 2.7% attending tertiary institutions.

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

Public transport networks include 19 active bus stops located within the suburb of South Yunderup. These stops are served by 2 separate routes, providing a combined 69 passenger journeys per week. Transit access is rated as good, with dwellings averaging 314 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport method at 86%. Dwellings average 1.6 vehicles each. A relatively low 7.9% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

Service frequency averages 9 runs per day across the route network, translating to approximately 3 weekly services per stop.

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

Health outcomes in the suburb of South Yunderup are above the regional average, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illnesses showing low rates of common health issues across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high private health insurance rate covering approximately 58% of the population, or about 2,889 individuals.

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health concerns, affecting 9.8% and 8.1% of the community. However, 63.7% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Health profiles for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 28.6% of the population, totaling 1,425 people, which is higher than the 16.1% average in Greater Perth. Health outcomes for these seniors are above average, with rankings in line with the broader population.

South Yunderup ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

The suburb of South Yunderup has below-average levels of cultural diversity, with 79.8% of the population born in Australia, 88.8% holding citizenship, and 96.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.4% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

English ancestry is the most common at 37.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 28.0%, followed by Australian ancestry at 29.6%, also above the regional average of 21.2%, and Scottish ancestry at 7.7%. Specific ethnic representations show differences from regional averages, with Maori heritage at 1.3% of the suburb of South Yunderup compared to 0.9% regionally, New Zealand background at 1.1% compared to 0.8%, and Dutch ancestry at 1.5% compared to 1.5%.

South Yunderup hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

With a median age of 47 years, the suburb of South Yunderup has a population significantly older than Greater Perth's average of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 15.0% compared to Greater Perth, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 10.2%. This 65 - 74 cohort concentration is higher than the national share of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 8.4% to 11.1% of the population. In contrast, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 13.9% to 12.3%, and the 65 to 74 group decreased from 16.1% to 15.0%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041 the local age profile will shift, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to grow by 59%, adding 328 residents to reach 882. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to account for 80% of total population growth, highlighting demographic aging, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are projected to contract.