Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Winthrop has an estimated 6,641 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in the area around Winthrop.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 11.6 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Winthrop in Western Australia is home to an estimated 6,641 residents as of Aug 2026. This figure draws on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The suburb has grown by 621 people (10.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,020 people. It offers strong educational qualifications, high levels of outright home ownership, above-average median household income, and a housing stock led by detached homes, with a very high proportion of married families. Standout school performance levels are also noted.
Residents have a comparatively older age profile, with a median age of 45, and households are largely family-based, with many couples without children. The suburb is exceptionally well educated and highly culturally diverse, and its population growth reflects moderate expansion. Widely regarded for its family-friendly atmosphere, the suburb of Winthrop balances modern conveniences with suburban tranquility.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 11.6 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD, the suburb of Winthrop in Western Australia is home to an estimated 6,641 residents as of Aug 2026. This figure draws on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The suburb has grown by 621 people (10.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,020 people. It offers strong educational qualifications, high levels of outright home ownership, above-average median household income, and a housing stock led by detached homes, with a very high proportion of married families. Standout school performance levels are also noted.
Residents have a comparatively older age profile, with a median age of 45, and households are largely family-based, with many couples without children. The suburb is exceptionally well educated and highly culturally diverse, and its population growth reflects moderate expansion. Widely regarded for its family-friendly atmosphere, the suburb of Winthrop balances modern conveniences with suburban tranquility.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,708 in 2006 and 6,641 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 26.5%.
Winthrop ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for health and the 91st for education.
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 Winthrop is $968 a week, up 7.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 34% above Greater Perth.
34% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $968 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | 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 7 tracked applications: 4 approved, 2 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 27 projects in and around Winthrop, 6 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.
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.
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.
Upgrade and expansion of Mount Pleasant Primary School in Mount Pleasant, Western Australia, including new teaching blocks, an upgraded administration building and a covered assembly area to modernise facilities and support enrolments from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is located at 29 Queens Road, Mount Pleasant, within the City of Melville.
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.
Stage 2 of the Applecross Village Redevelopment focuses on the implementation of the Riseley Activity Centre Structure Plan. The project involves major streetscape upgrades and public realm improvements at the intersection of Sleat Road and Riseley Street to foster a vibrant mixed-use precinct.
Refurbishment and expansion of the sports building at Karoonda Reserve to enhance local sports infrastructure and support growing female participation. The $1.37 million project delivered universal and gender-neutral access to toilets, showers, and changerooms, alongside a new umpires' room and additional storerooms.
Small infill redevelopment delivering 4 two-storey grouped dwellings at 34A Polglass Way by Sincerity Group/Sincerity Building Group. City of Melville granted development approval in 2022. Sincerity is marketing house-and-land packages for "Polglass Way, Ardross" with guide pricing from $1,410,000, indicating sales/marketing underway.
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.
A major infrastructure planning initiative to upgrade Perth's busiest suburban train station outside the CBD to accommodate rapid growth within the Murdoch Specialised Activity Centre.
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.
City of Melville redevelopment delivering new inclusive clubrooms and changerooms at Len Shearer Reserve. The completed facility includes four gender-neutral changerooms, expanded clubrooms, kitchen and canteen, universal access toilets, an umpires room and additional storage to support growing community sport and female participation.
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Estimated completion year of the 12 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 5, 2027 1, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 0, 2031 2, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 1 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 7 substantial development applications lodged in and around Winthrop over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 0, 2024 2, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 5 | ABS building approvals | 12th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Winthrop include: Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); New Women and Babies Hospital (Fiona Stanley Hospital Precinct) (Construction); Westfield Booragoon Redevelopment (Approved); Kardinya District Centre Precinct Structure Plan (Approved); and Kardinya Park Shopping Centre Redevelopment (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Winthrop spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Winthrop currently ranks below national averages at the 37th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Winthrop compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Winthrop area has seen 10 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Winthrop's current population of 6,641 has been supported by 5 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Winthrop has seen 0.8 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 1319 people in the suburb of Winthrop, 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 Winthrop's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 5, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Winthrop has grown by approximately 489 people, while 26 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 18.8 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Winthrop reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,641 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,909 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,020 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 621 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.48 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Winthrop was estimated to be approximately 6,641 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,641 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Winthrop has added approximately 621 people and shown a 10.32% increase from the 6,020 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Winthrop is estimated at 1,908 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Winthrop has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Winthrop is driven by: Overseas migration (85.0%), Natural increase (15.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 85.0% of overall population gains.
Winthrop hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.2% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | 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 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Winthrop at 44 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Winthrop is 7 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Winthrop compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 13.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Winthrop compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Winthrop show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (13.8% vs 8.5%) and 75-84 year-olds (8.2% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (9.8% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (3.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the suburb of Winthrop as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.8% of the population in the suburb of Winthrop as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,943 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,303 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,324 | 2021 Census, weekly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $762 | 2021 Census, weekly | 41st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 40.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,405 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Winthrop is approximately $54,529. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,943.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Winthrop is approximately $81,675. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,303.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Winthrop is approximately $54,529 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,943 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Winthrop is approximately $81,675 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,303 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Winthrop's households (~26.5% / 521 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Winthrop is the $4000+ group, representing about 26.5% 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 Winthrop is $2,324/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Winthrop is $2,405/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Winthrop is $762/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Winthrop is above the national average, with the median assessed at $50,943 while the average income stands at $76,303. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $64,047 and an average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $54,529 (median) and $81,675 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Winthrop is $9,025 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Winthrop's disposable income is $9,025 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Winthrop positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,603 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,201 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,658 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Winthrop has approximately 3,603 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Winthrop stands at 1.5%, which is 2.7 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Winthrop is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.4% of employment), education & training (12.0%), and professional & technical (11.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Winthrop 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 Winthrop is 65.0%, 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 Winthrop shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Winthrop's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Winthrop places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 46.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
46.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Winthrop have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
30.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Winthrop have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Winthrop ranks in the 91th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Winthrop are: Bachelor Degree (31.6%), Certificate (11.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
29.1% of the population in the suburb of Winthrop is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 7.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Winthrop is 1138, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Winthrop, with a combined enrollment of approximately 604 students.
The suburb of Winthrop includes 1 primary school.
Winthrop features high concentrations of family households and couples with children 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 | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 46.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,966 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,169 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 89.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Winthrop had 1,966 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.3% to an estimated 2,169 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Winthrop is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 89.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (9.7%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,752 family households, couples with children account for 46.6% of all households, couples without children at home 32.8%, and single parent families 8.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Winthrop shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 89.1% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 9.7% 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 Winthrop have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 63.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 9.7% of all households in the suburb of Winthrop, 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 1.5% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Winthrop 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 | 47.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 52.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Winthrop scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 34.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 47.9% born overseas.
The main religion in Winthrop was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.1% of people in Winthrop. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.7% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Winthrop are Chinese, comprising 22.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%, English, comprising 19.8% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 16.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Winthrop (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Korean at 0.8% (vs 0.3%) and Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.8%).
47.9% of the suburb of Winthrop population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
34.0% of the population in the suburb of Winthrop speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.2% of the suburb of Winthrop population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.4% of the suburb of Winthrop population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Winthrop is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 55.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,317 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $545 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Winthrop, 55.1% of homes are owned outright, 33.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Winthrop are houses.
In the suburb of Winthrop, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Winthrop stands at 55.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Winthrop is $2,317, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Winthrop is $1,045, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Winthrop, households with mortgages typically spend 23.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Winthrop is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Winthrop shows mortgage holders spending 23.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 23.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Winthrop consists of 99.1% detached houses, 0.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Winthrop consumes approximately 10.4% of median household income ($10,063 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Winthrop show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Winthrop's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.6% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 55.6% of people in the suburb of Winthrop are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Winthrop, 3.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.6% of people in the suburb of Winthrop are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the suburb of Winthrop population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the suburb of Winthrop have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Winthrop, 55.6% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 74th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,055 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 136 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the suburb of Winthrop.
The suburb of Winthrop has 2,055 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 293 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 206 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 450 m away and the nearest school 656 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 2,055 weekly trips, access rating 74 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 450 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 656 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 726 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 780 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 849 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 903 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Winthrop compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Winthrop has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Winthrop is $968 a week, +7.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Winthrop reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Winthrop hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market strength in Winthrop positions it well ahead of most Australian regions.
Educational achievement in Winthrop places it within the top 9% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Winthrop features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Winthrop is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Winthrop is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Winthrop's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Winthrop has an estimated 6,641 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in the area around Winthrop.
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 Winthrop.
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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 (SAL51623). 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) 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 Winthrop 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 Winthrop 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.
