Two Rocks

Two Rocks lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

According to census figures and updated address records analyzed by AreaSearch, the suburb of Two Rocks has an estimated residency of 5,761 people as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 1,939 individuals (50.7%) compared to the 2021 Census count of 3,822. The estimation relies on a baseline of 5,214 residents calculated from the ABS June 2025 release, combined with an additional 1,093 validated new addresses registered since the census. The local density stands at 111 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial open space and potential for future expansion. The suburb of Two Rocks recorded a 50.7% expansion rate that outpaced the national benchmarks (9.3%) and regional indicators, highlighting its rapid growth. This expansion was heavily supported by interstate arrivals, who represented roughly 71.0% of the population increase, alongside positive contributions from overseas arrivals and natural increase.

In planning for the future, the suburb of Two Rocks utilizes growth models aligned with 2024 projections for local areas, which use 2022 as their starting point. Where specific local projections are unavailable, or to calculate projections beyond 2032, calculations apply age-group growth percentages from the 2023 capital city reports based on 2022 data. Given these anticipated shifts, high-growth statistical areas are expected to see significant gains, with the suburb of Two Rocks projected to add 1,310 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 13.2% over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Two Rocks was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Local building statistics indicate that the suburb of Two Rocks averages approximately 185 home approvals annually, resulting in 928 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 429 approvals during FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.5 new occupants per built dwelling registered from FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply appears to align well with demand, supporting stable conditions. The average valuation of these new builds is $392,000, indicating that builders are targeting the premium, higher-end segment of the market. Conversely, commercial approvals have reached only $4.5 million during this financial year, showing a quiet commercial construction sector.

Adjusted for population, construction volume in the suburb of Two Rocks is 289.0% higher than the Greater Perth average, offering buyers a wider selection of properties. This volume is also considerably higher than the national rate, highlighting strong developer interest. The composition of new builds is dominated by standalone houses at 99.0%, with townhouses and units making up just 1.0%, which preserves the low-density, family-friendly environment. Representing about 18 residents for every approved dwelling, the suburb of Two Rocks displays the traits of a growing community.

Projections indicate that the suburb of Two Rocks will add 763 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimates. At current rates of building, the volume of incoming housing should easily accommodate this growth, ensuring favorable purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion beyond current forecasts.

Two Rocks has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 28thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, regional planning, and development initiatives play a critical role in shaping local growth. AreaSearch has identified 8 key projects that are expected to influence the community, with the most relevant developments including Breakwater Estate (Two Rocks), Two Rocks Industrial Estate, Two Rocks Marina Expansion, and Atlantis Beach Estate.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Two Rocks faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and trade occupations, with construction workers particularly well represented. The unemployment rate is 8.6%, and employment grew by an estimated 1.6% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, 2,277 residents were employed. The unemployment rate is 4.4% higher than the Greater Perth level of 4.2%, suggesting room for labor market improvement, while the participation rate of 60.1% is noticeably lower than the Greater Perth average of 70.2%. Census data showed that a minor 8.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions.

The primary employment fields for residents are construction, mining, and healthcare and social assistance. Mining shows a particularly high concentration, with local jobs in this sector running at 2.1 times the regional average. In contrast, technical and professional services are underrepresented, making up 4.2% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 8.2%. The ratio of local jobs to working residents suggests that the suburb of Two Rocks has limited employment options within its own boundaries.

Over the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment grew by 1.6% while the total labor force expanded by 3.9%, leading to a 2.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Perth, which saw a 2.0% rise in employment, a 2.5% expansion in the labor force, and a minor 0.4 percentage point uptick in unemployment. National forecasts released in May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand, which have been aligned with local employment sectors to project future growth. While national jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

Tax data from the financial year 2023 shows that personal earnings in the suburb of Two Rocks sit slightly above the national median. Taxpayers recorded a median income of $54,112 and an average income of $69,762, compared to the Greater Perth figures of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 point to a median of $60,026 and an average of $77,387. The 2021 Census placed local household, family, and individual incomes in a modest range between the 31st and 37th percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 32.3% of earners (1,860 people) bringing in $1,500 - 2,999, matching the wider regional pattern of 32.0%. Housing costs consume a significant portion of income, leaving only 81.3% for other expenses, which ranks at the 34th percentile.

Two Rocks is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

At the time of the latest Census, residential properties in the suburb of Two Rocks consisted of 99.5% separate houses and 0.5% other housing types like townhouses or apartments, compared to the wider Perth metropolitan breakdown of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership stood at 27.7%, slightly below the Perth metro average, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (55.3%) or renters (17.0%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,800, which is below the metropolitan median of $1,907, while weekly rent averaged $330, compared to the metropolitan median of $350. Nationally, local mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and average rents are also considerably lower than the national figure of $375.

Two Rocks has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

The local household structure is led by families at 73.5% of households, consisting of 35.2% couples raising children, 28.2% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent homes. Single person households represent 24.7% of the total, with group living arrangements making up 1.7%, bringing total non-family households to 26.5%. The average household occupancy stands at 2.7 people, which is slightly above the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Two Rocks fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Educational attainment in the area presents opportunities for improvement, with university graduation rates at 12.7% sitting well below the national mark of 30.4%. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate degrees at 1.3%. Vocational and trade education is highly prevalent, with 48.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding professional qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 12.0% and certificate level courses at 36.2%.

School enrollment is strong, with 32.3% of the local population engaged in study. This includes 14.1% attending primary schools, 8.4% in secondary schools, and 2.6% enrolled in higher education programs.

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

Public transit options in the suburb of Two Rocks include 39 active stops served by a mix of buses. These stops accommodate 1 distinct routes that provide a total of 438 passenger journeys weekly. Overall transit access is limited, with residents living an average of 853 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 84%, followed by trains at 6%. Households average 1.6 vehicles. A minor 8.3% of workers performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by public health measures.

Transit services average 62 journeys daily across the network, which translates to about 11 departures per week at each individual stop.

Health outcomes in Two Rocks are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health metrics suggest lower overall outcomes in the suburb of Two Rocks, reflecting higher mortality rates and a greater prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is prominent, with roughly 55% of the population (~3,162 people) holding private policies, compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical diagnoses are mental health conditions (8.0% of residents) and arthritis (7.9% of residents), while 69.3% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Health profiles for working-age locals are generally standard. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 16.6% of the population (956 people), with health rankings for this group lining up closely with broader national trends.

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

The suburb of Two Rocks exhibits a high level of multicultural representation, with 6.4% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 30.8% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious denomination, accounting for 40.0% of the community. The most distinct difference from the metropolitan average is in the Other category, which represents 0.7% of residents locally compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

English heritage leads ancestry responses at 34.7% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 28.0%, followed by Australian heritage at 25.3% and Irish heritage at 7.1%. There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds, with Welsh ancestry overrepresented at 1.1% of the population (compared to 0.7% regionally), Maori ancestry at 1.9% (compared to 0.9%), and New Zealand ancestry at 1.4% (compared to 0.8%).

Two Rocks's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in the suburb of Two Rocks is 39 years, which is slightly higher than the Greater Perth average of 37 and very close to the national benchmark of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is overrepresented at 14.0% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 10.9%. Trends since the 2021 Census show that the 15 to 24 age bracket has grown from 9.9% to 11.9% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 9.3% to 10.4%. Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.9% to 13.3%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.3% to 15.2%. Projections for 2041 suggest shifting demographics, with the 65 to 74 cohort expected to increase by 40% (241 people) to reach 841 from 599. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to make up 55% of all future growth, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age brackets are projected to decline.