Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Wellard has an estimated 19,968 residents, up 41.3% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Wellard.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 35 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the suburb of Wellard represents an exceptionally fast-growing community, placing within the top 10% of areas nationally for population gains. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level ERP releases alongside quarterly address updates, the suburb of Wellard boasts an estimated population of 19,968 as of Aug 2026. This dynamic performance marks an addition of 5,841 people (41.3%) since the 2021 Census, which originally counted 14,127 people. Underpinning this expansion are development activity and population drivers that track well above average, supported by notable mortgage holder representation and an above-average household size.
The demographic structure of the suburb of Wellard is predominantly composed of family households and couples with children, featuring a high proportion of children and a substantial working-age cohort.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 35 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the suburb of Wellard represents an exceptionally fast-growing community, placing within the top 10% of areas nationally for population gains. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level ERP releases alongside quarterly address updates, the suburb of Wellard boasts an estimated population of 19,968 as of Aug 2026. This dynamic performance marks an addition of 5,841 people (41.3%) since the 2021 Census, which originally counted 14,127 people. Underpinning this expansion are development activity and population drivers that track well above average, supported by notable mortgage holder representation and an above-average household size.
The demographic structure of the suburb of Wellard is predominantly composed of family households and couples with children, featuring a high proportion of children and a substantial working-age cohort.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,648 in 2006 and 18,740 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,968 (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, 19.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 44.8%.
Wellard ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for development activity and the 96th 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 Wellard is $690 a week, up 6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 5% below Greater Perth.
5% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $690 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Kwinana | $650 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kwinana, over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 8 projects in Wellard (3 under construction) and 36 more in the surrounding area.
Wellard Green is a 146-lot residential land estate by Wolfdene in partnership with Blueways Group. Located adjacent to the Wellard Bulrush Nature Reserve and close to Wellard Train Station, the estate is being delivered in staged releases with civil works underway and Stage 1 sold out.
Award-winning boutique residential estate by Urban Quarter interwoven with existing bush and wetlands. Features adventure playground, walking trails, landscaped parks, and recreational space alongside surrounding bushland. Located near Wellard train station.
Boutique residential estate by Satterley Property Group set against the Bollard Bulrush Wetlands in Wellard. Features environmentally sensitive design with natural amenities, quality homesites, and active civil construction.
Sunrise Primary School (formerly known by the planning name Wellard East Primary School) opened in February 2026 to provide enrolment relief for Wellard Primary School.
A 484-hectare masterplanned community in Karnup, 50 kilometres south of Perth, being delivered by DevelopmentWA in partnership with Mirvac, who was appointed preferred proponent in November 2025. The project will deliver over 4,000 new homes for an estimated 10,400 residents over 20 years.
Five mixed-use development sites totaling approx. 10,739 sqm adjacent to Wellard Train Station and Wellard Square. The lots are zoned Neighbourhood Centre R80 enabling retail, residential, office and community uses.
Neighbourhood main street shopping centre within The Village at Wellard transit oriented precinct. Anchored by a 3,200 sqm Woolworths with about 23 specialty tenancies and community/medical services, adjacent to Wellard Station. Designed by Buchan. Ongoing local activations and pop up leasing managed by Cygnet West.
320-hectare master planned community by DevelopmentWA and Peet Limited delivering 3,075 homes. Transit-oriented development around Wellard Train Station with shopping precinct, schools, and community facilities. Development completed in 2024 after 21-year journey.
Stage 2 modernisation of Parmelia Primary School delivering new early childhood classrooms and a covered assembly area. Works are funded through the WA Government school building program and managed by Building Management and Works (BMW) on behalf of the Department of Education.
Planned refurbishment and modest expansion of the Parmelia Community Centre to improve accessibility, modernise the existing facility and provide additional flexible community spaces for local programs and events. The project remains listed within the City of Kwinana capital works program with planning activities underway.
Millars Landing is a masterplanned residential community in Baldivis, Western Australia, delivering approximately 1,500 dwellings. Developed by Cedar Woods, the estate features large family-sized lots, established parks including the Steamrail Adventure Playground, walking trails along the historic Tramway Reserve, and future provision for a primary school…
Replacement of ageing change rooms and construction of new community pavilion with universal access at Parmelia Oval.
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Estimated completion year of the 21 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 10, 2027 2, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 2. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Wellard over the period covered (about 1.4 years). Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 1 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 16.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 266 | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Wellard include: Wellard West Community Facility (Construction); Sunrise at Wellard (Construction); Oakebella Estate (Construction); Providence Estate (Construction); and The Wedge at Wellard (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Wellard spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Education & Training, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Wellard higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Wellard area has seen 687 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Wellard's current population of 19,968 has been supported by 266 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Wellard has seen 16.6 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 53 people in the suburb of Wellard, 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 Wellard's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 266, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Wellard has grown by approximately 4,936 people, while 1,329 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.7 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.
Wellard lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,968 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +41.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,223 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +6.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +8.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,127 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 5,841 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.4% | 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 | 16.33 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Wellard was estimated to be approximately 19,968 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 18,740 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Wellard has added approximately 5,841 people and shown a 41.35% increase from the 14,127 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Wellard is estimated at 1,223 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Wellard has shown a compound annual growth rate of 8.7% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Wellard is driven by: Interstate migration (48.0%), Natural increase (26.0%), Overseas migration (26.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 48.0% of overall population gains.
Wellard hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 31 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.3% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Wellard at 31 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 31 years as at August 2026, Wellard is 6 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 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 Wellard compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 19.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Wellard compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 3.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Wellard show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (8.2% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.5% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.6% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.5% of the population in the suburb of Wellard as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 5.7% of the population in the suburb of Wellard as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $66,985 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,322 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,115 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $984 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,250 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 10.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Wellard is approximately $71,701. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $66,985.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Wellard is approximately $82,765. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,322.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Wellard is approximately $71,701 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,985 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Wellard is approximately $82,765 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,322 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Wellard's households (~44.8% / 2,065 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Wellard is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 44.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Wellard is $2,115/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Wellard is $2,250/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Wellard is $984/wk.
The suburb of Wellard's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Wellard's median income among taxpayers is $66,985 and the average income stands at $77,322, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $71,701 (median) and $82,765 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Wellard is $7,538 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Wellard's disposable income is $7,538 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Wellard has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,340 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,113 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 10,789 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Wellard has approximately 10,340 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Wellard stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Wellard is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.8% of employment), retail trade (9.0%), and construction (8.2%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.0% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include public administration & safety and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Wellard has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Wellard is 75.2%, 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 Wellard shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 16.8% of the local workforce compared to 14.8% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Wellard's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Wellard ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
28.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Wellard have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
31.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Wellard have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Wellard ranks in the 67th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Wellard are: Certificate (28.7%), Bachelor Degree (19.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.0%).
32.9% of the population in the suburb of Wellard is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.5% in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, 5.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Wellard is 1028, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Wellard, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,441 students.
The suburb of Wellard includes 2 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Wellard features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 15.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,609 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,515 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Wellard had 4,609 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 41.4% to an estimated 6,515 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Wellard is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (15.7%), group households (3.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,719 family households, couples with children account for 45.8% of all households, couples without children at home 22.6%, and single parent families 11.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Wellard shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.7% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 15.7% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Wellard have an average of 1.5 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.0% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 15.7% of all households in the suburb of Wellard, notably lower than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.5% of households, in line with the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Wellard 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 | 44.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 66.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 55.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Wellard scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 33.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 44.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Wellard was found to be Christianity, which makes up 44.0% of people in Wellard. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 4.5% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wellard are English, comprising 23.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 18.9% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 8.3% of Wellard (vs 1.4% across Greater Perth), Maori at 2.4% (vs 0.9%) and South African at 1.3% (vs 1.0%).
44.2% of the suburb of Wellard population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
33.1% of the population in the suburb of Wellard speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.8% of the suburb of Wellard population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
79.2% of the suburb of Wellard population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Wellard is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,902 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Wellard, 9.2% of homes are owned outright, 65.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.2% of dwellings in the suburb of Wellard are houses.
In the suburb of Wellard, 2.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Wellard stands at 9.2%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Wellard is $1,902, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Wellard is $1,627, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Wellard, households with mortgages typically spend 20.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Wellard is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Wellard shows mortgage holders spending 20.8% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Wellard consists of 95.2% detached houses, 2.5% semi-detached dwellings, 2.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Wellard consumes approximately 17.8% of median household income ($9,158 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Wellard show attached dwellings contributing 9% of approvals compared to 5% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 91% of applications versus 95% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Wellard's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 64th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the suburb of Wellard are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Wellard, 3.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the suburb of Wellard are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of Wellard population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.7% of people in the suburb of Wellard have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Wellard, 56.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 40 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 40th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 48 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,342 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 394 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 48 public transport stops within the suburb of Wellard.
The suburb of Wellard has 1,342 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 191 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 392 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 499 m away and the nearest school 678 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 48 stops nearby, 1,342 weekly trips, access rating 40 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 15 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 15th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 499 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 678 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.7 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 5 long day care centres with 450 places in Wellard, about 3.4 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 Wellard higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Wellard has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Wellard is $690 a week, +6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Wellard lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Wellard hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 7% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Wellard has been broadly consistent with national averages.
The educational profile of Wellard ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Wellard features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Wellard is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Wellard is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Wellard's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Wellard has an estimated 19,968 residents, up 41.3% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Wellard.
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 Wellard.
Data currency
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 (SAL51558). 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 Wellard 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 Wellard 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.
