Area profile · Greater Perth
Bateman has an estimated 4,191 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 65 projects tracked in the area around Bateman.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Bateman Statistical Area (Lv2) is an established suburban community situated a convenient 11.5 kilometres south from Perth CBD in Western Australia. Characterized by scenic landscapes, abundant parks, green spaces, and ready access to beaches and the river, the area offers a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle supported by local shopping centres, schools, and healthcare amenities. As of August 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) for Bateman is estimated at 4,191, representing an increase of 359 people (9.4%) from the 3,832 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is grounded in the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,183 alongside 8 Validated New Addresses confirmed since the census benchmark.
Demographically, the Bateman Statistical Area (Lv2) exhibits a balanced age profile with a median age of 41, featuring a notable proportion 15 to 24yo alongside a strong base of married families and couples with children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Bateman Statistical Area (Lv2) is an established suburban community situated a convenient 11.5 kilometres south from Perth CBD in Western Australia. Characterized by scenic landscapes, abundant parks, green spaces, and ready access to beaches and the river, the area offers a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle supported by local shopping centres, schools, and healthcare amenities. As of August 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) for Bateman is estimated at 4,191, representing an increase of 359 people (9.4%) from the 3,832 people recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is grounded in the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,183 alongside 8 Validated New Addresses confirmed since the census benchmark.
Demographically, the Bateman Statistical Area (Lv2) exhibits a balanced age profile with a median age of 41, featuring a notable proportion 15 to 24yo alongside a strong base of married families and couples with children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,809 in 2001 and 4,183 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,191 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28%.
Bateman ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for education and the 90th 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 Bateman is $753 a week, up 9.9% 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 | $753 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Melville | $818 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Melville, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 - South West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 22 tracked applications: 16 approved, 1 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 65 projects in and around Bateman, 14 of them under construction.
A major infrastructure planning initiative to upgrade Perth's busiest suburban train station outside the CBD to accommodate rapid growth within the Murdoch Specialised Activity Centre.
A 9.6-hectare health, education, research, housing and mixed-use precinct beside Fiona Stanley Hospital, St John of God Murdoch Hospital, Murdoch University and Murdoch Station, delivered by DevelopmentWA in two stages. Murdoch Square opened in 2024 with healthcare, aged care, a medi-hotel, offices, retail and public space.
Western Australia's first specialist orthopaedic hospital, located within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct on the St John of God Murdoch Hospital campus. The four-storey, purpose-built facility features four state-of-the-art operating theatres, 38 inpatient beds, and premium day-surgery suites.
A $1.8 billion WA Government project delivering a new 274-bed Women and Babies Hospital at 11 Robin Warren Drive, Murdoch, within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct. It will replace King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide maternity, gynaecology and neonatal services.
Proposed refurbishment and staged upgrade of Bull Creek Central shopping centre following its acquisition by Silverleaf Investments in 2022. Publicly discussed concepts include refreshed retail tenancy mix, food and dining improvements, accessibility upgrades, modernised amenities and public realm enhancements.
Rise@Murdoch is a 213-apartment build-to-rent development on Lot 121 within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct, delivering 65 social housing homes and 148 affordable rental homes plus ground-floor retail and office space.
Upgrade and expansion of Mount Pleasant Primary School in Mount Pleasant, Western Australia, including new teaching blocks, an upgraded administration building and a covered assembly area to modernise facilities and support enrolments from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is located at 29 Queens Road, Mount Pleasant, within the City of Melville.
Replacement of the outdoor spray park including softfall and shade sails. Refurbishment of the Health Lounge, spa, and sauna facilities including retiling, repainting, and fixture upgrades at LeisureFit Booragoon.
The Malabar Park BMX & Community Facility underwent an $8.9 million redevelopment, delivering a UCI-accredited national-standard BMX racing track, public pump track, playground, floodlighting, and new clubrooms. Home to the Cockburn BMX Club, the upgraded facility officially reopened to the public in mid-2025.
A $792 million expansion of Westfield Booragoon (formerly Garden City) in Perth's southern suburbs, co-owned by Scentre Group and Dexus. The project will grow the centre from 72,000sqm to approximately 114,620sqm, adding a new entertainment and leisure precinct with expanded cinema complex, fresh food precinct, dining and bar tenancies, 53 new specialty…
Modular transportable homes designed for social and affordable housing with minimal environmental impact, complemented by skills training programs for unemployed and vulnerable individuals. The project is coordinated from the headquarters in Booragoon, WA.
The City of Canning is transforming the Willetton Sports Precinct, formerly known as Burrendah Park, into a multi-generational sport and community hub.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 2, 2026 7, 2027 9, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 2, 2031 2, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 22 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bateman over the past 5 years, 7 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 4, 2023 0, 2024 2, 2025 10, 2026 (to Oct) 6.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 9 | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Bateman SA2 include: Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); New Women and Babies Hospital (Fiona Stanley Hospital Precinct) (Construction); Bull Creek Station Precinct Structure Plan (City of Melville) (Planning); Bull Creek Central Redevelopment (Completed); and Westfield Booragoon Redevelopment (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Bateman SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Health & Medical, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Bateman SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 31st percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Bateman compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Bateman SA2 area has seen 17 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Bateman SA2's current population of 4,191 has been supported by 9 approvals on average over recent years.
The Bateman 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 682 people in the Bateman SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Bateman SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 9, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Bateman SA2 has grown by approximately 257 people, while 44 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.8 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.
Bateman is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,191 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,143 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,832 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 359 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.96 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Bateman SA2 was estimated to be approximately 4,191 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,183 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The bateman sa2 has added approximately 359 people and shown a 9.37% increase from the 3,832 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Bateman SA2 is estimated at 2,138 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Bateman SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Bateman SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Bateman's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.9% | 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 | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Bateman SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Bateman is 3 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Bateman SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 14.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Bateman SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 12.7% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Bateman SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.5% of the population in the Bateman SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.8% of the population in the Bateman SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,960 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $85,315 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,284 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $852 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 38.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,630 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bateman SA2 is approximately $60,970. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,960.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bateman SA2 is approximately $91,321. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $85,315.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bateman SA2 is approximately $60,970 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,960 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bateman SA2 is approximately $91,321 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,315 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Bateman SA2's households (~28.0% / 357 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Bateman SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.0% 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 Bateman SA2 is $2,284/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Bateman SA2 is $2,630/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Bateman SA2 is $852/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Bateman SA2 is among the highest in Australia, with the median assessed at $56,960 while the average income stands at $85,315. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $64,047 and an average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,970 (median) and $91,321 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Bateman SA2 is $8,730 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The bateman sa2's disposable income is $8,730 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Bateman demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,219 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,388 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,273 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Bateman SA2 has approximately 2,219 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Bateman SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.9 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 Bateman SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.5% of employment), education & training (12.8%), and professional & technical (11.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Bateman SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Bateman SA2 is 66.0%, 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 bateman sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.8% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The bateman sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Bateman places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 45.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 14.6% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
45.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Bateman SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
28.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Bateman SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The bateman sa2 ranks in the 92th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Bateman SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.4%), Certificate (14.6%), Postgraduate (11.5%).
31.4% of the population in the Bateman SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 9.1% in secondary school, 7.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Bateman SA2 is 1125, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Bateman SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,139 students.
The bateman sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Bateman features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 43.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,276 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,396 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Bateman SA2 had 1,276 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.4% to an estimated 1,396 households today.
The average household size in the Bateman SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.7%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 1,032 family households, couples with children account for 43.3% of all households, couples without children at home 27.4%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Bateman SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.7% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Bateman SA2 have an average of 1.7 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 57.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.1% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 16.7% of all households in the Bateman SA2, notably lower 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 2.2% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Bateman 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 | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 68.9% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 55.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
Bateman scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 31.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 44.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Bateman was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.1% of people in Bateman. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.7% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bateman are English, comprising 22.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 19.6% of the population, and Chinese, comprising 16.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Bateman (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Sri Lankan at 0.8% (vs 0.2%) and Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.2%).
44.2% of the Bateman SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
31.1% of the population in the Bateman SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.4% of the Bateman SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.9% of the Bateman SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bateman 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 | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 43.2% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.6% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Bateman SA2, 43.2% of homes are owned outright, 35.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.4% of dwellings in the Bateman SA2 are houses.
In the Bateman SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Bateman SA2 stands at 43.2%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Bateman SA2 is $2,200, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Bateman SA2 is $1,167, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Bateman SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 22.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Bateman SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Bateman SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 22.2% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Bateman SA2 consists of 86.4% detached houses, 13.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bateman consumes approximately 11.8% of median household income ($9,890 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bateman show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 14% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 86% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Bateman's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 78th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.5% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Around 59.7% of people in the Bateman SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Bateman SA2, 5.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.3% of people in the Bateman SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the Bateman SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the Bateman SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Bateman SA2, 59.7% 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 | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 90th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 50 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,396 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 65th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 84 | 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 | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 50 public transport stops within the Bateman SA2.
The Bateman SA2 has 3,396 weekly trips across 13 routes, averaging 485 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 219 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 467 m away and the nearest GP 514 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 50 stops nearby, 3,396 weekly trips, access rating 90 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 57 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 57th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 467 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 514 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 529 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 588 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 595 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 981 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Bateman compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Bateman has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 31st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bateman is $753 a week, +9.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Bateman is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Bateman's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Bateman demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets.
Educational achievement in Bateman places it within the top 8% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Bateman features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Bateman is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bateman is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Bateman's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
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.
Bateman has an estimated 4,191 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 65 projects tracked in the area around Bateman.
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 Bateman.
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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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
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 (507041176). 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 Bateman 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 Bateman with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
