Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield
Statistical Area - sa2

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

As of August 2025, Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield's population is approximately 17,369. This figure represents a rise of 1,437 individuals, an increase of 9.0%, since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 15,932. The estimated resident population from ABS in June 2024 was 17,221, with an additional 73 validated new addresses contributing to this growth. This results in a population density of 1,679 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 9.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeds the national average of 8.6%, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch is employing ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and using growth rates by age cohort from the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) to estimate post-2032 growth for areas not covered by this data. Based on these projections, the area is expected to increase by approximately 1,887 persons to reach a population of around 19,256 by 2041, recording a gain of about 9.6% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield has seen approximately 65 new homes approved annually. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, totalling 325 approvals over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with 10 approvals so far in FY-26. On average, around 3.2 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed annually over these five years. This indicates demand outpacing supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.

The average construction cost of new homes is $502,000. Commercial development approvals this financial year amount to $18.1 million, showing steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield has similar development levels per capita, maintaining market balance with the broader area.

New building activity comprises 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. The location has approximately 371 people per dwelling approval, reflecting an established area. Future projections show Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield adding 1,663 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include WA Government Social Housing Program - Bassendean, Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Project, Perth High Capacity Signalling Project, and Bassendean Town Centre Masterplan Implementation. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.8% as of June 2025 and employment grew by 4.0% over the preceding year.

In this period, 10,133 residents were employed, matching Greater Perth's unemployment rate of 3.9%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, public administration & safety is strongly represented with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Conversely, accommodation & food services are under-represented at 5.7%, compared to Greater Perth's 6.8%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 4.0% and labour force grew by 4.1%, maintaining a stable unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 3.7%. Statewide in WA as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.82% with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, compared to the national rate of 4.5% and national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections suggest Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield's growth will be approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows median income in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield was $57,470 and average income was $69,784. This is higher than Greater Perth's median income of $58,380 and average income of $78,020. As of March 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $64,142 and average income would be around $77,886 based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.61%. The 2021 Census reveals that incomes in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield cluster around the 56th percentile nationally. In this area, 31.6% of locals earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, reflecting regional patterns. Housing costs consume 15.2% of income. Despite high housing costs, disposable income ranks at the 51st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield, as per the latest Census evaluation, 78.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 21.3% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Perth metro's figures of 72.7% houses and 27.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield stood at 30.7%, mirroring Perth metro's figure, with mortgaged properties at 41.3% and rented dwellings at 28.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,801, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,855. The median weekly rent was recorded as $330, compared to Perth metro's $340. Nationally, Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield's median monthly mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375 per week.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 66.4% of all households, including 28.1% couples with children, 25.5% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for 33.6%, with lone person households at 30.0% and group households comprising 3.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.3.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 29.9% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA4 region average of 24.3%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent (20.0%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 23.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.2% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education. There are nine schools operating within Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield, educating approximately 2,251 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1025) with balanced educational opportunities. Education provision is balanced with six primary and three secondary schools serving distinct age groups. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

The analysis of public transport in the area covering Bassendean, Eden Hill, and Ashfield indicates that there are 110 active transport stops currently operating. These include a mix of train stations and bus stops, served by 43 individual routes. Collectively, these routes facilitate 5,662 weekly passenger trips.

The transport accessibility in the area is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 205 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, service frequency across all routes amounts to 808 trips per day, equating to around 51 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is high, at approximately 54% of the total population (around 9,448 people). Mental health issues impact 9.6% of residents, while arthritis affects 7.7%. About 66.9% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. The area has 19.3% of residents aged 65 and over (around 3,355 people), which is higher than the 18.1% in Greater Perth.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield 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

Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield had a higher cultural diversity compared to most local areas, with 14.7% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 28.7% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield, accounting for 44.1% of its population. Notably, Buddhism was more prevalent here, comprising 2.1%, compared to the Greater Perth average of 3.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.8%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (8.4%). Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: Croatian at 1.2% in Bassendean-Eden Hill-Ashfield vs 0.9% regionally, French at 0.7% vs 0.6%, and Serbian at 0.5% vs 0.7%.

Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield is 40 years, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 years and marginally higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented at 10.3% locally compared to the Greater Perth average, while the 15-24 year-olds are under-represented at 10.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 5.3% to 6.5%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 15.0% to 16.0%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 13.6% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Bassendean - Eden Hill - Ashfield's age profile. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 774 people (69%), increasing from 1,127 to 1,902. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 73% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 0-4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.