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 ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, Yalyalup's population was estimated at 3,287 as of Feb 2026. This shows an increase of 337 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,950. The growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,217 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 102 persons per square kilometer. Yalyalup's 11.4% growth since 2021 exceeded the national average of 9.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 35.0% to population gains, with all drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 based on 2022 data. For areas not covered by this data, growth rates by age cohort from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are used. Future demographic trends project above median population growth for Australia's regional areas. Yalyalup is expected to grow by 788 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 20.8% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data indicates Yalyalup experienced around 39 dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 199 homes were approved, with 16 more in FY-26 by June. This results in an average of 1.1 people moving to the area per dwelling built over these five years, suggesting a balanced supply and demand market.

The average construction cost value for new dwellings is $576,000, indicating focus on premium developments. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalled $20.4 million, showing moderate commercial development levels. Compared to Rest of WA, Yalyalup has similar development levels per capita, maintaining market balance. However, recent construction activity has intensified, significantly higher than national averages, reflecting strong developer confidence in the location.

Recent housing comprises 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% medium-high density housing, preserving the area's traditional low-density character. There are approximately 48 people per dwelling approval in Yalyalup, indicating an expanding market. AreaSearch projects a population growth of 684 residents by 2041, with current development rates comfortably meeting demand and potentially supporting further growth beyond projections.

Yalyalup has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 43rdth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects expected to impact the region. Notable initiatives include the 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 diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The lifestyle and retail sectors are prominent. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.9%.

Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 6.4%. This is based on AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In September 2025, there are 1,839 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 1.4%, which is below Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%. Workforce participation in Yalyalup is high at 78.0% compared to Rest of WA's 67.2%.

According to Census responses, only 6.0% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors are retail trade, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food. Retail trade has a notably high concentration with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 2.3% compared to the regional average of 9.3%. The ratio of 0.7 workers per resident indicates ample local employment opportunities. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 6.4% and labour force increased by 5.9%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of WA had employment growth of 1.4%, labour force growth of 1.2%, and a decrease in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national 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 should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released on 31st May 2023 for financial year 2023, the suburb of Yalyalup's median income among taxpayers is $56,185. The average income in Yalyalup during this period was $74,202. This is higher than the national average. In comparison, the Rest of WA had a median income of $59,973 and an average income of $74,392 during the same financial year. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Yalyalup's median income would be approximately $61,590 as of September 2025. The average income estimate for this period is around $81,340. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Yalyalup cluster around the 51st percentile nationally. Income distribution data shows that 39.3% of individuals (1,291 people) in Yalyalup earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually. This is consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region, where 31.1% of individuals fall within this earnings band. High housing costs consume approximately 17.4% of income in Yalyalup. Despite this, 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 88.5% houses and 11.6% 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, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,560. The median weekly rent in Yalyalup was $418, compared to Non-Metro WA's $265. Nationally, Yalyalup's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 against Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $418 versus 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 account for 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 the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.3%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.0%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 10.2% of residents and certificates held by 33.1%. Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This comprises 11.7% in primary education, 10.4% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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Yalyalup's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Yalyalup's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks according to AreaSearch's assessment as of June 2021.

Common health conditions are seen at a standard level across both young and old age cohorts. Private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population, which totals around 1,862 people. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 10.0% and 7.9% of residents respectively. Approximately 70.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.3% across Rest of WA. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 9.0% of residents aged 65 and over, which totals around 295 people, lower than the 19.2% in Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Yalyalup had a cultural diversity index below the 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 dominant religion, making up 43.1% of Yalyalup's population. The most significant overrepresentation was seen in the 'Other' category, comprising 1.2% compared to the regional average of 0.7%.

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 compared to the regional average of 0.6%, as were New Zealanders (1.1% vs 0.9%) and Welsh people (0.7% vs 0.6%).

Yalyalup's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Yalyalup is 35 years, which is notably under the Rest of WA's average of 40 years and also modestly under Australia's median age of 38 years. Relative to Rest of WA, Yalyalup has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 years (15.6%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 years (6.1%). Between the 2021 Census and present day, the percentage of residents aged 25 to 34 has grown from 13.5% to 15.6%, while the percentage of those aged 35 to 44 has increased from 14.3% to 16.1%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 65 to 74 has declined from 8.7% to 6.1%, and the percentage of those aged 75 to 84 has dropped from 4.0% to 2.3%. By 2041, Yalyalup is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition, with the 25-34 age group projected to grow by 43%, reaching 734 people from 512. Meanwhile, both the 85+ and 15-24 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.