Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Willagee has an estimated 6,299 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in the area around Willagee.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Willagee, located 12 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, has an estimated population of around 6,299 as of Aug 2026. This figure is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data that is updated each quarter. Compared with the 5,447 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 852 people, or 15.6%.
Population density and growth drivers are well above average in the suburb of Willagee. Its residents are somewhat younger than those in a typical Australian area, with a median age of 37, and lone person households form a large part of the household mix. The suburb also has a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, a strong share of semi-detached dwellings and an elevated education employment base.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Willagee, located 12 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, has an estimated population of around 6,299 as of Aug 2026. This figure is derived from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, alongside national address file data that is updated each quarter. Compared with the 5,447 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 852 people, or 15.6%.
Population density and growth drivers are well above average in the suburb of Willagee. Its residents are somewhat younger than those in a typical Australian area, with a median age of 37, and lone person households form a large part of the household mix. The suburb also has a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, a strong share of semi-detached dwellings and an elevated education employment base.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,546 in 2006 and 6,253 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,299 (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, 16.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28%.
Willagee ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for development activity and the 75th for income.
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 Willagee is $780 a week, up 6.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 8% above Greater Perth.
8% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $780 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Melville | $818 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Melville, over 12 months | +6.7% | 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 |
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Status of the 80 tracked applications: 57 approved, 7 under assessment, 16 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 20 projects in and around Willagee, 5 of them under construction.
Modular transportable homes designed for social and affordable housing with minimal environmental impact, complemented by skills training programs for unemployed and vulnerable individuals. The project is coordinated from the headquarters in Booragoon, WA.
Boutique house and land estate by Yolk Property Group overlooking Alan Edwards Park and near Frank Cann parkland. Civil works and home builds are underway with most lots sold and a small number of park front survey strata lots and turnkey homes still available. Close to Murdoch University, Fiona Stanley Hospital and the Kardinya Park shopping precinct.
Installation of new traffic signals, on-road bicycle lanes, pedestrian path and crossing facilities to improve safety at the boundary intersection jointly managed by the Cities of Melville and Cockburn.
Proposed mixed use development on the former Palmyra Bowling Club site, comprising 98 apartments above ground floor commercial tenancies, delivering new housing and local shops close to Fremantle in partnership between 10 Development and DevelopmentWA.
The proposal focuses on improving transport capacity and modal options along corridors connecting Murdoch and Cockburn Central to Fremantle to address growing congestion from population growth and high car-dependency.
Blackwall Reach is a major urban renewal project in Bicton, transforming former public housing into a vibrant residential precinct. The redevelopment delivers over 400 new dwellings including a mix of social, affordable, and private apartments and townhouses.
A $1.8 billion WA Government project delivering a new 274-bed Women and Babies Hospital at 11 Robin Warren Drive, Murdoch, within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct. It will replace King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide maternity, gynaecology and neonatal services.
A completed masterplanned residential community by Cedar Woods featuring a mix of apartments, townhouses and house-and-land packages immediately adjacent to Palmyra town centre.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
A major $792 million redevelopment by Scentre Group to transform Westfield Booragoon into a premier retail, dining, and lifestyle destination. The approved expansion includes adding approximately 72,500 sqm of retail space, indoor and outdoor dining, and entertainment experiences, with the substantial commencement deadline extended by the WAPC to February…
Proposed upgrade and expansion of the existing Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre, providing modern and functional facilities for school and community camps, conferences, and workshops. The wider precinct is a site of deep cultural significance to the Whadjuk Noongar people, known as Dyoondalup.
Bicton Central is a modern neighbourhood shopping hub that underwent a significant redevelopment to enhance its retail and dining offering. The centre is anchored by a flagship Coles supermarket and Liquorland, complemented by a diverse range of specialty stores including wellness services, boutique retail, and alfresco dining options.
Stage 2 of the $65 million redevelopment was completed in December 2025, transforming the site into a modern mixed-use precinct. Improvements include an expanded 3,790sqm Coles, a new fresh food market, a three-level 550-bay car park, and a major medical and wellness hub. A new signalised intersection on South Street is scheduled to open by March 2026.
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Estimated completion year of the 12 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 4, 2028 2, 2029 1, 2030 0, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 1 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 80 substantial development applications lodged in and around Willagee over the past 5 years, 30 in the last 12 months; 7 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 13, 2023 9, 2024 11, 2025 22, 2026 (to Oct) 22.
Key application 40-44 Worley St, Willagee $28m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 80 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 43 | ABS building approvals | 54th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 57 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Willagee include: Kardinya District Centre Precinct Structure Plan (Approved); Kardinya Park Shopping Centre Redevelopment (Completed); Santa Clara Estate (Completed); Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); and New Women and Babies Hospital (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Willagee spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Sports & Recreation, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Willagee currently ranks below national averages at the 33rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Willagee among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Willagee area has seen 92 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Willagee's current population of 6,299 has been supported by 43 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Willagee has seen 7.4 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 134 people in the suburb of Willagee, 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 Willagee's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 43, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Willagee has grown by approximately 780 people, while 213 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.
Population growth drivers in Willagee are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,299 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,016 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,447 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 852 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.09 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Willagee was estimated to be approximately 6,299 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,253 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Willagee has added approximately 852 people and shown a 15.64% increase from the 5,447 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Willagee is estimated at 3,014 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Willagee has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Willagee is driven by: Interstate migration (55.00000000000001%), Overseas migration (37.0%), Natural increase (8.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
Willagee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 28.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.8% | 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 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Willagee at 36 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Willagee is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 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 Willagee compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Willagee compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.7% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Willagee is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the suburb of Willagee as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.0% of the population in the suburb of Willagee as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,191 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $105,633 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,660 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $829 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 25.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,393 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Willagee is approximately $76,203. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,191.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Willagee is approximately $113,070. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $105,633.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Willagee is approximately $76,203 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,191 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Willagee is approximately $113,070 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $105,633 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Willagee's households (~28.0% / 595 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Willagee is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.0% 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 Willagee is $1,660/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Willagee is $2,393/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Willagee is $829/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Willagee had a median income among taxpayers of $71,191 with the average level standing at $105,633. This is among the top percentile 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 $76,203 (median) and $113,070 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Willagee is $5,895 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Willagee's disposable income is $5,895 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Willagee has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,278 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,075 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,485 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Willagee has approximately 3,278 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.9%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Willagee stands at 5.9%, which is 1.7 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Willagee is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.5% of employment), education & training (12.3%), and retail trade (9.5%). Other significant employers include construction and professional & technical.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Willagee 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 Willagee is 68.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Willagee shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Willagee's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Willagee sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 32.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
32.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Willagee have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
35.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Willagee have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Willagee ranks in the 53th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Willagee are: Bachelor Degree (22.8%), Certificate (21.4%), Advanced Diploma (10.8%).
30.3% of the population in the suburb of Willagee is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 5.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Willagee is 998, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Willagee, with a combined enrollment of approximately 541 students.
The suburb of Willagee includes 2 primary schools.
Willagee features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,125 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,457 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Willagee had 2,125 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.6% to an estimated 2,457 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Willagee is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (32.8%), group households (4.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,330 family households, couples with children account for 26.0% of all households, couples without children at home 20.6%, and single parent families 14.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Willagee shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 32.8% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 62.6% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Willagee 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 35.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 41.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 32.8% of all households in the suburb of Willagee, 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 4.5% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Willagee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.2% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
Willagee was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 13.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 26.9% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Willagee, at 40.6% of people, although more residents (54.8%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Willagee are English, comprising 28.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Willagee (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.8%) and French at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
26.9% of the suburb of Willagee population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
13.8% of the population in the suburb of Willagee speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.6% of the suburb of Willagee population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.4% of the suburb of Willagee population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Willagee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,967 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $283 | 2021 Census, weekly | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 77th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Willagee, 20.1% of homes are owned outright, 42.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 37.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Willagee are houses.
In the suburb of Willagee, 1.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 18.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Willagee stands at 20.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Willagee is $1,967, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Willagee is $1,298, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Willagee, households with mortgages typically spend 27.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Willagee is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Willagee shows mortgage holders spending 27.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.0% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Willagee consists of 79.4% detached houses, 18.6% semi-detached dwellings, 1.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Willagee consumes approximately 18.1% of median household income ($7,188 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Willagee show attached dwellings contributing 30% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 70% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Willagee is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 67.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.0% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
Around 67.5% of people in the suburb of Willagee are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Willagee, 8.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the suburb of Willagee are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the suburb of Willagee population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the suburb of Willagee have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Willagee, 67.5% 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 | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 54th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 33 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 518 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 25th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 191 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 33 public transport stops within the suburb of Willagee.
The suburb of Willagee has 518 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 74 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 159 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 364 m away and the nearest supermarket 524 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 33 stops nearby, 518 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 364 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 524 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 575 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 601 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 635 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 697 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Willagee among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Willagee has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Willagee is $780 a week, +6.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Willagee are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Willagee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Willagee has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally.
Educational attainment in Willagee sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Willagee features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Willagee was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Willagee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Willagee is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older 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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Willagee has an estimated 6,299 residents, up 15.6% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in the area around Willagee.
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 Willagee.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL51610). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Willagee 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 Willagee 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.
