Perth - Evandale

Population growth drivers in Perth - Evandale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Perth-Evandale's population is around 6,092 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 610 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,482 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,793 from the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 209 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 26 persons per square kilometer. Perth-Evandale's growth rate of 11.1% since the 2021 census exceeded the state average of 5.3%. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 53.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections are adopted with adjustments made using weighted aggregation methods. Moving forward, demographic trends suggest lower quartile growth outside capital cities. The area is expected to grow by 278 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a reduction of 0.3% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Perth - Evandale when compared nationally

Perth-Evandale averaged approximately 39 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, totalling 198 homes. As of FY26, 33 approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling built during this period resulted in an average of 2.2 new residents per year. The construction cost value of new homes averaged $242,000.

In FY26, $20.8 million in commercial approvals were registered. Perth-Evandale's development levels are similar to those of the Rest of Tas., indicating market stability aligned with regional patterns. All new constructions consisted of standalone homes, preserving the area's low-density character and appealing to families seeking space.

With approximately 196 people per approval, Perth-Evandale reflects a developing area. Population is expected to remain stable or decline, potentially reducing pressure on housing and creating opportunities for buyers.

Perth - Evandale has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that are expected to influence the region. Notable projects include Skyeview Estate, South Perth Outline Development Plan, Perth Sports Precinct Master Plan, and West Perth Stormwater Upgrades (Stages 1-3). The following list outlines those projects deemed most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis places Perth - Evandale well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Perth Evandale has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs, prominent essential services sectors, and an unemployment rate of 2.0% as of September 2025. The area's unemployment rate is 1.8% lower than the Rest of Tas.'s rate of 3.8%, with workforce participation at 63.4%. Census data from this period shows that 7.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns.

Key industries for employment are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has a limited presence at 5.5%, compared to 8.4% regionally. Many residents commute for work based on Census data comparing working population to local population.

Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.4% alongside a 2.5% employment decline, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 2.0%. This contrasts with Rest of Tas., where employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 0.5%, and unemployment fell to 3.6%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Perth Evandale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Perth - Evandale SA2 is $53,803 and average income is $67,114. This differs from Rest of Tas., where median income is $49,689 and average income is $59,358. Based on a 9.6% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $58,968 (median) and $73,557 (average). Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Perth - Evandale rank modestly, between the 33rd and 37th percentiles. Income brackets show that 34.5% of residents fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to the metropolitan region where this group represents 28.5%. Housing costs allow for retention of 88.0% of income, but disposable income ranks below average at the 38th percentile.

Perth - Evandale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Perth - Evandale, as per the latest Census, 91.3% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 8.7% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. In comparison, Non-Metro Tas. had 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Perth - Evandale stood at 41.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.1% and rented ones at 16.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,324, higher than Non-Metro Tas.'s average of $1,274. The median weekly rent in Perth - Evandale was $280, compared to $250 in Non-Metro Tas. Nationally, Perth - Evandale's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,324 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Perth - Evandale has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 73.9% of all households, including 28.8% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.1%, with lone person households at 24.9% and group households making up 1.4%. The median household size is 2.4 people, larger than the Rest of Tas. average of 2.3.

Educational outcomes in Perth - Evandale fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (31.0%). A total of 24.2% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, comprising 9.9% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 2.6% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.2% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Perth has two active public transport stops in Evandale, both serving buses. These stops are covered by two routes combined, offering 433 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is limited with residents usually located 2462 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode at 95%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling, above the regional norm.

Only 7.6% of residents work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 61 trips daily across all routes, resulting in about 216 weekly trips per individual stop.

Perth - Evandale'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

Perth - Evandale's health metrics closely match national benchmarks based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts at a standard level.

Private health cover is slightly lower than average, with approximately 52% of the total population (~3,173 people) having it, compared to 49.1% in Rest of Tas.. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (10.7%) and mental health issues (8.7%). 63.5% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 62.0% across Rest of Tas.. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 24.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,503 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The latest Census data sees Perth - Evandale placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Perth-Evandale had a cultural diversity below average, with 90.5% of its population born in Australia, 94.2% being citizens, and 97.6% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion was Christianity, accounting for 48.6% of the population, compared to 43.0% across Rest of Tas. The top three ancestry groups were English (36.7%), Australian (34.1%), and Scottish (8.5%).

Notably, Dutch ethnicity was overrepresented at 2.0%, compared to 1.7% regionally, while Australian Aboriginal representation was lower at 2.0%, versus 4.1%.

Perth - Evandale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Perth-Evandale has a median age of 45 years, which matches the Rest of Tas average but exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 25-34 are particularly prominent at 13.2%, while the 45-54 group is smaller at 10.1% compared to the Rest of Tas. Between 2021 and 2026, the 75-84 age group grew from 7.1% to 8.7% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 12.8% to 10.1%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 15.3% to 14.2%. By 2041, Perth-Evandale is expected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 85+ group will grow by 93 people, reaching 281 from 145, with those aged 65 and above comprising 70% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 0-4 and 5-14.