Wellard

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for Wellard, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb's population is estimated at around 19,189 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 5,062 people (35.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,127 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 17,854, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 834 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,175 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wellard's 35.8% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (8.9%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 48.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Considering the projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase in the top quartile of statistical areas across the nation is forecast, with the suburb expected to grow by 8,010 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 33.8% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Wellard has experienced around 267 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 1,335 homes were approved, with a further 89 approved in FY-26 so far. This indicates an average of about 3.1 people moving to the area for each dwelling built over these five years, suggesting demand significantly outpaces supply.

New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $368,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. In FY-26, $7.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating limited commercial development focus compared to residential. When measured against Greater Perth, Wellard shows moderately higher development activity, at 21.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period, offering good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. This level is well above the national average, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area.

New development consists of 97.0% standalone homes and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving Wellard's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 57 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Looking ahead, Wellard is expected to grow by 6,481 residents through to 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Wellard has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones include Oakebella Estate, Providence Estate, Wellard East Primary School, and Wolfdene Wellard Development. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Wellard ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Wellard has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, matching Greater Perth's rate, and there was a 4.6% employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of June 2025, 10,489 residents are employed with workforce participation at 75.0%, higher than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. However, education & training has lower representation at 6.8% compared to the regional average of 9.2%.

Local employment opportunities appear limited as indicated by Census data comparison. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 4.6%, labour force by 5.9%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Perth had employment growth of 3.7% and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest future demand within Wellard. Five-year projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6%, with local estimates based on industry-specific projections suggesting a 6.2% increase for Wellard over the same period. Ten-year projections show national employment growth at 13.7%, and local estimates indicate a 13.3% increase for Wellard.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch aggregated the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Wellard had a median income among taxpayers of $60,022 and an average level of $69,049. Both figures were above the national averages of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively in Greater Perth. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $68,545 (median) and $78,854 (average), accounting for a 14.2% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Wellard ranked highly nationally, between the 73rd and 77th percentiles. Income distribution data showed that the $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band captured 44.8% of the community (8,596 individuals), aligning with regional levels where this cohort also represented 32.0%. High housing costs consumed 17.8% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 70th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

In Wellard, as per the latest Census data, 95.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.8% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This is compared to Perth metropolitan area's 93.0% houses and 7.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wellard stood at 9.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 65.1% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,902, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,724. The median weekly rent in Wellard was $350, compared to Perth metro's $315. Nationally, Wellard's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Wellard features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.7% of all households, including 45.8% couples with children, 22.6% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.3%, with lone person households at 15.7% and group households at 3.5%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.7 people.

The educational profile of Wellard exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 28.5% for residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA3 area average of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 11.0% and certificates make up 28.7%.

Educational participation is high at 32.9%, including 12.5% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education. Wellard has 4 schools with a combined enrollment of 3,441 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1028) and offering balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 2 primary schools and 2 K-12 schools. School capacity exceeds residential needs at 17.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.7, indicating that the area serves as an educational hub for the broader region.

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

Analysis shows 47 active transport stops in Wellard, including train and bus services. These are served by 6 routes offering 1,305 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically 392 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 186 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 27 weekly trips per individual stop.

Wellard's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Wellard, with common health conditions seen at a standard level among both young and old age cohorts.

Approximately 55% of Wellard's total population (~10,479 people) has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (affecting 7.7% of residents) and asthma (6.9%). A majority, 78.2%, report being completely free from medical ailments compared to 71.4% in Greater Perth. Wellard has a lower percentage of residents aged 65 and over, at 5.9% (1,132 people), than Greater Perth's 10.4%.

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 has a high level of cultural diversity, with 33.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 44.2% born overseas. The predominant religion in Wellard is Christianity, accounting for 44.0% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 4.5% of Wellard's population, compared to 2.8% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English (23.9%), Australian (18.9%), and Other (15.4%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences in representation: Filipino at 8.3% in Wellard versus 5.3% regionally, Maori at 2.4% versus 2.1%, and South African at 1.3% versus 1.1%.

Wellard hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

At 31 years, Wellard's median age is notably under the Greater Perth average of 37 and significantly lower than the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Perth, Wellard has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (19.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (3.9%). This 35-44 concentration is well above the national average of 14.2%. From 2021 to present, the age group of 15-24 has grown from 12.3% to 13.2% of Wellard's population. Conversely, the 0-4 cohort has declined from 10.6% to 8.5%, and the 25-34 age group dropped from 20.1% to 18.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Wellard's age profile will evolve significantly. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to expand considerably, with an increase of 1,487 people (67%) from 2,225 to 3,713.