Aveley

Aveley 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 investigations by AreaSearch, Aveley has a population of approximately 19,348 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,668 individuals (23.4%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 15,680 residents. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 19,348 combined with 172 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 2,866 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of Australian regions analyzed by AreaSearch. The expansion of 23.4% since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark of 9.3% as well as state figures, positioning the area as a regional growth frontrunner. The upward trajectory was primarily fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 39.6% of the total population increases in recent times, though natural increase and interstate arrivals also contributed positively.

AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this specific coverage, and to calculate expansion in the years after 2032, AreaSearch applies cohort-specific growth rates from the latest Greater Capital Region projections released by the ABS in 2023 based on 2022 statistics. Looking at future demographic paths, a major population rise within the top quartile of national statistical areas is anticipated, with the locality projected to gain 5,065 residents by 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total growth of 26.2% across the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Aveley among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Aveley has recorded approximately 172 residential building approvals on an annual basis, with a total of 861 homes approved during the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 5 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. With an average of 4.3 new residents added per year for each home constructed over the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is outstripping supply. This imbalance typically exerts upward pressure on prices and heightens buyer competition, even as new dwellings are built at a mean cost of $125,000, which is below regional averages and points to more budget-friendly options for buyers. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $3.2 million have been registered during this financial year, suggesting a modest emphasis on commercial construction.

Relative to Greater Perth, Aveley records 17.0% less new construction per resident, ranking in the 33rd percentile of locations evaluated across the nation, which implies fewer choices for buyers while bolstering demand for existing housing stock. The composition of new construction is 91.0% single-family detached houses and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the suburban character of the area with a focus on family properties that appeal to buyers looking for larger spaces. The region has approximately 543 residents per residential approval, pointing to an established community structure.

Long-term forecasts indicate Aveley will add 5,065 residents by 2041, derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection. Under current construction trends, the volume of new residential supply is expected to comfortably satisfy this demand, presenting favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population gains to outpace current projections.

Aveley has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and planning changes have a significant impact on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 9 projects expected to affect this location. Notable developments include Stockland Vale Aveley, Swan Active Ellenbrook Recreation & Aquatic Centre, Vale Estate (Aveley), and the Village 6 Malvern Springs Development Plan, with key details provided for the most significant undertakings.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Aveley performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Aveley features a qualified labor force with significant representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of only 2.3%, and a 3.7% increase in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 12,139 employed local residents, while the unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Greater Perth mark of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is exceptionally high at 83.4%, compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth. According to Census records, a modest 6.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although the influence of Covid-19 health restrictions should be kept in mind.

Jobs held by local residents are heavily clustered in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a particularly strong concentration in retail trade, where employment proportions are 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, the professional & technical sector has a minor footprint, accounting for 4.5% of employment compared to 8.2% across the wider region. This heavily residential district appears to offer sparse local employment opportunities, as shown by the disparity between the Census count of working individuals living in the area versus those employed within it.

According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 3.7% and the labor force expanded by 4.0%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. This differed from Greater Perth, which saw employment grow by 2.0%, the labor force expand by 2.5%, and the unemployment rate rise by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Aveley. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local industry mix to model growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary greatly across individual industries. Applying these sector-specific trends to the local employment mix yields a projected local job increase of 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that does not incorporate localized population growth projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Income levels in the Aveley SA2 are exceptionally high by national standards, based on the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median taxpayer income in the Aveley SA2 is $70,021, and the average taxpayer income is $84,738, compared to Greater Perth values of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current projections indicate a median of approximately $77,674 and an average of $94,000 as of March 2026. Census statistics show personal, family, and household incomes in Aveley all rank high nationally, falling between the 74th and 81st percentiles. Looking at earnings distribution, the largest band consists of 44.5% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (8,609 residents), which aligns with the broader regional pattern of 32.0% in this range. High housing costs account for 17.9% of income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income in the 72nd percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 5th decile.

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

Residential architecture in Aveley at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.9% separate houses and 7.1% alternative options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings, whereas the Perth metropolitan area recorded 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% alternative options. Home ownership rates in Aveley lagged the Perth metropolitan benchmark at 11.9%, with the remaining properties occupied under a mortgage (68.2%) or rented (19.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Perth metro median at $1,950, and the median weekly rent was $380, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Aveley's mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national median of $375.

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

Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 81.1%, consisting of 43.8% couples with offspring, 22.6% couples without offspring, and 13.7% single parents with children. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 18.9%, with single-person households representing 16.4% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size of 2.9 people is larger than the Greater Perth median of 2.6.

Aveley performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Academic credentials in Aveley are below regional averages, with 20.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and skill development. Bachelor degrees represent the largest category at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.6% and certificates at 30.0%.

Enrollment rates are high, with 32.9% of the population actively participating in academic programs. This group includes 13.1% attending primary school, 9.1% in secondary education, and 3.6% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Analysis of public transit options indicates there are 80 active transit stops in Aveley, consisting of bus services. These locations are serviced by 9 different routes, which provide a total of 1,989 passenger trips every week. Transit access is rated as excellent, with dwellings situated an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary choice for 88% of journeys. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A small proportion of residents (6.1%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

Transit service frequency averages 284 trips daily across all routes, which translates to approximately 24 weekly trips for each individual stop.

Aveley's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health indicators show excellent outcomes across Aveley, according to AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends. Younger age brackets show extremely low rates of common health conditions, and private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, covering about 62% of the population (11,918 people). This compares to a rate of 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, each affecting 7.7% of residents. Meanwhile, 76.8% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The working-age population is particularly healthy with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.2% of the population (1,592 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth share of 16.1%, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Aveley 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

Aveley exhibits greater cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 23.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 36.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.6% of the population. The most prominent overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 3.1% of local residents compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplaces, the three largest groups in Aveley are English at 26.4%, Australian at 22.3%, and Other at 13.6%. There are also distinct differences in the representation of other nationalities: South Australian migrants make up 1.4% of Aveley compared to 1.0% regionally, Maori residents account for 1.8% compared to 0.9%, and New Zealanders comprise 1.1% compared to 0.8%.

Aveley hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Aveley is 31 years, which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Aveley has a larger proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (18.6%) and a smaller share aged 65 - 74 (4.9%). Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 12.2% to 13.8% of the population, whereas the 0 to 4 group decreased from 9.5% to 7.5% and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 17.0% to 15.5%. Demographic projections indicate the age profile of Aveley will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 952 people (42%) from 2,273 to 3,226, while the 5 to 14 cohort grows by 4% (125 people).