Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Stirling (WA) has an estimated 11,288 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Stirling (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Stirling (WA) lies around 8.7 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD and is estimated to have roughly 11,288 residents as of Aug 2026. AreaSearch's analysis draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,123 people (11.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,165 people. Growth in the area shows moderate expansion patterns. The local population is well educated, with strong outright home ownership and a high proportion of married families. Median household income is above average, and the population is exceptionally diverse, with a high share of overseas-born residents. A notable mining employment base is also among its market factors.
Residents are somewhat older than in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 42, and the community is largely made up of family households and couples with children. Education levels are very high.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Stirling (WA) lies around 8.7 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD and is estimated to have roughly 11,288 residents as of Aug 2026. AreaSearch's analysis draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 1,123 people (11.0%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,165 people. Growth in the area shows moderate expansion patterns. The local population is well educated, with strong outright home ownership and a high proportion of married families. Median household income is above average, and the population is exceptionally diverse, with a high share of overseas-born residents. A notable mining employment base is also among its market factors.
Residents are somewhat older than in the typical Australian area, with a median age of 42, and the community is largely made up of family households and couples with children. Education levels are very high.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,590 in 2006 and 11,202 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,288 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27%.
Stirling (WA) ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for health and the 86th for transport & access.
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 Stirling (WA) is $875 a week, up 9.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 21% above Greater Perth.
21% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $875 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, Stirling | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Stirling, over 12 months | +8.3% | 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 |
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Status of the 75 tracked applications: 53 approved, 0 under assessment, 22 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Stirling (WA) (6 under construction) and 46 more in the surrounding area.
Expansion of Osborne Park Hospital at 26 Osborne Place, Stirling, delivered as part of the $1.8 billion New Women and Babies Hospital…
Major upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange to expand capacity from 18 to 30 bus stands.
A package of state and federal government transport infrastructure works supporting the transformation of Stirling City Centre into Perth's…
Phase 2 of the Stephenson Avenue Extension creates a new east-west connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road via a new…
Extension of the principal shared path network providing safe cycling and pedestrian connections throughout the Stirling area, including…
Construction is underway at Lake Monger Primary School to deliver a new early childhood precinct with three classrooms, new hard courts and…
Major urban renewal initiative transforming 351 hectares around Stirling Station into a higher-intensity Strategic Metropolitan Centre with…
Redevelopment of Wembley Primary School to expand student capacity and modernise facilities through new teaching buildings, upgraded…
Residential land estate in the heart of Balcatta between Grindleford Drive and Karrinyup Road comprising approximately 140 new residential…
A 351-hectare urban renewal project transforming Stirling into a high-intensity mixed-use precinct centered around the Stirling train…
Scentre Group's proposed $600 million redevelopment of Westfield Innaloo in Perth's north-western suburbs would nearly double the centre to…
Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) will replace Local Planning Scheme No. 3 across the City of Stirling.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 12, 2027 5, 2028 6, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 75 substantial development applications lodged in and around Stirling (WA) over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 5, 2022 16, 2023 12, 2024 16, 2025 16, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 75 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 29 | ABS building approvals | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 53 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Stirling include: Osborne Park Hospital Women and Newborn Services Expansion (Construction); Stephenson Avenue Extension (Construction); Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade (Construction); Stirling City Centre Infrastructure Package (Construction); and East Roselea Structure Plan (Mosaic Balcatta) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Stirling spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Stirling when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Stirling area has seen 85 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Stirling's current population of 11,288 has been supported by 29 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Stirling has seen 2.7 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 261 people in the suburb of Stirling, 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 Stirling's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 29, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Stirling has grown by approximately 712 people, while 144 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.9 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.
Population growth drivers in Stirling are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,288 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,328 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 75th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.3% | 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 | 10,165 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,123 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.85 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Stirling was estimated to be approximately 11,288 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,202 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of stirling has added approximately 1,123 people and shown a 11.05% increase from the 10,165 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Stirling is estimated at 2,327 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Stirling has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Stirling is driven by: Overseas migration (76.0%), Natural increase (24.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
Stirling's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th 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 | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.5% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Stirling at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Stirling is 5 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 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 Stirling compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Stirling compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Stirling show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.0% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.7% of the population in the suburb of Stirling as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.8% of the population in the suburb of Stirling as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 74% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,563 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,325 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,221 | 2021 Census, weekly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $868 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 37.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,535 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Stirling is approximately $66,967. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,563.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Stirling is approximately $82,769. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,325.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Stirling is approximately $66,967 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,563 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Stirling is approximately $82,769 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,325 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Stirling's households (~27.0% / 976 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Stirling is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.0% 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 Stirling is $2,221/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Stirling is $2,535/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Stirling is $868/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Stirling had a median income among taxpayers of $62,563 with the average level standing at $77,325. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,967 (median) and $82,769 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Stirling is $8,412 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of stirling's disposable income is $8,412 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Stirling demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,386 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,541 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,555 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Stirling has approximately 6,386 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Stirling stands at 2.6%, which is 1.6 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 Stirling is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.2% of employment), professional & technical (11.4%), and retail trade (11.0%). Other significant employers include construction and education & training.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Stirling 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 Stirling is 70.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of stirling shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of stirling'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.
Stirling shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 35.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
35.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Stirling have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
37.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Stirling have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of stirling ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Stirling are: Bachelor Degree (24.2%), Certificate (16.7%), Advanced Diploma (10.5%).
26.7% of the population in the suburb of Stirling is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.2% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
Stirling features high concentrations of family households and couples with 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 | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,618 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,018 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Stirling had 3,618 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.1% to an estimated 4,018 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Stirling is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.9%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,912 family households, couples with children account for 40.8% of all households, couples without children at home 30.5%, and single parent families 8.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Stirling shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.5% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.9% 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 Stirling 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 57.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.4% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 17.9% of all households in the suburb of Stirling, 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 1.7% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Stirling is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 40.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 36.3% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 63.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 59.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
Stirling scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 36.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 40.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Stirling was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.9% of people in Stirling. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Stirling are Italian, comprising 17.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.2%, English, comprising 16.9% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 15.1% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 3.0% of Stirling (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Macedonian at 3.6% (vs 0.4%) and Polish at 1.2% (vs 0.7%).
40.5% of the suburb of Stirling population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
36.3% of the population in the suburb of Stirling speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the suburb of Stirling population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
88.3% of the suburb of Stirling population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Stirling 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 | 15.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.7% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,348 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $410 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Stirling, 44.7% of homes are owned outright, 39.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Stirling are houses.
In the suburb of Stirling, 1.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Stirling stands at 44.7%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Stirling is $2,348, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Stirling is $1,212, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Stirling, households with mortgages typically spend 24.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Stirling is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Stirling shows mortgage holders spending 24.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Stirling consists of 86.9% detached houses, 12.1% semi-detached dwellings, 1.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Stirling consumes approximately 12.6% of median household income ($9,617 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Stirling show attached dwellings contributing 69% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 31% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Stirling'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 | 56.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the suburb of Stirling are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Stirling, 4.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.3% of people in the suburb of Stirling are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the suburb of Stirling population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the suburb of Stirling have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Stirling, 56.0% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 86 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 86th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 64 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 4,944 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 176 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 64 public transport stops within the suburb of Stirling.
The suburb of Stirling has 4,944 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 706 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 188 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 489 m away and the nearest pharmacy 554 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 64 stops nearby, 4,944 weekly trips, access rating 86 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 489 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 554 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 564 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 592 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 626 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 882 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Stirling when compared nationally.
Stirling has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Stirling (WA) is $875 a week, +9.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Stirling are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Stirling's median age exceeds the national pattern.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 74% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Stirling demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Stirling shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Stirling features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Stirling is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Stirling is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Stirling'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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Stirling (WA) has an estimated 11,288 residents, up 11.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Stirling (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 Stirling (WA).
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (SAL51405). 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 (Oct 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 Stirling (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 Stirling (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.
