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Population
Population growth drivers in Spearwood are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Spearwood statistical area (Lv2) is around 12,346. This reflects an increase of 1,402 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,944. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 12,031 residents following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 100 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,023 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. The Spearwood (SA2) experienced a growth rate of 12.8% between the 2021 Census and November 2025, exceeding the national average of 9.7%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth being positive factors.
AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Considering these projections, an above median population growth is projected for statistical areas across the nation, with the Spearwood (SA2) expected to grow by 2,515 persons to reach a total of 14,861 by 2041, reflecting a gain of 19.4% over the 17-year period.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Spearwood among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide
Spearwood recorded approximately 73 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 369 homes were approved, with an additional 41 approved so far in FY-26. On average, each home built over the past five financial years accommodates about 3.9 new residents per year.
This demand significantly exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $376,000, which is somewhat higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. In FY-26, there have been approximately $2.5 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development focus compared to residential development.
When measured against Greater Perth, Spearwood shows around 68% of the construction activity per person and ranks among the 74th percentile of areas assessed nationally based on its level of development activity. New development consists predominantly of standalone homes (83.0%) with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (17.0%), preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 167 people per dwelling approval, Spearwood exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Spearwood is projected to gain approximately 2,399 residents by 2041. Development in the area appears to be keeping pace with projected population growth, although increasing competition among buyers may arise as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Infrastructure
Spearwood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified four projects likely to impact the area: Spearwood Housing Project - Uniting WA, Phoenix Activity Centre Redevelopment, Shoreline North Coogee, and Windfall Residences Port Coogee. The following list details those most relevant.
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HMAS Stirling Redevelopment and AUKUS Nuclear-Powered Submarine Infrastructure Program
A multibillion-dollar Commonwealth initiative to upgrade HMAS Stirling and the Henderson maritime precinct for the AUKUS program. The project supports the Submarine Rotational Force-West (SRF-West) from 2027 and the future SSN-AUKUS fleet. Key works include the construction of operational berths at Diamantina Pier, a nuclear-powered submarine training centre, a Controlled Industrial Facility for maintenance, and extensive upgrades to power, security, and accommodation. Dredging and piling for new wharf infrastructure are scheduled through 2026 to ensure readiness for international submarine rotations.
Mandurah Line
70.8km suburban railway line connecting Perth CBD to Mandurah with 13 stations including Rockingham and Warnbro stations. Operates through Kwinana Freeway median with dedicated underground tunnels through Perth CBD. Serves as vital transport link for region. Recent extensions include integration with Thornlie-Cockburn Link in June 2025.
Kwinana Freeway Upgrade (Roe Highway to Safety Bay Road)
A major upgrade to the Kwinana Freeway to alleviate congestion and support the future Westport facility. Key works include widening the freeway to three lanes in each direction between Russell Road and Mortimer Road, a new southbound lane between Roe Highway and Berrigan Drive, and a new northbound lane from Russell Road to Beeliar Drive. The project also introduces coordinated ramp signals on northbound on-ramps between Safety Bay Road and Roe Highway to improve traffic flow and safety for approximately 100,000 daily vehicles.
Kwinana Freeway Upgrade (Roe Highway to Safety Bay Road)
A $700 million project to widen and upgrade the Kwinana Freeway between Roe Highway and Safety Bay Road to improve safety and freight efficiency for over 100,000 daily vehicles. Key features include an additional lane in each direction between Russell Road and Mortimer Road, a new southbound lane between Roe Highway and Berrigan Drive, and a new northbound lane from Russell Road to Beeliar Drive. The project also introduces coordinated ramp signals on northbound on-ramps and upgrades to the Principal Shared Path (PSP) network. Environmental assessments are currently underway following its designation as a 'controlled action' under the EPBC Act, with preliminary documentation expected in early 2026. Procurement is active with a construction contract award scheduled for mid-2026.
Shoreline North Coogee
Large-scale coastal residential development with apartments, townhouses, and commercial spaces. Beachfront location with sustainable design, community facilities, and integration with natural coastline environment.
City of Rockingham Road Renewal Program 2024-2025
The 2024/2025 Road Rehabilitation and Renewal Program is part of the City of Rockingham's annual asset management activities aimed at maintaining road and footpath networks to appropriate standards for safety and comfort of all users. The program includes the resurfacing of 13.5 km of local roads and 3.7 km of footpaths, replacing broken kerbing, and upgrading stormwater drainage lids across 48 projects.
Windfall Residences Port Coogee
Mixed-use development featuring 61 apartments over five floors plus 1 retail unit in 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.
Spearwood Housing Project - Uniting WA
Supported Independent Living (SIL) house providing fully accessible design with Silver Level Liveable Housing Australia standards. 7-star NatHERS energy rating with solar panels and waterwise gardens. Completion August 2025.
Employment
Spearwood shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia
Spearwood's workforce is skilled with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 6.0% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.9% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.
As of that date, 6,563 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 2.0% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was lower at 60.6%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. The dominant employment sectors among residents included health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Manufacturing showed particularly strong specialization with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.
Conversely, professional & technical services had lower representation at 5.3% versus the regional average of 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.9% and labour force increased by 4.5%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.9%, labour force growth of 3.0%, with unemployment rising marginally. State-level data from 25-Nov showed WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Spearwood's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and did not account for localised population projections.
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Income
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended June 30, 2023 shows median income in Spearwood suburb was $56,178, higher than national average of $54,966. Average income stood at $70,714 compared to Greater Perth's median and average incomes of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 30, 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $61,582 (median) and $77,517 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household income in Spearwood ranks at the 34th percentile, family income at the 32nd, and personal income at the 38th. Income brackets indicate that 30.5% of residents (3,765 people) earn between $1,500 - $2,999 annually, consistent with metropolitan region trends showing 32.0% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 31st percentile. Spearwood's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Housing
Spearwood is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Spearwood's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.6% houses and 26.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 81.2% houses and 18.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Spearwood stood at 36.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.5% and rented ones at 29.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Perth metro's $1,950. The median weekly rent in Spearwood was $350, compared to Perth metro's $370. Nationally, Spearwood's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Household Composition
Spearwood features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households account for 65.7 percent of all households, including 25.3 percent couples with children, 27.0 percent couples without children, and 12.2 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.3 percent, with lone person households at 30.5 percent and group households comprising 3.7 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
Local Schools & Education
Spearwood shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist
The area's university qualification rate is 20.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (28.4%). A total of 24.6% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, comprising 7.7% in primary, 6.3% in secondary, and 5.1% in tertiary education.
A substantial 24.6% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 7.7% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Spearwood has 64 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by six different routes that together facilitate 1,422 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 187 meters from the nearest stop.
On average, there are 203 daily trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 22 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Health performance in Spearwood is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts
Spearwood faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 55% of the total population (~6,823 people), compared to 57.9% across Greater Perth.
The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 8.9 and 8.5% of residents respectively. 67.7% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.9% across Greater Perth. The area has 22.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2,753 people), which is higher than the 14.8% in Greater Perth. This aligns with the general population's health profile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cultural Diversity
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's cultural diversity is notable, with 26.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 36.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 57.2%. Judaism, however, is slightly overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 0.1%.
The top three ancestral groups are English (24.5%), Australian (19.7%), and Italian (11.2%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Croatian (5.4% vs regional 2.3%), Serbian (1.3% vs 0.7%), and Filipino (2.9% vs 2.1%) are notably more prevalent in Spearwood.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
Spearwood's median age exceeds the national pattern
Spearwood's median age is 41 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and slightly older than Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Spearwood has a notably higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (8.2%) but a lower proportion of those aged 5-14 (9.9%). According to the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group increased from 7.2% to 8.2%, while the 45-54 cohort decreased from 13.0% to 12.0%. By 2041, Spearwood's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 65-74 cohort is expected to grow by 45%, adding 599 residents to reach 1,933. Residents aged 65 and older are anticipated to represent 66% of the population growth. Conversely, populations in the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are projected to decline.