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Wickham (WA) has an estimated 2,022 residents. That puts 119 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Wickham's population is estimated at approximately 2,022 in May 2026, according to recent analysis of ABS data and subsequent address validations by AreaSearch. This shows an increase of no people since the 2021 Census, which also recorded 2,022 residents. The figure is based on AreaSearch's evaluation of the ABS June 2025 release of Estimated Resident Population alongside newer address validations. The density of the suburb stands at 119 persons per square kilometer, which implies ample space and room for future growth. Natural growth was the principal driver of population gains, representing roughly 59.0% of recent increases.
Projections utilize SA2-level growth expectations published by ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline. For locations without direct data, or to estimate changes beyond 2032, calculations apply age-group growth rates from the 2023 Greater Capital Region forecasts, which are based on 2022 statistics. Over the coming years, population increases are projected to fall just under the median rate for non-metropolitan Australia, with the local population growing by 171 individuals by 2041, representing a total increase of 8.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Residential construction in the suburb of Wickham (WA) is very quiet, with less than 1 new home approved annually, representing minimal additions over the five-year timeframe. These small development volumes are typical of a rural setting where new building responds to particular localized needs instead of broader market pressures. Given the small numbers, single projects can have a major effect on year-on-year statistics. Wickham exhibits much lower building volumes than the Rest of WA. The rate of development is also below national norms.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Wickham (WA)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 63 current infrastructure and development projects close to Wickham (WA), worth an estimated $15.6 billion. 23 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, sports & recreation and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Infrastructure changes, large-scale projects, and planning updates can significantly impact local area growth. No projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the local area. Relevant regional projects include the Perdaman Urea Project - Project Destiny, the Pilbara Green Link, the Rio Tinto Pilbara Rail Network Expansion (AutoHaul), and the Pilbara Energy Transmission and Storage Infrastructure.
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The Quarter Karratha
Mixed-use civic, retail and commercial precinct anchored by The Quarter HQ office/retail building, a city square and 46 service worker apartments, delivered as part of the Karratha city centre revitalisation.
Madigan at Baynton West
Madigan at Baynton West is a major residential development in Karratha designed to provide affordable living and essential worker housing. The estate is a key component of the Karratha Urea Project's workforce strategy, with developer Perdaman constructing 133 homes to accommodate its permanent operational staff. As of early 2026, over 30 homes have been delivered with another 30 under active construction. The project features climate-responsive design, a 1.38-hectare landscaped public open space, and proximity to Baynton West Primary School.Future stages include plans for approximately 250 additional lots, a childcare center, and a new primary school to support long-term regional growth.
Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre
Karratha's first dedicated homemaker centre, featuring a 7,600 square meter Bunnings Warehouse and nine large format retail tenancies. As the only Bunnings in the Pilbara region, it services local demand for DIY, hardware, furniture, electrical appliances, and white goods. The project is located adjacent to residential developments and the Gap Ridge Industrial Estate, with the retail trade market in the area expected to reach 249 million AUD by 2026. Construction officially commenced on April 1, 2026.
Western Edge
A 160-hectare master-planned community in South Hedland designed to transform underutilized land into a residential hub for over 3,000 residents. The project received a major 75.2 million AUD funding boost in the 2026-27 WA State Budget to deliver the first 121 lots across Stages 1 and 2. It includes enabling infrastructure for water, power, and telecommunications, as well as public open space. The full project has the potential for up to 1,000 lots, including social housing.
South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation
Comprehensive revitalisation of South Hedland's Town Centre featuring a new main street, vibrant Town Square, public open spaces, road realignment, landscape treatments, underground services, and medium-to-high density mixed-use development opportunities. The project transforms the town centre into a modern hub designed for people, business, and investment. Premium development lots are now available for sale with infrastructure already in place.
South Hedland Residential Land Development
Residential land subdivision in South Hedland with fully serviced single residential lots (power, water, NBN ready) available for purchase. Lots are in established streets including Buzzard Street and Gannet Street, supporting affordable home building in the Pilbara region.
South Hedland Town Square
Public open space adjacent to South Hedland Shopping Centre featuring grassed outdoor amphitheatre, children's playground, public amenities, and landscaped areas. Serves as a community gathering place and event venue for local celebrations and activities.
Hedland Health Campus
A modern 12,000sqm single-level health facility serving as the regional healthcare hub for the Pilbara. The campus features four main pavilions housing a 24-hour emergency department, ambulatory care, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and mental health services. Designed with a unique heat-buffer roof system and cyclone-rated materials to withstand extreme regional climates.
1,117 residents of Wickham (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 1,149. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 75.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,456, about 72% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce consists of a blend of white-collar and blue-collar workers, with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The local unemployment rate stands at 2.8%, and jobs grew by 0.6% over the past year, according to aggregated statistical data. In March 2026, 1,117 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than the Regional WA figure of 3.5%. Participation in the workforce is particularly high at 75.5%, compared to 65.6% for Regional WA. Census responses indicate that only 0.9% of residents worked from home, though this figure was likely impacted by pandemic lockdowns.
Mining, healthcare and social assistance, and education and training are the main industries employing local residents. The area shows a heavy concentration in mining, with a workforce share 5.0 times higher than the regional benchmark. Conversely, agriculture, forestry and fishing has no representation at all, compared to 9.3% across the region. A comparison between the count of local workers and the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are limited. Based on statistical data from SALM and the ABS, the last 12 months saw local employment rise by 0.6% while the labor force grew by 0.9%, which raised the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional WA saw employment fall by 0.1%, labor force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide further context for future employment demand. These five and ten-year forecasts suggest national employment will grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these national sector forecasts to the local employment mix suggests local employment could rise by 4.1% over five years and 10.8% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Wickham (WA) is $3,358 a week (about $175,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,674 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $97,917 a year against an average of $112,006. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Postcode-level tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 places local incomes in the top percentile nationwide, showing a median income of $97,917 and an average of $112,006. This is significantly higher than Regional WA's median of $59,973 and average of $74,392. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023 suggests March 2026 figures of around $108,619 for the median and $124,248 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all ranked in the 98th to 99th percentiles nationally. Weekly earnings of $4000+ were recorded for 39.8% of the community, or 804 people, whereas the region's largest group was the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 31.1%.
High weekly household incomes exceeding $3,000 were reported by 61.5% of households, indicating strong consumer capacity. Disposable income after housing costs is high, with residents keeping 96.6% of their earnings, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wickham (WA) had 512 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 74% detached houses and 0% apartments. 4% are owned with a mortgage, 94% rented and 2% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $115 a week and the median mortgage repayment $790 a month. Rent absorbs 3.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 5.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock at the time of the Census consisted of 74.2% standalone houses and 25.8% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to Regional WA where standalone houses made up 88.5% and other options were 11.6%. Home ownership is relatively low at 2.0%, with the remaining properties mortgaged at 3.6% or rented at 94.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment of $790 is far below the Regional WA average of $1,560, and the median weekly rent is $115 compared to Regional WA's $265. Locally, mortgage repayments are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wickham (WA) counted 512 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.9 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 77.3% of local households, with couples with children representing 50.1%, couples without children at 19.6%, and single parents at 6.0%. Non-family households account for 22.7% of the total, consisting of 21.9% single-person households and 1.7% group households. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.5% of adults in Wickham (WA) hold a university qualification, including 10.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 78% of areas nationally. A further 45.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 357 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 896 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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University graduation rates are quite low at 14.5% compared to the national average of 30.4%, pointing to an opportunity for educational outreach. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 10.7%, with graduate diplomas at 2.3% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.5%. Vocational training is very common, with 54.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding a trade or technical qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 45.9%. Enrolment in education is strong, with 42.4% of the population attending school or tertiary courses. This is made up of 18.7% in primary school, 11.6% in high school, and 2.2% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Wickham (WA) means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport options include 2 active bus stops in the local area, which are serviced by 2 routes providing 20 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 585 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with most workers commuting out of the area; 76% travel by car, while 16% use the bus. Car ownership averages 1.8 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average, and 0.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Services run at an average frequency of 2 trips per day per route, which equates to about 10 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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80.9% of residents in Wickham (WA) report no long-term health condition. 1.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 71.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes for local residents are positive, with mortality rates and chronic health conditions remaining in line with national benchmarks and showing low rates of illness across age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high at 72% of the population, which accounts for 1,448 people. This compares to 56.4% in Regional WA and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequent medical conditions, affecting 6.8% and 5.7% of the population, respectively. However, 80.9% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 69.3% in Regional WA.
The working-age population shows low rates of illness, and only 4.0% of the population is aged 65 and over, which equals 80 people and is lower than the Regional WA average of 19.2%. Health indicators for older residents are particularly strong, ranking higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Wickham (WA) is largely Australian-born, at 82.5% of residents, with 11.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.1%) and English (25.3%). 9.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity matches regional averages, with citizens making up 75.0% of the population, 82.5% born in Australia, and 88.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 34.8% of the community. Judaism is notably overrepresented at 0.3% of the population, compared to no recorded followers in Regional WA. The most common parental ancestries are Australian at 31.1%, English at 25.3% (which is lower than the regional average of 31.3%), and Australian Aboriginal at 9.4%. Other notable groups include Maori at 2.6% (compared to 1.0% regionally), South Australian at 1.1% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Filipino at 2.2% (compared to 1.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wickham (WA) is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 30.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Wickham (WA) is 31 years, which is younger than the Regional WA average of 40 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional WA, there is a higher proportion of people aged 35 to 44 at 22.6%, but fewer individuals aged 65 to 74 at 2.9%. The concentration of 35 to 44 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 20.1% to 22.6% of the population, while the 85+ cohort grew from no individuals to 1.1%.
Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket shrank from 18.7% to 15.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.2% to 11.1%. Forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to expand by 26%, adding 97 people to reach 472, while the 55 to 64 and 15 to 24 cohorts are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wickham (WA)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,022 at the 2021 Census → 2,022 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL51601). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.