Stoneville

Stoneville is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region and validated residential addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Stoneville has a residency count estimated at 2,664 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 175 people (7.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,489 individuals. This trend is calculated from the local population of 2,662, estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 release of estimated resident numbers, with 4 validated new addresses added since the census was taken. The resulting density stands at 144 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living conditions and scope for future expansion. The local growth rate of 7.0% since the census is within 2.3 percentage points of the national figure (9.3%), indicating solid expansion dynamics. The primary contributor to local growth was international migration, accounting for approximately 41.0% of the overall population gains, though interstate movements and natural increases also played positive roles.

Projections generated by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones have been adopted, using 2022 as the baseline and published in 2024. For areas lacking this data, and to model growth past 2032, calculations apply age-group growth percentages from the 2023 ABS projections for the Greater Capital Region, which are built on 2022 statistics. These demographic trajectories suggest the suburb of Stoneville will outpace the median growth of national statistical zones, adding 369 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2 figures, yielding a total population increase of 13.8% across the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Stoneville according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Analysis of building approval statistics from the ABS distributed to local areas indicates that Stoneville averages approximately 1 new dwelling approval annually. This equates to 5 approved dwellings during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 9 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. An average of 27.4 net additions to the local population occurred for every completed dwelling from FY-21 to FY-25, pointing to a supply level that falls well short of demand. This gap typically triggers stronger competition among buyers and upward pressure on prices, particularly as the average cost of new builds sits at $629,000, indicating that developers are focusing heavily on higher-end, premium housing.

Construction activity in Stoneville is much lower than the broader metropolitan area, tracking 91.0% below the average per person for Greater Perth. While this restricted supply generally reinforces demand and values for existing stock, building projects have recently picked up. Local building volumes also trail national figures, showing a mature market that may face physical or planning constraints. Furthermore, recent development is comprised entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density profile of the neighborhood and catering to buyers seeking standalone properties. The ratio of 1760 people in the locality for every single dwelling approval underscores the quiet, low-scale nature of local construction.

Future projections indicate that the suburb of Stoneville is on track to gain 367 residents by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly estimates compiled by AreaSearch. If the current pace of home building remains constant, residential supply will lag behind this population influx, which is highly likely to increase buyer competition and support ongoing capital gains.

Stoneville has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and regional initiatives are key drivers of property market performance. No projects have been flagged by AreaSearch as having an immediate direct impact on the area. Notable infrastructure works in the wider region include EastLink WA, the City of Swan Water and Wastewater Upgrades, METRONET, and the METRONET High Capacity Signalling Program, with details of the most relevant projects listed below.

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Employment conditions in Stoneville rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

The local workforce shows a high level of skill, with a strong concentration of residents working in industrial and manufacturing fields. The unemployment rate is low at 1.5%, and local jobs grew by an estimated 3.3% over the prior year based on aggregated statistical area figures. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,527, while the local unemployment rate sat 2.7% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force matches the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census figures show a modest 10.0% of local workers operating from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.

Local workers are mostly employed in the mining, construction, and health care & social assistance industries. The workforce shows a distinct specialization in the mining sector, where representation is 1.5 times the wider metropolitan average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented, employing 10.0% of the local workforce compared to 14.8% across Greater Perth. The imbalance between the local working population and resident workers suggests this is a predominantly residential suburb with limited local employment opportunities.

Review of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical area shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 3.3% while the labor force expanded by 3.3%, leaving the unemployment rate essentially unchanged. Over the same timeframe, Greater Perth saw jobs grow by 2.0%, the labor force increase by 2.5%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce mix to model potential trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections to the local workforce suggests employment could rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, assuming a simple extrapolation based on current industry mix without factoring in local population changes.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

Tax data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that the suburb of Stoneville features income levels that rank among the highest in the country. The median taxpayer income is $60,832 and the average stands at $79,438, compared to Greater Perth values of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $67,481 and an average of $88,121 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes around the 66th percentile nationwide. Income distribution statistics show that 33.6% of residents (895 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the regional proportion of 32.0%. High-income earners are prominent, with 30.4% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to substantial household purchasing power. After servicing housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of their earnings, and the area is positioned in the 6th decile of the SEIFA index for income.

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

At the time of the last Census, the residential mix in the area consisted of 100.0% houses and no other dwellings, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across the Perth metropolitan area. Home ownership rates are high, with 40.0% of dwellings owned outright, while the remaining properties are either held with a mortgage (52.5%) or rented (7.4%). The median mortgage payment of $2,000 per month is higher than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, and the median weekly rent of $389 also exceeds the metro average of $350. Nationally, local mortgage costs sit above the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents also track higher than the national figure of $375.

Stoneville features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up 82.6% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 41.2%, couples without children at 32.4%, and single-parent households at 8.7%. The remaining 17.4% consists of non-family households, which are dominated by lone persons at 15.5% and group households at 1.5%. The median household size of 2.8 individuals exceeds the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Stoneville places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Attainment levels in the area sit below regional benchmarks, with 21.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 42.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials in these fields, comprising advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 30.9%.

School enrollment is high, with 26.6% of the population participating in formal studies. This group includes 9.0% of residents attending primary school, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.5% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transport services in the suburb of Stoneville consist of a network of buses operating across 33 active stops. These stops are served by 3 separate routes, which combine to run 72 weekly passenger services. Public transport coverage is low, with residents living an average of 820 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the vast majority of workers commute to jobs outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 91% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.2 cars, which is higher than the metropolitan average. A relatively low 10.0% of working residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic conditions.

Bus services run at an average frequency of 10 trips per day across all active routes, which translates to roughly 2 weekly services at each individual stop location.

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

The local population displays favorable health metrics, with low rates of common chronic illnesses and mortality across both younger and older demographics. Additionally, the take-up of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 59% of the population, which equals 1,564 individuals.

Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 9.2% and 8.6% of residents. However, 66.4% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Health trends for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.9% of the population (610 individuals), which is higher than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%. Seniors in the area enjoy positive health outcomes, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.

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

Cultural diversity metrics are lower than average, with 75.7% of the population born in Australia, 90.6% holding citizenship, and 95.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 41.8% of residents. The most noticeable deviation from regional averages is in Buddhism, which accounts for 1.1% of the local population compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.

English ancestry is the most common at 35.6%, which is higher than the regional average of 28.0%. This is followed by Australian ancestry at 26.8% (compared to 21.2% regionally) and Scottish ancestry at 9.7%. Other distinct ethnic groups include Welsh ancestry at 1.2% (compared to 0.7% regionally), Dutch ancestry at 2.2% (compared to 1.5% regionally), and New Zealand ancestry at 1.0% (compared to 0.8% regionally).

Stoneville hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age of 44 is higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and exceeds the national median of 38. The 65 to 74 age group is well represented at 13.1% compared to the metropolitan average, while the 25 to 34 age bracket is less common at 8.8%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age cohort has increased from 5.5% to 7.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 10.6% to 11.9%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 15.4% to 13.4%, and the 25 to 34 cohort has fallen from 10.1% to 8.8%. Demographic modeling indicates the age profile will shift by 2041, led by the 75 to 84 group which is projected to grow by 60% (an increase of 120 people, rising from 199 to 320). Seniors aged 65 and over will account for 78% of the total projected growth, while the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 groups are projected to contract.