Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Spearwood has an estimated 12,377 residents, up 13.1% since the 2021 Census, with 25 projects tracked in the area around Spearwood.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Spearwood is located 18 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter, the suburb of Spearwood had an estimated population of around 12,377 as of Aug 2026. This is an increase of 1,433 people (13.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 10,944 people. The area has a strong semi-detached presence, a high share of residents born overseas, and notable employment bases in mining, manufacturing, logistics and transport. Residents are somewhat older than in a typical Australian area, with a median age of 41, while population growth has been strong.
Spearwood is in Western Australia and is described as having picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches and abundant parks for recreation. Its residential neighbourhoods include varied architectural styles, with shopping and dining options in the area. The suburb has a multicultural community and strong cultural heritage, reflected in community events, and offers a range of educational institutions.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Spearwood is located 18 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter, the suburb of Spearwood had an estimated population of around 12,377 as of Aug 2026. This is an increase of 1,433 people (13.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 10,944 people. The area has a strong semi-detached presence, a high share of residents born overseas, and notable employment bases in mining, manufacturing, logistics and transport. Residents are somewhat older than in a typical Australian area, with a median age of 41, while population growth has been strong.
Spearwood is in Western Australia and is described as having picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches and abundant parks for recreation. Its residential neighbourhoods include varied architectural styles, with shopping and dining options in the area. The suburb has a multicultural community and strong cultural heritage, reflected in community events, and offers a range of educational institutions.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,298 in 2006 and 12,241 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,377 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.5%.
Spearwood ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for development activity and the 78th 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 Spearwood is $700 a week, up 6.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $700 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cockburn | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cockburn, over 12 months | +7.2% | 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 |
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Status of the 5 tracked applications: 1 approved, 3 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 25 projects in and around Spearwood, 9 of them under construction.
Major $5.5 million redevelopment of Phoenix Shopping Centre and Activity Centre including new retail spaces, external dining precinct seating 250 guests, children's playground, upgraded interiors, enhanced landscaping, and improved accessibility. Part of comprehensive Phoenix Central Revitalisation Strategy.
Award-winning sustainable residential redevelopment of the former Hamilton Senior High School site by DevelopmentWA. The project will deliver around 300 homes across a mix of lot types with extensive retained trees, parks, nature play areas and waterwise infrastructure.
Mixed-use development featuring 61 apartments over five floors plus 1 retail unit in a sought-after coastal location near Port Coogee Marina. Proposed 5 Star Green Star rating. Facilities include rooftop terrace, gymnasium, private dining and lounge area, car wash station, pet wash station, automated parcel lockers, and residents' workshop.
Redevelopment of the existing caravan park and holiday accommodation facilities at Coogee Beach to modern tourism standards, including new cabins, modern amenities, and recreational facilities with improved environmental sustainability. The multi-million dollar project follows finalisation of long-term lease arrangements with the City of Cockburn.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) house developed by Uniting WA in Spearwood, featuring a fully accessible design compliant with Silver Level Liveable Housing Australia standards. The sustainable residence achieves a 7-star NatHERS energy rating and includes solar panels and waterwise gardens. Construction completed in August 2025.
Replacement of the demolished pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Stock Road to reconnect Hamilton Hill and Coolbellup. Main Roads WA notes planning review for the future of Stock Road is underway (including pier locations and environmental reviews) with the planning review expected to complete by mid-2026.
Comprehensive redevelopment of mental health facilities at Fremantle Hospital including 40 additional inpatient beds, a 24/7 mental health crisis centre, and specialist therapeutic spaces with modern accessibility standards.
A 47-hectare coastal masterplanned community being developed by DevelopmentWA on former industrial land as part of the broader Cockburn Coast Redevelopment Area, located 4km south of Fremantle.
Major upgrade and expansion of Yangebup Primary School delivering new permanent classrooms, a redeveloped administration building, refurbished undercover assembly area and associated external works.
Stage 1 of the Cockburn Coast Oval project includes the development of a fully irrigated sports oval and supporting amenities, delivering critical recreational infrastructure for the growing North Coogee community.
Beachside North Coogee is an exclusive residential enclave situated within the Robb's Jetty precinct, comprising 52 residential lots and 3 apartment sites. Curated by David Barr Architects, the project focuses on medium-density housing with sustainable design principles and close proximity to the Indian Ocean.
A $250 million all-electric medium-density community at Beaconsfield featuring 206 architecturally designed one to three-storey townhouses with one to four bedrooms.
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Estimated completion year of the 17 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 4, 2027 4, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1.
AreaSearch has tracked 5 substantial development applications lodged in and around Spearwood over the period covered (about 1.7 years), 3 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2025 (part year) 3, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.7 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 79 | ABS building approvals | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.7 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.7 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Spearwood include: Windfall Residences Port Coogee (Planning); Shoreline North Coogee (Construction); Kwinana Freeway Upgrade (Roe Highway to Safety Bay Road) (Planning); Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); and City of Rockingham Road Renewal Program 2024-2025 (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Spearwood spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Spearwood currently ranks below national averages at the 38th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Spearwood among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Spearwood area has seen 178 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Spearwood's current population of 12,377 has been supported by 79 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Spearwood has seen 6.8 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 136 people in the suburb of Spearwood, 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 Spearwood's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 79, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Spearwood has grown by approximately 1,108 people, while 393 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Spearwood are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,377 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,030 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,944 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,433 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.10 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Spearwood was estimated to be approximately 12,377 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,241 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Spearwood has added approximately 1,433 people and shown a 13.09% increase from the 10,944 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Spearwood is estimated at 2,029 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Spearwood has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Spearwood is driven by: Overseas migration (56.99999999999999%), Interstate migration (31.0%), Natural increase (12.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 56.99999999999999% of overall population gains.
Spearwood's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Spearwood at 40 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Spearwood is 3 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 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 Spearwood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 7.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Spearwood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Spearwood show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 75-84 year-olds (7.8% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.3% of the population in the suburb of Spearwood as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.8% of the population in the suburb of Spearwood as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,494 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,295 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,448 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $751 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,898 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Spearwood is approximately $66,894. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,494.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Spearwood is approximately $83,807. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,295.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Spearwood is approximately $66,894 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,494 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Spearwood is approximately $83,807 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,295 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Spearwood's households (~30.5% / 1,362 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Spearwood is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.5% 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 Spearwood is $1,448/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Spearwood is $1,898/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Spearwood is $751/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Spearwood is higher than average nationally, with the median assessed at $62,494 while the average income stands at $78,295. 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 $66,894 (median) and $83,807 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Spearwood is $5,231 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Spearwood's disposable income is $5,231 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Spearwood recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,348 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,314 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,724 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Spearwood has approximately 6,348 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.6%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Spearwood stands at 5.6%, which is 1.4 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Spearwood is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.2% of employment), construction (10.6%), and retail trade (10.4%). Other significant employers include education & training and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Spearwood has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Spearwood is 64.8%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Spearwood shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 8.9% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Spearwood's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Spearwood shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
20.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Spearwood have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
41.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Spearwood have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Spearwood ranks in the 43th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Spearwood are: Certificate (28.4%), Bachelor Degree (14.9%), Advanced Diploma (10.4%).
24.6% of the population in the suburb of Spearwood is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.7% in primary school, 6.3% in secondary school, 5.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Spearwood is 1016, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Spearwood, with a combined enrollment of approximately 536 students.
The suburb of Spearwood includes 3 primary schools.
Spearwood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,471 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,056 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Spearwood had 4,471 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.1% to an estimated 5,056 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Spearwood is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.5%), group households (3.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,937 family households, couples with children account for 25.3% of all households, couples without children at home 27.0%, and single parent families 12.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Spearwood shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.5% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.7% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Spearwood have an average of 1.6 children, matching the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 30.5% of all households in the suburb of Spearwood, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.7% of households, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Spearwood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 36.4% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 26.1% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 73.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.6% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
Spearwood scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 26.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 36.4% born overseas.
The main religion in Spearwood was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.2% of people in Spearwood. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Spearwood are English, comprising 24.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.7% of the population, and Italian, comprising 11.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 5.4% of Spearwood (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Serbian at 1.3% (vs 0.3%) and Filipino at 2.9% (vs 1.4%).
36.4% of the suburb of Spearwood population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
26.1% of the population in the suburb of Spearwood speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.4% of the suburb of Spearwood population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
85.7% of the suburb of Spearwood population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Spearwood 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 | 29.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 73.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 21.0% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Spearwood, 36.1% of homes are owned outright, 34.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 29.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 73.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Spearwood are houses.
In the suburb of Spearwood, 5.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 21.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Spearwood stands at 36.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Spearwood is $1,733, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Spearwood is $1,043, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Spearwood, households with mortgages typically spend 27.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Spearwood is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Spearwood shows mortgage holders spending 27.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 24.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Spearwood consists of 73.6% detached houses, 21.0% semi-detached dwellings, 5.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Spearwood consumes approximately 16.6% of median household income ($6,270 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Spearwood show attached dwellings contributing 41% of approvals compared to 26% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 59% of applications versus 74% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Spearwood's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.7% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Around 56.4% of people in the suburb of Spearwood are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Spearwood, 7.3% 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 Spearwood are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the suburb of Spearwood population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the suburb of Spearwood have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Spearwood, 56.4% 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 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 | 66 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,411 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 188 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 6 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 66 public transport stops within the suburb of Spearwood.
The suburb of Spearwood has 1,411 weekly trips across 6 routes, averaging 201 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 187 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 458 m away and the nearest school 565 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 66 stops nearby, 1,411 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 36 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 36th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 458 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 565 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 570 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 595 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 622 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 679 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Spearwood among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Spearwood has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Spearwood is $700 a week, +6.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Spearwood are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Spearwood's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Spearwood recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Spearwood shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Spearwood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Spearwood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Spearwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Spearwood's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
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.
Spearwood has an estimated 12,377 residents, up 13.1% since the 2021 Census, with 25 projects tracked in the area around Spearwood.
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 Spearwood.
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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 (SAL51396). 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 Spearwood 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 Spearwood 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.
