Wooroloo

Wooroloo has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the Wooroloo statistical area's population is estimated at around 2,763 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 150 people (5.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,613 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,760, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional two validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 58 persons per square kilometer. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 44.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Moving forward with demographic trends, an above median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected for the Wooroloo (SA2), with the area expected to increase by 378 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 17.7% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Wooroloo according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Wooroloo has seen around 3 residential properties granted approval each year. Over the past 5 financial years, from FY21 to FY25, approximately 19 homes were approved, with none so far in FY26.

On average, each home built over these years is estimated to bring in 5.2 new residents annually. This demand significantly outpaces supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing buyer competition. The average construction value of new homes is $426,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Compared to Greater Perth, Wooroloo has 70.0% lower building activity per person, reinforcing demand and pricing for existing properties due to constrained new construction. This is also below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations.

All recent building activity consists of standalone homes, preserving Wooroloo's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 2830 people. Future projections show Wooroloo adding 489 residents by 2041, with building activity keeping pace with growth projections despite potential buyer competition as the population grows.

Wooroloo has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

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Employment performance in Wooroloo has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Wooroloo has a balanced workforce consisting of white and blue collar jobs, with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate in the area was 4.2% as of September 2025.

There was an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025485 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 4.2%, which is 0.2% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Wooroloo was significantly lower at 16.3% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. The key industries employing residents in Wooroloo are mining, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety.

The area has a particular specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share of 1.8 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 11.6% of Wooroloo's workforce compared to 14.8% in Greater Perth. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 0.8%, while labour force increased by 2.0%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 1.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 2.9%, labour force expand by 3.0%, and a marginal increase in unemployment. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wooroloo's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.4% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Wooroloo had a median income among taxpayers of $50,024. The average income stood at $71,080. This is higher than the national average and compares to levels of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for median income would be approximately $54,836 as of September 2025. For average income, the estimate is around $77,918 by that date. Census data reveals household income ranks at the 59th percentile with a weekly income of $1,895. Personal income sits at the 38th percentile. The majority of residents, 37.6% or 1,038 people, fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, mirroring the regional trend where 32.0% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power.

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

Wooroloo's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.9% houses and 1.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wooroloo was at 35.8%, similar to Perth metro's level, with the rest being mortgaged (56.0%) or rented (8.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,686, below Perth metro's average of $1,950. Median weekly rent in Wooroloo was recorded at $360, compared to Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Wooroloo's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Wooroloo features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 78.3% of all households, including 32.5% couples with children, 37.2% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.7%, with lone person households at 20.6%. Group households make up 0.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which matches the Greater Perth average.

Wooroloo faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 8.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (0.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.6%). Vocational pathways account for 17.0% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 2.8% and certificates at 14.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 79.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 28.0% in secondary education, 25.3% in primary education, and 9.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Analysis of public transport in Wooroloo shows 12 active stops operating, all offering bus services. These stops are covered by two routes, together providing 50 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents usually located 912 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages seven trips per day across all routes, equating to about four weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Wooroloo are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Wooroloo's health indicators show below-average results, with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is very high at approximately 55% of the total population (around 1,531 people), compared to 57.4% in Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis, affecting 8.4% of residents, and mental health issues, impacting 7.9%. Around 68.6% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.2% in Greater Perth. In Wooroloo, 10.1% of residents are aged 65 and over (279 people), which is lower than the 21.2% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

Wooroloo ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Woorloo, surveyed in August 2016, had a cultural diversity index of 43.7%, below the regional average of 54.1%. Its population comprised 25.3% citizens, with 78.6% born in Australia and 96.2% speaking English only at home (as of June 2016). Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 42.0% of the population.

However, the 'Other' category showed an overrepresentation, comprising 1.0% compared to the regional average of 0.6%. The top three ancestry groups were English (39.5%), Australian (26.4%), and Irish (8.7%). Notably, Hungarian (0.5%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 0.2%, as were South African (0.8% vs 0.6%) and Polish (0.9% vs 0.8%) groups.

Wooroloo's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Wooroloo is close to Greater Perth's average of 37 years and equivalent to the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Wooroloo has a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (26.1%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (3.5%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is well above the national average of 14.2%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, since the Census on 28 August 2021, the proportion of Wooroloo's population aged 35 to 44 has grown from 24.3% to 26.1%, while the proportion of those aged 65 to 74 increased from 4.9% to 6.3%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 decreased from 25.2% to 22.0%. By 2041, Wooroloo's age composition is expected to shift notably. The demographic projection shows that the 45-54 age group will grow by 36%, reaching 622 people from 458. Meanwhile, both the 35-44 and 25-34 age groups are projected to decrease in number.