Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Tapping has an estimated 10,304 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 48 projects tracked in the area around Tapping.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Tapping sits 27 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 10,304 as of Aug 2026, a rise of 757 people (7.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,547 residents. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter.
Market indicators point to above-average median household income, strong representation of mortgage holders, and a below-average unemployment rate. The suburb has a high share of residents born overseas and a notable proportion aged 15 to 24, with detached housing leading the local housing stock. Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, largely living in family households and couples with children. The area is very affluent, while population growth has been limited.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Tapping sits 27 kilometres north-northwest of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 10,304 as of Aug 2026, a rise of 757 people (7.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,547 residents. That estimate draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter.
Market indicators point to above-average median household income, strong representation of mortgage holders, and a below-average unemployment rate. The suburb has a high share of residents born overseas and a notable proportion aged 15 to 24, with detached housing leading the local housing stock. Residents include a high proportion of teenagers and middle-aged people, largely living in family households and couples with children. The area is very affluent, while population growth has been limited.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,170 in 2006 and 10,304 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.8%.
Tapping ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 87th for income.
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 Tapping is $800 a week, up 8.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Greater Perth.
11% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $800 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Wanneroo | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wanneroo, over 12 months | +8.0% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 48 projects in and around Tapping, 12 of them under construction.
New $51 million public primary school under construction in the western part of Banksia Grove, about 27km north of the Perth CBD in the City of Wanneroo.
The City of Wanneroo proposes to upgrade Flynn Drive to a dual carriageway between Tranquil Vista and Old Yanchep Road, supporting the growing Neerabup Industrial Estate. This staged project includes upgrading intersections, constructing shared-use paths, and expanding the road network to handle increased traffic volumes.
A boutique 153-home land lease retirement community for over-55s within Stockland's wider Illyarrie masterplanned community at Sinagra, on the former Inghams chicken factory site. Homes are single storey with a 7-Star NatHERS energy rating target, solar panels, and induction cooktops.
Completed Ramsay Health Care funded expansion of Ramsay Private at Joondalup Health Campus, opened in February 2026. The expansion delivered six operating suites including two shared public and private theatres, two day procedure suites, a day surgery admissions unit, 30 medical beds, 22 surgical beds, 30 shelled beds for future use, expanded back-of-house…
State Government funded program to enhance Yellagonga Regional Park through new recreation and environmental infrastructure. Completed works include the Yalbunullup mountain bike trail network, bird viewing tower, accessible boardwalks, pathways, signage and rehabilitation.
A Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood shopping centre featuring a supermarket, BWS, and around 15 to 17 specialty stores including dining, beauty, and health services. The centre also secured development approval for a two-storey childcare and gym development on site.
Proposed residential and mixed-use development site located at 35 Davidson Terrace in the Joondalup City Centre precinct. The 1334 sqm site offers potential for modern townhouses, apartments, or commercial integration close to local transport networks.
Proposed state-of-the-art performing arts venue planned for Lot 1001 Teakle Court in the Joondalup City Centre. The proposed facility is designed to feature primary theatre auditoriums, rehearsal spaces, and cultural exhibition galleries serving as a premier arts and entertainment hub for northern metropolitan Perth.
The City of Wanneroo is redeveloping the Wanneroo Recreation Centre in two stages. Stage 1 is a new Sports Hub (detailed design underway, construction anticipated June 2026) featuring two indoor multi-sport courts, a boxing club room, calisthenics/fitness room, two change rooms, a Changing Places facility, multipurpose meeting room, and 72 car parking bays.
The Neerabup Industrial Area is a large general and service industrial estate in Perth's north-west corridor, led by the City of Wanneroo. The project includes long-term bulk earthworks and limestone extraction to create industrial lots, including the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct, a 51-hectare robotics test site.
A major 307.9 million dollar expansion of Joondalup Health Campus jointly funded by the Western Australian State Government (149.9 million) and the Australian Government (158 million).
Completed $391M redevelopment doubling hospital size. Features new emergency department, 3-level public ward block, private ward block, St John Ambulance centre, 1,500 car parking spaces, and childcare centre.
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Estimated completion year of the 17 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 3, 2027 6, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 3. 7 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 3 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tapping over the period covered (about 2.8 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 3 tracked applications: 2 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
Key application 5 Merrivale Circle Tapping Childcare | $2k Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Tapping include: Neerabup Flynn Drive Dual Carriageway Upgrade (Planning); Ramsay Private at Joondalup Health Campus Expansion (Completed); Yellagonga Regional Park Improvement Project (Construction); Meridian Park Industrial Estate (Neerabup) (Construction); and Joseph Banks Secondary College Upgrade (WASSEC Building) (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Tapping spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Business Parks & Technology Hubs, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Tapping compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Tapping area has seen 33 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Tapping's current population of 10,304 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Tapping has seen 0.9 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 622 people in the suburb of Tapping, 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 Tapping's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 9, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Tapping has grown by approximately 480 people, while 47 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 10.2 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.
Tapping is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,304 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,970 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,547 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 757 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.47 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Tapping was estimated to be approximately 10,304 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,304 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Tapping has added approximately 757 people and shown a 7.93% increase from the 9,547 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Tapping is estimated at 2,970 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Tapping has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Tapping is driven by: Overseas migration (62.0%), Natural increase (38.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 62.0% of overall population gains.
Tapping's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.8% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Tapping at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Tapping is 2 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Tapping compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 15.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Tapping compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.9% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Tapping is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.4% of the population in the suburb of Tapping as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.7% of the population in the suburb of Tapping as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,523 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,396 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,359 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $946 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,548 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Tapping is approximately $74,417. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,523.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Tapping is approximately $91,408. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,396.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Tapping is approximately $74,417 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,523 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Tapping is approximately $91,408 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,396 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Tapping's households (~37.8% / 1,159 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Tapping is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.8% 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 Tapping is $2,359/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Tapping is $2,548/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Tapping is $946/wk.
The suburb of Tapping's income level is extremely high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Tapping's median income among taxpayers is $69,523 and the average income stands at $85,396, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,417 (median) and $91,408 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Tapping is $8,654 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Tapping's disposable income is $8,654 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Tapping performing better than 88% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,231 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 7,190 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,386 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Tapping has approximately 6,231 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 Tapping stands at 2.4%, which is 1.8 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 Tapping is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.8% of employment), construction (12.7%), and retail trade (11.0%). Other significant employers include education & training and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Tapping 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 Tapping is 77.4%, 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%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Tapping shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Tapping'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.
The educational profile of Tapping ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 16.0% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
21.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Tapping have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
37.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Tapping have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Tapping ranks in the 61th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Tapping are: Certificate (28.5%), Bachelor Degree (16.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.7%).
34.1% of the population in the suburb of Tapping is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.3% in primary school, 10.4% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Tapping is 1023, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Tapping, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,218 students.
The suburb of Tapping includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Tapping features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 50.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,066 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,309 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Tapping had 3,066 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.9% to an estimated 3,309 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Tapping is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.0%), group households (1.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,624 family households, couples with children account for 50.9% of all households, couples without children at home 22.9%, and single parent families 11.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Tapping shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.6% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.0% 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 Tapping have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 13.0% of all households in the suburb of Tapping, 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 1.3% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tapping 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 | 45.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 85.8% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 54.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Tapping was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 14.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 45.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Tapping, at 44.0% of people, although more residents (48.9%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.9% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tapping are English, comprising 35.1% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 19.9% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 2.3% of Tapping (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Welsh at 1.0% (vs 0.7%) and New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.8%).
45.3% of the suburb of Tapping population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
14.2% of the population in the suburb of Tapping speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.7% of the suburb of Tapping population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.4% of the suburb of Tapping population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tapping is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 62.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Tapping, 20.4% of homes are owned outright, 62.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Tapping are houses.
In the suburb of Tapping, 0.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Tapping stands at 20.4%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Tapping is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Tapping is $1,568, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Tapping, households with mortgages typically spend 19.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Tapping is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Tapping shows mortgage holders spending 19.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Tapping consists of 96.1% detached houses, 3.8% semi-detached dwellings, 0.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tapping consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($10,214 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tapping show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Tapping: private health cover 59.3%, no long-term health condition 75.9%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 59.3% of people in the suburb of Tapping are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Tapping, 3.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the suburb of Tapping are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Tapping population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the suburb of Tapping have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Tapping, 59.3% 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 | 47 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 47th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 728 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 274 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 38 public transport stops within the suburb of Tapping.
The suburb of Tapping has 728 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 104 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 248 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 521 m away and the nearest school 642 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 38 stops nearby, 728 weekly trips, access rating 47 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 26 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 26th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 521 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 642 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 916 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 917 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 948 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Tapping compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Tapping has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Tapping is $800 a week, +8.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Tapping is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Tapping's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Tapping performing better than 88% of local markets assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Tapping ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Tapping features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Tapping 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.
Tapping is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Health in Tapping: private health cover 59.3%, no long-term health condition 75.9%.
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.
Tapping has an estimated 10,304 residents, up 7.9% since the 2021 Census, with 48 projects tracked in the area around Tapping.
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 Tapping.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL51435). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Tapping 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 Tapping 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.
