Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Victoria Park has an estimated 10,824 residents, up 16.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Victoria Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Victoria Park sits 4.1 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD in WA, Australia. According to AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 10,824 as of Aug 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has risen by 1,490 people (16.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported 9,334 residents. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, and the area is a dense, active development zone. Residents are strongly educated, the renting population is above average, school performance stands out, and a high share of the population was born overseas.
The community is characterised by a high proportion of young adults, and its working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The area is exceptionally well educated, and its population growth follows a moderate expansion pattern. Beyond the statistics, the Victoria Park, Lathlain and Burswood area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, charming character and natural beauty.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Victoria Park sits 4.1 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD in WA, Australia. According to AreaSearch's analysis, the suburb's population is estimated at around 10,824 as of Aug 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has risen by 1,490 people (16.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported 9,334 residents. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, and the area is a dense, active development zone. Residents are strongly educated, the renting population is above average, school performance stands out, and a high share of the population was born overseas.
The community is characterised by a high proportion of young adults, and its working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The area is exceptionally well educated, and its population growth follows a moderate expansion pattern. Beyond the statistics, the Victoria Park, Lathlain and Burswood area is known for its vibrant atmosphere, charming character and natural beauty.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,480 in 2006 and 10,818 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,824 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.4%.
Victoria Park ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education and the 92nd for transport & access.
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 Victoria Park is $624 a week, down 0.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 14% below Greater Perth.
14% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $624 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -0.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Belmont - Victoria Park | $705 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Belmont - Victoria Park, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 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 - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 9 projects in Victoria Park (1 under construction) and 65 more in the surrounding area.
Adaptive heritage redevelopment of the state heritage-listed Edward Millen House and surrounding buildings into a vibrant community…
Proposed mixed-use development comprising 73 residential apartments across three storeys with ground-floor commercial tenancies.
Perth's first major elevated rail project involving the removal of six level crossings along the Armadale Line by raising four kilometres…
Perth Park is a $217.5 million entertainment and sporting precinct at Burswood Park, beside Optus Stadium in Burswood.
Boorloo Bridge is a one-kilometre-long pedestrian and cycling infrastructure comprising two six-meter-wide cable-stayed bridges spanning…
A three-storey lifted apartment building providing 15 one-bedroom social housing dwellings for seniors aged 55 and over.
A $27.5 million three-storey mixed-use development by Fabcot Pty Ltd (Woolworths Group) at the corner of Albany Highway and Shepperton…
Garden Towers is a $277 million luxury residential development by Finbar Group featuring 331 apartments across two towers (East and West).
The original $1.3 billion Lendlease residential development at Waterbank was cancelled following geotechnical investigations finding the…
Conversion of the former Fraser Suites serviced apartment complex in the Queens Riverside precinct into up to 236 long-term affordable and…
Burswood Point is a multi-billion dollar urban renewal project transforming 38 hectares of Swan River foreshore into a masterplanned…
Mixed-use urban renewal development featuring 105 apartments and over 1,400 sqm of commercial tenancies including Boston Brewing Co.
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Estimated completion year of the 32 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 9, 2027 9, 2028 6, 2029 4, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 1. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Victoria Park over the period covered (about 2.2 years), none 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 2.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 45 | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Victoria Park include: Perth Park (Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct) (Construction); 16 Leonard Street Seniors Housing (Planning); Burswood Point (Construction); Lathlain Precinct Redevelopment Project (Construction); and Hawthorne Green Mixed-Use Development (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Victoria Park spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Sports & Recreation, and Communities, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Victoria Park among the top 13% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Victoria Park area has seen 150 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Victoria Park's current population of 10,824 has been supported by 45 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Victoria Park has seen 4.4 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 143 people in the suburb of Victoria Park, 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 Victoria Park's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 45, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Victoria Park has grown by approximately 1,141 people, while 224 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.1 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.
Population growth drivers in Victoria Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,132 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,334 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,490 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.62 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Victoria Park was estimated to be approximately 10,824 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,818 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Victoria Park has added approximately 1,490 people and shown a 15.96% increase from the 9,334 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Victoria Park is estimated at 4,131 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Victoria Park has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Victoria Park is driven by: Overseas migration (83.0%), Natural increase (17.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 83.0% of overall population gains.
Victoria Park's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 37.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 63.1% | 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 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.9% | 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 | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Victoria Park at 34 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Victoria Park is 3 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 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 Victoria Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Victoria Park compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Victoria Park show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.3% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (7.5% vs 12.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.3% of the population in the suburb of Victoria Park as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.3% of the population in the suburb of Victoria Park as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,373 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $86,336 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,828 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,047 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,413 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Victoria Park is approximately $69,975. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,373.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Victoria Park is approximately $92,414. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $86,336.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Victoria Park is approximately $69,975 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,373 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Victoria Park is approximately $92,414 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $86,336 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Victoria Park's households (~32.4% / 1,355 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Victoria Park is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.4% 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 Victoria Park is $1,828/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Victoria Park is $2,413/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Victoria Park is $1,047/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Victoria Park had a median income among taxpayers of $65,373 with the average level standing at $86,336. This is extremely high nationally and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,975 (median) and $92,414 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Victoria Park is $6,614 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Victoria Park's disposable income is $6,614 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Victoria Park ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 78.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,347 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,922 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,536 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Victoria Park has approximately 7,347 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Victoria Park stands at 2.5%, which is 1.7 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 Victoria Park is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.5% of employment), professional & technical (12.3%), and education & training (8.7%). Other significant employers include mining and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Victoria Park 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 Victoria Park is 78.4%, 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 Victoria Park shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Victoria Park'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.
Victoria Park demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 46.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 16.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 25.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
46.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Victoria Park have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
25.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Victoria Park have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Victoria Park ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Victoria Park are: Bachelor Degree (29.2%), Certificate (16.6%), Postgraduate (13.3%).
30.1% of the population in the suburb of Victoria Park is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.1% in primary school, 3.8% in secondary school, 11.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Victoria Park is 1108, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Victoria Park, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,423 students.
The suburb of Victoria Park includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Victoria Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 36.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 19.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,185 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,853 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 55.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Victoria Park had 4,185 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.0% to an estimated 4,853 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Victoria Park is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 55.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (36.9%), group households (8.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,306 family households, couples with children account for 19.1% of all households, couples without children at home 28.1%, and single parent families 6.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Victoria Park shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 36.9% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 55.1% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 45.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 36.9% of all households in the suburb of Victoria Park, higher 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 8.0% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Victoria Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 46.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 68.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 53.9% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Victoria Park scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 31.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 46.1% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Victoria Park, at 34.4% of people, although more residents (48.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 7.1% of the population, compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Victoria Park are English, comprising 23.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 16.9% of the population, and Other, comprising 16.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of Victoria Park (vs 2.6% across Greater Perth), Korean at 0.6% (vs 0.3%) and Italian at 4.7% (vs 4.2%).
46.1% of the suburb of Victoria Park population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
31.9% of the population in the suburb of Victoria Park speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.0% of the suburb of Victoria Park population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
71.6% of the suburb of Victoria Park population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Victoria Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 53.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.3% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 38.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,946 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 36.8% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $345 | 2021 Census, weekly | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Victoria Park, 20.3% of homes are owned outright, 25.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 53.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 38.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Victoria Park are houses.
In the suburb of Victoria Park, 24.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 36.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Victoria Park stands at 20.3%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Victoria Park is $1,946, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Victoria Park is $1,307, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Victoria Park, households with mortgages typically spend 24.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Victoria Park is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Victoria Park shows mortgage holders spending 24.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Victoria Park consists of 38.4% detached houses, 36.8% semi-detached dwellings, 24.6% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Victoria Park consumes approximately 16.5% of median household income ($7,915 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Victoria Park show attached dwellings contributing 83% of approvals compared to 62% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 17% of applications versus 38% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Victoria Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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 | 59.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 79th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
Around 59.7% of people in the suburb of Victoria Park are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Victoria Park, 2.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in the suburb of Victoria Park are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the suburb of Victoria Park population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the suburb of Victoria Park have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Victoria Park, 59.7% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 55 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,781 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 196 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 55 public transport stops within the suburb of Victoria Park.
The suburb of Victoria Park has 5,781 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 825 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 127 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 380 m away and the nearest school 469 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 55 stops nearby, 5,781 weekly trips, access rating 92 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 90th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 380 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 418 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 469 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 522 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 528 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 607 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 642 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 692 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 774 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.6 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 3 long day care centres with 226 places in Victoria Park, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Victoria Park among the top 13% of areas assessed nationwide.
Victoria Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Victoria Park is $624 a week, -0.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Victoria Park are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Victoria Park's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 67% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Victoria Park ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Victoria Park demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Victoria Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Victoria Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Victoria Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Victoria Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Victoria Park has an estimated 10,824 residents, up 16.0% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Victoria Park.
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 Victoria Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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 (SAL51490). 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 (Sep 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 Victoria Park 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 Victoria Park 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.
