Alkimos - Eglinton

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

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Alkimos - Eglinton stands at approximately 23,841 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 9,937 individuals (71.5%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 13,904 residents. This shifting demographic is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 22,493 from June 2025 alongside 4,452 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The resulting population density is 730 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical figures across locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The area's 71.5% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a primary growth corridor. This upward trend was driven mostly by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 69.4% of the overall population rise, though overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For SA2 sectors lacking this data, and to project trends beyond 2032, growth rates by age bracket from the ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) are applied. Future projections point to rapid expansion that ranks within the highest 10 percent of statistical zones nationwide, with the population expected to climb by 15,956 residents to 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a 61.3% total rise over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Alkimos - Eglinton was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Alkimos - Eglinton averages approximately 944 dwelling approvals annually, with 4,721 residential properties approved during the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 1,459 during FY-26 so far. The local market maintains a healthy equilibrium between supply and demand, indicated by an average of 1.9 individuals moving to the district for every home completed during the prior 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), with new builds carrying an average construction value of $270,000. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $31.6 million during this financial year, indicating robust commercial development.

Adjusted per capita, Alkimos - Eglinton generates 425.0% more development approvals than Greater Perth, expanding choices for prospective purchasers. This volume exceeds national averages, reflecting high builder confidence in the locality. The new construction consists of 99.0% detached houses and 1.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the low-density landscape and catering to buyers seeking space. An average of approximately 18 people for each approved dwelling underlines the growth-focused characteristics of Alkimos - Eglinton.

Looking forward, the population of Alkimos - Eglinton is projected to rise by 14,608 residents by 2041 (compared against the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). If current construction volumes persist, residential supply is positioned to satisfy demand, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.

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

Local infrastructure updates, primary construction projects, and zoning plans are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified 35 projects expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, the Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre, the Alkimos Beach Town Centre, and the Trinity Estate Alkimos, with the primary projects outlined in the following section.

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The labour market in Alkimos - Eglinton demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Alkimos - Eglinton possesses a qualified labour pool with strong representation in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of 4.6%, and estimated annual job growth of 2.2%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,863, with the unemployment rate standing 0.4% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%, while the participation rate is standard at 73.5% (compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth). Census records indicate that a modest 7.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside pandemic lockdown conditions.

The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in construction, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented at 4.6% compared to the regional figure of 8.2%. The high ratio of residents relative to local jobs indicates that this primarily residential locality offers limited employment opportunities within its own boundaries.

According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the prior 12-month period saw employment rise by 2.2% alongside a 3.8% increase in the labour force, resulting in a 1.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded a 2.0% rise in employment, a 2.5% rise in the labour force, and a minor 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide a broader context for future demand within Alkimos - Eglinton. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local workforce composition to estimate growth. Although national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by industry. Applying these national sector forecasts to the local employment mix yields an estimated local employment expansion of 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (this represents a simple weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not integrate local population projections).

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

According to postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the Alkimos - Eglinton SA2 is $64,487, with an average income of $74,967. This stands above national benchmarks, while contrasting with a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Incorporating a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, adjusted calculations suggest figures of approximately $71,535 (median) and $83,161 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and personal incomes in Alkimos - Eglinton around the 72nd percentile nationally. The largest income bracket contains 43.1% of residents (10,275 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is comparable to the regional proportion of 32.0%. Housing expenses absorb 19.1% of earnings, yet solid wages keep disposable income at the 62nd percentile, and the area's SEIFA ranking for income sits in the 6th decile.

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

At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Alkimos - Eglinton was dominated by detached houses at 98.0%, with other configurations (townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings) making up 2.0%, compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership was lower than the metropolitan average at 7.6%, with the remaining properties held under mortgages (65.5%) or rented (26.9%). The median monthly mortgage cost in the area was higher than the Perth metro average at $1,950, whereas the median weekly rent was identical at $350, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,907 and $350. On a national level, mortgage costs in Alkimos - Eglinton exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the national median of $375.

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

Families make up 80.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children (43.0%), couples without children (22.3%), and single-parent homes (14.3%). Non-family households account for the remaining 19.2%, containing lone-person households at 17.8% and group living situations at 1.6%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

Residents of Alkimos - Eglinton hold university qualifications at rates below the regional average, with 20.6% of those aged 15+ possessing a degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for training and tertiary education expansion. Bachelor degrees represent the main qualification at 15.2%, followed by postgraduate studies (3.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.5%) and certificates (31.3%).

Enrolment rates in education are high, with 33.2% of the local population engaged in formal study. This comprises 13.8% in primary schools, 7.5% in secondary schools, and 4.4% enrolled in higher education.

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

Public transport infrastructure includes 89 active stops within Alkimos - Eglinton, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 10 separate routes, which run a total of 2,915 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 234 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute to outer areas, with private vehicles representing the main transit mode at 80%, followed by trains at 12%. Households average 1.4 vehicles. A low 7.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency across all local routes averages 416 daily trips, which translates to roughly 32 weekly trips for each individual stop.

Health performance in Alkimos - Eglinton is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, Alkimos - Eglinton records notable health demands, with common conditions occurring across both young and mature demographics, while the level of private health insurance is high at roughly 57% of the population (~13,494 people) compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth.

Mental health conditions and asthma are the most frequent medical diagnoses, affecting 8.5% and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 76.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. The working-age population exhibits strong health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. The area has 7.0% of its population aged 65 and over (1,673 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%. Senior citizens experience favorable health outcomes, ranking higher nationally than the local population as a whole.

Alkimos - Eglinton was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Alkimos - Eglinton exhibits greater cultural diversity than most compared markets, with 15.6% of residents using a language other than English at home and 46.6% born outside Australia. Christianity is the predominant religion, representing 41.3% of the community. However, the most pronounced difference in religious affiliation is in the Other category, which represents 1.0% of the population locally compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestral background, the three most common heritages in Alkimos - Eglinton are English at 35.1% of the population (exceeding the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 18.7%, and Other at 10.1%. Certain minor ethnicities display higher local concentrations than the wider region, with South Australian backgrounds at 2.6% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), Welsh at 1.4% (compared to 0.7%), and Maori at 2.0% (compared to 0.9%).

Alkimos - Eglinton hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age of 30 years in Alkimos - Eglinton is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, the area contains a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (16.3%) but a lower share of people aged 65 - 74 (4.7%). Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 35 to 44 demographic has increased from 16.6% to 17.9% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group has grown from 6.6% to 7.9%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 demographic fell from 20.9% to 18.5%, and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 10.6% to 8.5%. Projections suggest that the age structure will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expanding by 2,423 people (89%), growing from 2,727 to 5,151.