Stratton

Stratton has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

According to evaluations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region alongside newly confirmed addresses registered by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Stratton had an estimated population of 3,684 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 417 individuals (12.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,267 residents. This demographic change is calculated from the resident population of 3,684, determined by AreaSearch following analysis of the ABS June 2025 ERP data release and an additional 116 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size results in a density ratio of 1,422 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level across Australian areas tracked by AreaSearch. The 12.8% expansion rate in the suburb of Stratton since the 2021 census was higher than the national standard of 9.3%, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion was mostly underpinned by natural growth, which accounted for approximately 62.0% of the total population gains in recent times.

AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic forecasts for each SA2 unit, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 units lacking this coverage, and to calculate expansion in the years after 2032, AreaSearch utilizes cohort-specific growth rates from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023 using 2022 data. Looking at future demographic trends, population growth in the suburb of Stratton is projected to be slightly below the national median, with the locality expected to add 317 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 8.6% across the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Stratton when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical divisions, Stratton has averaged about 23 new residential dwellings approved annually, amounting to approximately 119 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 19 approvals have been logged. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 2.5 people relocated to the locality for each newly built home, indicating steady demand that underpins property values. These new dwellings carry an average construction cost of $367,000, which is higher than regional averages and points to a focus on quality in local builds.

In comparison to Greater Perth, the per-capita rate of new residential approvals in Stratton is roughly half, although it sits in the 84th percentile of localities evaluated nationwide, with development intensity rising in recent periods. Moreover, recent building activity has consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the established suburban layout of the neighborhood and emphasizing spacious family properties. With approximately 121 people for each dwelling approval, the area displays the hallmarks of a developing locality.

Future projections indicate that Stratton will gain 317 residents by 2041, derived from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the volume of new housing completions is expected to easily satisfy this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth above current forecasts.

Stratton has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions can have a significant effect on regional performance. In total, a single project has been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on this locality. Significant projects include the Bushmead Residential Estate, Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (encompassing both St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals), Swan Valley Bypass, and City of Swan Water and Wastewater Upgrades, with the list below highlighting the most relevant ones.

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Employment performance in Stratton has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Stratton features a diverse employment profile containing both white-collar and blue-collar workers, with a prominent presence of manufacturing and industrial sectors. The local unemployment rate stands at 7.4%, and employment rose by an estimated 2.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch compilations of statistical unit data. In March 2026, 1,810 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 3.2% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%. Labor force participation is slightly below average at 68.2% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census responses indicate that a low 3.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The locality exhibits a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its workforce share measuring 1.8 times the regional rate. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minimal footprint, accounting for 3.9% of employment compared to 8.2% across the wider region. The relationship between the Census working population and resident population suggests a shortage of local jobs within the area.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, employment rose by 2.8% over the 12-month period, while the labor force expanded by 3.1%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% increase in employment, a 2.5% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 provide context on potential future demand in Stratton. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution suggests Stratton should experience an employment increase of 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes local population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The most recent postcode-level ATO data released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that income levels in the suburb of Stratton are below the national standard, with a median of $50,695 and an average of $61,807. This compares to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates would stand at approximately $56,236 for the median and $68,563 for the average as of March 2026. Census figures from 2021 show that household, family, and personal incomes in Stratton are positioned moderately, ranking between the 29th and 29th percentiles. Income distribution metrics show that the largest group is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, containing 36.8% of residents (1,355 people), which aligns with the regional trend of 32.0% in this category. Affordability pressures are high, with only 81.2% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 25th percentile.

Stratton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

According to the latest Census, the composition of residential properties in Stratton consisted of 95.7% detached houses and 4.3% alternative dwellings like semi-detached homes, apartments, and other configurations, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across the Perth metro area. The level of home ownership in Stratton was below the Perth metro average, recorded at 17.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (51.6%) or renters (30.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,408, falling below the Perth metro average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $310 compared to the Perth metro average of $350. Nationally, Stratton's mortgage costs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

Stratton has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 68.7%, comprising couples with children at 28.7%, couples without children at 17.3%, and single parent households at 21.0%. The remaining 31.3% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 28.3% and group households at 2.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the average across Greater Perth.

Stratton faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The locality presents educational disparities, with university degree attainment at 9.6%, which is lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights a need for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 6.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 39.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 30.5%.

A high proportion of residents are engaged in learning, with 32.4% of the population enrolled in formal studies. This total includes 12.4% attending primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, and 2.5% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Analysis of local transit options shows 43 active public transport stops in Stratton, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 6 distinct routes, which generate a combined total of 559 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is rated as excellent, with residents typically living 160 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the majority of workers commute to other areas, with cars remaining the main transit choice at 85% and train travel at 6%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.4. A low 3.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Daily route schedules average 79 passenger trips across the network, which translates to roughly 13 weekly trips for each transport stop.

Health performance in Stratton is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Stratton faces health difficulties based on AreaSearch evaluations of death rates and chronic illness prevalence, which affect both younger and older residents, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 52% (~1,906 people). This is lower than the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth.

The most prevalent health issues in the area are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 11.9% and 10.5% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 63.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The working-age cohort experiences notable health issues with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.0% of the population (515 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 16.1%. Health profiles for older residents show some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring those of the broader community.

In terms of cultural diversity, Stratton records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity metrics show Stratton is similar to the broader metropolitan region, with citizenship at 86.6%, Australian-born residents at 79.5%, and English-only speakers at 90.2%. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 39.1% of the population. The most distinct variance is in the representation of Islam, which accounts for 1.4% of the population, compared to 3.2% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parental birthplace ancestry, the largest groups in Stratton are English at 29.7% and Australian at 28.1%, the latter being higher than the regional average of 21.2%, followed by Other at 7.0%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Maori represents 1.7% of the population compared to 0.9% regionally, New Zealanders account for 1.1% compared to 0.8%, and Australian Aboriginals make up 6.5% of the population compared to 1.4% across the region.

Stratton's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Stratton has a median age of 33, making it younger than Greater Perth's median of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Stratton has a larger proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (15.5%) but fewer people aged 75 - 84 (4.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age bracket has risen from 6.6% to 7.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket grew from 3.4% to 4.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.8% to 11.2%. Projections for 2041 point to significant changes in local demographics. The 65 to 74 cohort is projected to grow the fastest at 43%, adding 123 residents to reach a total of 415. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older represent 75% of the total projected growth. In contrast, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age cohorts are expected to decrease in size.