Area profile · Greater Perth
Alexander Heights - Koondoola has an estimated 12,462 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 93 projects tracked in the area around Alexander Heights - Koondoola.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Alexander Heights - Koondoola Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 13 kilometres north of the Perth CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 12,462, an increase of 775 people (6.6%) from the 11,687 recorded at the 2021 Census. The estimate is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 12,443 as of June 2025, plus 52 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
The area has a high share of residents born overseas and a strong representation of mortgage holders. Administrative employment forms a notable job base, mining employment is pronounced, household sizes are above average, and the 15 to 24 age group is elevated. Residents show a fairly standard age makeup, with a median age of 38, while education levels tend to be lower and cultural diversity is high. In terms of population growth, the area shows limited expansion patterns. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,329 in 2001 and 12,443 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 12,462 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.7%.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 72nd for transport & access.
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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola is $700 a week, up 12.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $700 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Wanneroo | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wanneroo, over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 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 - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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: 7 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 93 projects in and around Alexander Heights - Koondoola, 22 of them under construction.
A new land subdivision delivering 120 residential lots in Alexander Heights, with stages currently under construction and titles expected…
Redevelopment of Alexander Heights Shopping Centre is underway.
Alexander Heights Village is a significant masterplanned infill community located on a 10 hectare site in Perth.
The East Landsdale Neighbourhood Centre is a commercial development at 365 Landsdale Road and 385 Alexander Drive, Landsdale WA.
New boutique land estate by DevelopmentWA in the final release of land in Darch, offering 68 titled lots close to parks and schools.
An over 55s lifestyle estate featuring 77 contemporary homes on freehold titles and a proposed residential aged care facility component.
The roundabout at Mirrabooka Avenue and Kingsway is being upgraded to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety.
Statewide program delivering new and upgraded shared walking and cycling infrastructure across metropolitan Perth through the WA Bicycle…
The City of Stirling is implementing the Balga Plaza Local Centre Revitalisation to rejuvenate the civic and commercial core around…
City of Wanneroo-led redevelopment of the 1.37-hectare Girrawheen Hub Precinct into a modern single-storey multi-purpose community facility…
Upgrade to community sports infrastructure at Mirrabooka Regional Open Space, delivering new energy-efficient LED sports floodlighting…
Commercial development on Alexander Drive featuring a modern warehouse facility, commercial showrooms, and a drive-through food outlet to…
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Estimated completion year of the 51 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 16, 2027 12, 2028 8, 2029 3, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 7 substantial development applications lodged in and around Alexander Heights - Koondoola over the period covered (about 3.8 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 0, 2023 2, 2024 4, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
Key application 200 Mirrabooka Avenue, Alexander Heights Retail | $2.5m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 27 | ABS building approvals | 39th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 include: The Heights Estate (Construction); Alexander Heights Shopping Centre Redevelopment (Construction); Alexander Heights Village (Planning); East Wanneroo Cell 6 (Darch/Madeley) Agreed Structure Plan No. 8 (Approved); and Perth Active Transport Network (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Arts & Culture, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 20th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Alexander Heights - Koondoola compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 area has seen 64 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2's current population of 12,462 has been supported by 27 approvals on average over recent years.
The Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has seen 2.2 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 389 people in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 27, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has grown by approximately 234 people, while 137 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,462 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +6.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,860 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,687 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 775 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 was estimated to be approximately 12,462 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,443 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The alexander heights - koondoola sa2 has added approximately 775 people and shown a 6.63% increase from the 11,687 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is estimated at 1,860 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (75.4%), Natural increase (24.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 75.4% of overall population gains.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.7% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Alexander Heights - Koondoola is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 12.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.5% of the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,342 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,230 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,494 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $628 | 2021 Census, weekly | 15th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 15.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,683 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is approximately $57,097. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,342.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is approximately $65,541. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,230.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is approximately $57,097 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,342 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is approximately $65,541 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,230 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2's households (~34.7% / 1,372 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.7% 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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $1,494/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $1,683/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $628/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2's median income among taxpayers is $53,342, with an average of $61,230. This is lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $57,097 (median) and $65,541 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $5,436 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The alexander heights - koondoola sa2's disposable income is $5,436 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Alexander Heights - Koondoola are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 18% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 10.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,064 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,837 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,762 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has approximately 6,064 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 10.3%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 stands at 10.3%, which is 6.1 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.6% of employment), construction (12.1%), and retail trade (11.1%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. 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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is 66.3%, 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 alexander heights - koondoola sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 8.4% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The alexander heights - koondoola sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 50.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
14.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
50.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The alexander heights - koondoola sa2 ranks in the 14th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 are: Certificate (25.4%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (9.3%).
29.8% of the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.9% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 4.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is 945, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,281 students.
The alexander heights - koondoola sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,949 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,211 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 had 3,949 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 6.6% to an estimated 4,211 households today.
The average household size in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.7%), group households (2.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,049 family households, couples with children account for 35.8% of all households, couples without children at home 23.8%, and single parent families 15.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.2% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 have an average of 1.8 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 46.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.4% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 20.7% of all households in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, similar to 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 2.3% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola 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 | 44.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 41.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 58.1% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.7% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 55.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
Alexander Heights - Koondoola scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 41.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 44.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Alexander Heights - Koondoola was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.5% of people in Alexander Heights - Koondoola. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 7.9% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 2.7%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Alexander Heights - Koondoola are Other, comprising 22.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 20.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 17.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Vietnamese is notably overrepresented at 7.3% of Alexander Heights - Koondoola (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Serbian at 1.1% (vs 0.3%) and Macedonian at 1.9% (vs 0.4%).
44.2% of the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
41.9% of the population in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.2% of the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
83.7% of the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola 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 | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 34th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 46.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, 30.8% of homes are owned outright, 46.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.4% of dwellings in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 are houses.
In the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 stands at 30.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $1,600, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is $1,038, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.1% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 consists of 89.4% detached houses, 10.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Alexander Heights - Koondoola consumes approximately 16.1% of median household income ($6,469 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Alexander Heights - Koondoola show attached dwellings contributing 12% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 88% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Alexander Heights - Koondoola: private health cover 48.6%, no long-term health condition 72.0%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, 5.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.4% of the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2, 48.6% 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 | 72 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 80 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,316 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 156 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 80 public transport stops within the Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2.
The Alexander Heights - Koondoola SA2 has 3,316 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 473 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 194 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 552 m away and the nearest child care centre 580 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 80 stops nearby, 3,316 weekly trips, access rating 72 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 552 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 580 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 585 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 615 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 913 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 934 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 982 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Alexander Heights - Koondoola compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Alexander Heights - Koondoola is $700 a week, +12.0% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment drivers in Alexander Heights - Koondoola are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 18% of areas assessed across Australia.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Alexander Heights - Koondoola: private health cover 48.6%, no long-term health condition 72.0%.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Alexander Heights - Koondoola has an estimated 12,462 residents, up 6.6% since the 2021 Census, with 93 projects tracked in the area around Alexander Heights - Koondoola.
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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. 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 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may 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 (505031098). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
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), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola 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 Alexander Heights - Koondoola with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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