Area profile · Greater Perth
Balcatta - Hamersley has an estimated 18,227 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Balcatta - Hamersley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Balcatta - Hamersley Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 10.0 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD. Its population is around 18,227 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 2,202 people (13.7%) since the 2021 Census count of 16,025 people. This change is inferred from the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 18,025 as of June 2025 and 281 validated new addresses since the Census date.
The area has a strong semi-detached presence, a high share of residents born overseas, a notable 35 to 44yo presence, a low average household size, an elevated proportion aged 85 and over and a pronounced mining employment base. Residents include a high proportion of elderly people, while population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. Its picturesque parks and reserves, sporting clubs and recreational facilities, schools, family-oriented setting, varied housing styles and local businesses contribute to its community and lifestyle character.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 14,832 in 2001 and 18,025 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 18,227 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33%.
Balcatta - Hamersley ranks in the 85th percentile nationally for development activity and the 83rd 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 Balcatta - Hamersley is $749 a week, up 6.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% above Greater Perth.
4% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $749 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Stirling | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Stirling, over 12 months | +8.3% | 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 269 tracked applications: 205 approved, 2 under assessment, 62 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Balcatta - Hamersley (2 under construction) and 86 more in the surrounding area.
Major redevelopment of the City of Stirling's Recycling Centre Balcatta into a modern resource recovery facility incorporating an upgraded…
Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) will replace Local Planning Scheme No. 3 across the City of Stirling.
Pre-lease industrial development by Charter Hall delivering two high-clearance warehouses with corporate office space across a prime infill…
Upgrade of the existing lighting at Warwick Open Space Pitch 1 to energy-efficient LED lighting.
A $450 million major infrastructure project jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments to replace the last…
A proposed 7km mid-tier public transit system linking Glendalough Train Station to the Scarborough Beach precinct, intended as a catalyst…
Planning and environmental referral proposal across a 13.55-hectare site to enable future residential housing, civil infrastructure, and…
A completed neighbourhood shopping centre of about 5,736 m2 GLA anchored by Woolworths and BWS with a mix of specialty retailers and…
A package of state and federal government transport infrastructure works supporting the transformation of Stirling City Centre into Perth's…
Phase 2 of the Stephenson Avenue Extension creates a new east-west connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road via a new…
Comprehensive upgrade and refurbishment of Stirling Central Shopping Centre in Westminster, featuring a modernised Woolworths supermarket…
Residential land estate in the heart of Balcatta between Grindleford Drive and Karrinyup Road comprising approximately 140 new residential…
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Estimated completion year of the 53 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 20, 2027 13, 2028 8, 2029 2, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 269 substantial development applications lodged in and around Balcatta - Hamersley over the past 5 years, 51 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 12, 2022 55, 2023 43, 2024 57, 2025 63, 2026 (to Oct) 39.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 269 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 51 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 76 | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 205 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 include: Recycling Centre Balcatta Redevelopment (Construction); City of Stirling Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) (Under Assessment); Reid Highway and Erindale Road Grade Separation (Planning); Balcatta Industrial Park (Dev. Approval); and Trackless Tram System - Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor (Proposed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 24th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Balcatta - Hamersley among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 area has seen 183 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Balcatta - Hamersley SA2's current population of 18,227 has been supported by 76 approvals on average over recent years.
The Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 has seen 4.5 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 195 people in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 76, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 has grown by approximately 1,528 people, while 382 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Balcatta - Hamersley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,227 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,759 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 16,025 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,202 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 10.36 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 was estimated to be approximately 18,227 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 18,025 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The balcatta - hamersley sa2 has added approximately 2,202 people and shown a 13.74% increase from the 16,025 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is estimated at 1,759 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (78.5%), Natural increase (21.5%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 78.5% of overall population gains.
Balcatta - Hamersley's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| 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 | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.1% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.4% | 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 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Balcatta - Hamersley 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 Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 7.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.6% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.7% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.2% of the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.6% of the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,690 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $81,565 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,625 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $830 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,101 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is approximately $69,244. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $64,690.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is approximately $87,307. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $81,565.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is approximately $69,244 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,690 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is approximately $87,307 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $81,565 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2's households (~33.0% / 2,169 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.0% 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 Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $1,625/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $2,101/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $830/wk.
The Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $64,690 and an average of $81,565 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very high nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,244 (median) and $87,307 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $5,931 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The balcatta - hamersley sa2's disposable income is $5,931 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Balcatta - Hamersley well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,083 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 20,290 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 10,431 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 has approximately 10,083 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 stands at 3.3%, which is 0.9 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), construction (12.5%), and retail trade (10.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Balcatta - Hamersley 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 Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is 68.6%, 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 balcatta - hamersley sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.5% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The balcatta - hamersley sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Balcatta - Hamersley ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.5% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
28.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
36.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The balcatta - hamersley sa2 ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 are: Certificate (23.1%), Bachelor Degree (20.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
26.4% of the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.9% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is 1056, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 8 schools within the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,799 students.
The balcatta - hamersley sa2 includes 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Balcatta - Hamersley features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,580 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,484 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 had 6,580 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.7% to an estimated 7,484 households today.
The average household size in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.1%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,330 family households, couples with children account for 27.5% of all households, couples without children at home 26.2%, and single parent families 10.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.1% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.8% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 31.1% of all households in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, higher than 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 3.0% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Balcatta - Hamersley 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 36.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 63.9% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
Balcatta - Hamersley scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 29.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 36.1% born overseas.
The main religion in Balcatta - Hamersley was found to be Christianity, which makes up 54.3% of people in Balcatta - Hamersley. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 3.3% of the population, compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Balcatta - Hamersley are English, comprising 22.2% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 19.3% of the population, and Italian, comprising 12.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 3.4% of Balcatta - Hamersley (vs 0.4% across Greater Perth), Croatian at 1.8% (vs 0.8%) and Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.3%).
36.1% of the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
29.0% of the population in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.9% of the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.7% of the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Balcatta - Hamersley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 35.3% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 64.4% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,863 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 35.2% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, 35.3% of homes are owned outright, 37.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 64.4% of dwellings in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 are houses.
In the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 35.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 stands at 35.3%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $1,863, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is $1,110, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 consists of 64.4% detached houses, 35.2% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Balcatta - Hamersley consumes approximately 15.8% of median household income ($7,036 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Balcatta - Hamersley show attached dwellings contributing 30% of approvals compared to 36% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 70% of applications versus 64% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Balcatta - Hamersley's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 71st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Around 57.8% of people in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, 5.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.1% of people in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2, 57.8% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 83 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 124 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,165 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 26 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 124 public transport stops within the Balcatta - Hamersley SA2.
The Balcatta - Hamersley SA2 has 5,165 weekly trips across 26 routes, averaging 737 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 178 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 403 m away and the nearest school 527 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 124 stops nearby, 5,165 weekly trips, access rating 83 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 403 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 527 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 655 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 691 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 798 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 833 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 985 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Balcatta - Hamersley among the top 15% of areas assessed nationwide.
Balcatta - Hamersley has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Balcatta - Hamersley is $749 a week, +6.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Balcatta - Hamersley reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Balcatta - Hamersley's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Balcatta - Hamersley well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
The educational profile of Balcatta - Hamersley ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Balcatta - Hamersley features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Balcatta - Hamersley 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.
Balcatta - Hamersley displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Balcatta - Hamersley's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Balcatta - Hamersley has an estimated 18,227 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Balcatta - Hamersley.
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 Balcatta - Hamersley.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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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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 (505021084). 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 (Sep 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 Balcatta - Hamersley 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 Balcatta - Hamersley 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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