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Vasse has an estimated 4,149 residents, up 45.4% since the 2021 Census, with 46 projects tracked in the area around Vasse.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 200 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Vasse had an estimated population of around 4,149 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. That represents an increase of 1,296 people (45.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,853 residents, and the suburb has expanded strongly over this period, with development activity and population drivers well above average. Growth has also been supported by 467 validated new addresses. Residents include a notable proportion of 15 to 24 year olds and an elevated presence of people aged 35 to 44.
The local housing market is characterised by strong representation of detached houses and a below-average unemployment rate, alongside a high proportion of married families. Teenagers make up a high share of residents, and the working-age population consists largely of family households and couples with children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 200 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Vasse had an estimated population of around 4,149 as of Aug 2026, based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. That represents an increase of 1,296 people (45.4%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,853 residents, and the suburb has expanded strongly over this period, with development activity and population drivers well above average. Growth has also been supported by 467 validated new addresses. Residents include a notable proportion of 15 to 24 year olds and an elevated presence of people aged 35 to 44.
The local housing market is characterised by strong representation of detached houses and a below-average unemployment rate, alongside a high proportion of married families. Teenagers make up a high share of residents, and the working-age population consists largely of family households and couples with children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,088 in 2006 and 3,705 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,149 (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, 17.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.3%.
Vasse ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for development activity and the 84th for population growth.
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 Vasse is $858 a week, up 8.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 29% above Regional WA.
29% above Regional WA on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $858 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, Bunbury | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bunbury, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 46 projects in and around Vasse, 15 of them under construction.
Vasse Estate is an award-winning masterplanned community 230 km south of Perth in Vasse, Western Australia, developed by Perron Developments and Stawell Pty Ltd.
Broadwater Bayside Estate is a completed residential land release that consists of 22 new homes located in Broadwater, approximately 700m from Geographe Bay. It is situated close to Busselton and Vasse.
Stockland's Halcyon Vasse is a land lease lifestyle community for over-55s comprising approximately 213 homes across a 14 hectare site. Following development approval in March 2025, the project has progressed into construction with delivery planned in multiple stages together with resort style community facilities.
A staged coastal protection program for the West Busselton coastline between King Street and Gale Street, designed to mitigate coastal erosion and protect public infrastructure including carparks, cycle paths, and open space. Works involve construction of low-profile Geotextile Sand Container (GSC) groynes and beach nourishment with imported sand.
The City of Busselton is rehabilitating and enhancing coastal dunes and refurbishing the coastal path along Geographe Bay Road to increase their resilience to coastal erosion and flooding. Coastal dunes along Geographe Bay provide both natural coastal defense against erosion and an environmental habitat.
A 48,500 square metre Large Format Retail centre on a 23-hectare site at Bovell, on the corner of the Busselton Bypass and Chapman Hill Road. The development comprises eight buildings ranging from 2,510 to 14,692 square metres for showrooms, trade supplies and food outlets, with around 1,230 parking bays.
A $19 million high-quality 30-dwelling community housing project offering 16 social and 14 affordable homes, including 22 one-bedroom and 8 two-bedroom apartments, built to Silver Liveable standards with a minimum 6-star NatHERS rating.
Local Planning Scheme No. 22 (LPS22) is a comprehensive update to the City of Busselton planning framework, replacing LPS21. The scheme manages sustainable growth, standardises zones by introducing Mixed Use areas, and strengthens controls for Special Character Areas. It is currently under review by the EPA and WAPC prior to public advertising.
The original whale-shaped Australian Underwater Discovery Centre proposal at Busselton Jetty has been paused due to cost escalation, with Busselton Jetty Inc continuing the on-jetty Marine Discovery Centre, jetty village facilities, exhibition space, public changerooms and cafe/terrace components.
Enhancement of the iconic 1.8km Busselton Jetty featuring essential accessibility upgrades, including a new lift system for the Underwater Observatory, alongside visitor facilities improvements and marine conservation initiatives to boost tourism.
Major expansion of Busselton's premier shopping destination including new retail spaces, dining precincts, and community facilities to serve the growing regional population.
Significant expansion of Busselton Health Campus to provide enhanced medical services, specialist facilities, and emergency care capabilities for the growing South West region population.
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Estimated completion year of the 28 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 7, 2027 6, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Vasse over the period covered (about 1.6 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.6 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 12.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 42 | ABS building approvals | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.6 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Vasse include: Vasse Estate (Construction); Halcyon Vasse (Construction); Coastal Dune Resilience Project (Completed); City of Busselton Local Planning Scheme No. 22 (Under Assessment); and Busselton Water Supply Improvement Project (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Vasse spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Residential Development, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Vasse higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Vasse area has seen 138 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Vasse's current population of 4,149 has been supported by 42 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Vasse has seen 12.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 52 people in the suburb of Vasse, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Vasse's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 42, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Vasse has grown by approximately 842 people, while 209 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.0 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.
Vasse lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,149 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +45.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 115 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,853 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,296 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 36.07 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Vasse was estimated to be approximately 4,149 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,705 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Vasse has added approximately 1,296 people and shown a 45.43% increase from the 2,853 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Vasse is estimated at 115 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Vasse has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Vasse is driven by: Interstate migration (83.0%), Overseas migration (17.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 83.0% of overall population gains.
Vasse's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 49.2% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.2% | 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 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Vasse at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Vasse is comparable to the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 years) and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Vasse compared to the Regional WA region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 15.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Vasse compared to the Regional WA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Vasse show significant variance compared to Regional WA. The most over-represented age group is 15-24 year-olds (15.3% vs 10.9%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.1% vs 2.0%) and 25-34 year-olds (8.3% vs 12.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.1% of the population in the suburb of Vasse as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.7% of the population in the suburb of Vasse as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,675 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,942 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,810 | 2021 Census, weekly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $778 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 22.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,002 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Vasse is approximately $63,876. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,675.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Vasse is approximately $84,500. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,942.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Vasse is approximately $63,876 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,675 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Vasse is approximately $84,500 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,942 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Vasse's households (~36.2% / 334 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Vasse is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.2% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Vasse is $1,810/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Vasse is $2,002/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Vasse is $778/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Vasse is very high nationally, with the median assessed at $59,675 while the average income stands at $78,942. This contrasts to Regional WA's figures of a median income of $62,873 and an average income of $78,328. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,876 (median) and $84,500 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Vasse is $6,674 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Vasse's disposable income is $6,674 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Vasse significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,942 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,155 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,990 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Vasse has approximately 1,942 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 Vasse stands at 2.4%, which is 1.1 percentage points below Regional WA's rate of 3.5%. 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 Vasse is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.5% of employment), retail trade (11.4%), and construction (11.3%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Vasse has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Vasse is 67.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional WA average of 65.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional WA.
The suburb of Vasse shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 10.5% of the local workforce compared to 7.1% across Regional WA. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Vasse'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 saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Vasse sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
15.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Vasse have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
40.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Vasse have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The suburb of Vasse ranks in the 48th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Vasse are: Certificate (34.6%), Bachelor Degree (10.8%), Advanced Diploma (9.9%).
32.6% of the population in the suburb of Vasse is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.2% in primary school, 10.4% in secondary school, 1.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Vasse is 1012, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Vasse, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,882 students.
The suburb of Vasse includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Vasse features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 41.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 922 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,341 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Vasse had 922 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 45.4% to an estimated 1,341 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Vasse is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 82.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.6%), group households (1.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 764 family households, couples with children account for 41.4% of all households, couples without children at home 28.8%, and single parent families 12.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the suburb of Vasse shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 82.9% (versus 69.8% in Regional WA). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.6% compared to 27.4% in Regional WA. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Vasse have an average of 1.9 children, matching the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.6% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 15.6% of all households in the suburb of Vasse, notably lower than the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.3% of households, below the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Vasse is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 16.6% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 83.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Vasse was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 83.4% of its population born in Australia, 90.7% being citizens, and 96.4% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Vasse, at 37.0% of people, although more residents (61.5%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 44.6% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Vasse are English, comprising 34.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.7% of Vasse (vs 1.5% across Regional WA), New Zealand at 0.9% (vs 0.9%) and Maori at 0.7% (vs 1.0%).
16.6% of the suburb of Vasse population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
3.6% of the population in the suburb of Vasse speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
1.6% of the suburb of Vasse population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
90.7% of the suburb of Vasse population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Vasse is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.1% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.3% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Vasse, 33.3% of homes are owned outright, 50.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Vasse are houses.
In the suburb of Vasse, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Vasse stands at 33.3%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Vasse is $1,733, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Vasse is $1,169, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Vasse, households with mortgages typically spend 22.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Vasse is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Vasse shows mortgage holders spending 22.1% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 23.2% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Vasse consists of 99.0% detached houses, 0.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Vasse consumes approximately 14.9% of median household income ($7,837 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Vasse show attached dwellings contributing 9% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 91% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Vasse's residents are extremely healthy 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 | 56.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
Around 56.7% of people in the suburb of Vasse are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the suburb of Vasse, 3.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the suburb of Vasse are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the suburb of Vasse population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the suburb of Vasse have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Vasse, 56.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 62 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 310 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 2 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 11 public transport stops within the suburb of Vasse.
The suburb of Vasse has 62 weekly trips across 2 routes, averaging 8 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 578 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.1 km away and the nearest school 1.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 11 stops nearby, 62 weekly trips, access rating 31 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 58th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 8.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 177 places in Vasse, about 1.2 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Vasse higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Vasse has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 28% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Vasse is $858 a week, +8.5% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Vasse lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Vasse's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Vasse significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Educational attainment in Vasse sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Vasse features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
Vasse is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Vasse is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
Vasse's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Vasse has an estimated 4,149 residents, up 45.4% since the 2021 Census, with 46 projects tracked in the area around Vasse.
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 Vasse.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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 (SAL51489). 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 (May 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 Vasse 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 Vasse 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.
