Yalyalup

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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Yalyalup's population is estimated at around 3,279 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 329 people (11.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,950 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,217, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 198 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 101 persons per square kilometer. Yalyalup's 11.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.7%), along with the non-metro area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 35.0% 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 Australia's regional areas is projected, with the Yalyalup statistical area (Lv2) expected to grow by 792 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a gain of 21.2% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Yalyalup when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Yalyalup has experienced around 39 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Approximately 199 homes were approved over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, with an additional 16 approved so far in FY-26. On average, 1.1 people move to the area for each dwelling built over these years, indicating a balanced supply and demand market that supports stable conditions.

The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings is $576,000, suggesting developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, commercial approvals totaled $20.4 million, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of WA, Yalyalup has similar development levels per person, maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area. However, construction activity has intensified recently.

Nationally, Yalyalup's development level is substantially higher, indicating strong developer confidence in the location. Recent construction comprises 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 48 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Yalyalup is expected to grow by 695 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Yalyalup has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Busselton Margaret River Airport Expansion, Embark Busselton, Yalyalup Mineral Sands Project, and Busselton Gateway Industrial Park. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Yalyalup rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Yalyalup has a balanced workforce across white and blue collar jobs, with significant representation in lifestyle and retail sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.9% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 6.4% over the past year, according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of this date, 1,838 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 1.4% lower than Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%. The workforce participation rate in Yalyalup was 69.6%, higher than Rest of WA's 59.4%. Dominant employment sectors included retail trade, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food. Retail trade had particularly high concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 2.3% compared to the regional average of 9.3%.

The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.7, indicating a higher level of local employment opportunities than usual. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 6.4%, labour force grew by 5.9%, and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points in Yalyalup, compared to Rest of WA's growth rates of 1.4% and 1.2%, respectively, with a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Yalyalup's employment mix suggests local employment could increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

In AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023, Yalyalup suburb had a median income among taxpayers of $56,185 and an average of $74,202. These figures are higher than the national averages. The rest of Western Australia had a median income of $59,973 and an average of $74,392 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year ending June 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $61,590 (median) and $81,340 (average). According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data from 2021, Yalyalup's household, family, and personal incomes are around the 51st percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 39.3% of individuals in Yalyalup earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, which is consistent with broader metropolitan trends at 31.1%. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 50th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

In Yalyalup, as per the latest Census evaluation, all dwellings were houses with none being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro WA's 89.8% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yalyalup stood at 23.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 56.6% and rented ones at 19.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, aligning with Non-Metro WA's average. The median weekly rent was $418, compared to Non-Metro WA's $360. Nationally, Yalyalup's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $418 than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.8% of all households, including 37.5% couples with children, 30.3% couples without children, and 12.9% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.2%, with lone person households at 16.3% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.3%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (33.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.7% in primary education, 10.4% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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Yalyalup's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data for Yalyalup shows a relatively low prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 57% (~1,857 people) have private health cover, compared to 53.6% across the rest of WA.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (10.0%) and asthma (7.9%), with 70.0% of residents reporting no medical ailments. This compares to 69.5% across the rest of WA. In Yalyalup, 9.7% (~318 people) are aged 65 and over, lower than the 20.0% in the rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors in Yalyalup are particularly strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Yalyalup's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 79.2% of its population born in Australia, 89.7% being citizens, and 92.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Yalyalup, comprising 43.1% of people there. However, there was an overrepresentation in the 'Other' category, which made up 1.2% of the population compared to 0.5% across the rest of WA.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (34.5%), Australian (29.9%), and Scottish (7.4%). Notably, South African (1.0%) was overrepresented in Yalyalup compared to the regional average of 0.6%. Similarly, New Zealand (1.1%) and Welsh (0.7%) were also overrepresented compared to their respective regional averages of 1.0% and 0.7%.

Yalyalup's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Yalyalup is 35 years, which is lower than the Rest of WA average of 40 years and also slightly lower than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Rest of WA, Yalyalup has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 years (15.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 years (6.3%). Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 25-34 years has increased from 13.5% to 15.0%, while the 35-44 age group has risen from 14.3% to 15.8%. Conversely, the 65-74 age group has decreased from 8.7% to 6.3% and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 17.0% to 15.7%. By 2041, Yalyalup's age composition is projected to change significantly. The 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 51%, adding 253 people and reaching a total of 745 from the current 491. Meanwhile, both the 15-24 and 75-84 age groups are projected to decrease in number.