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Beeliar - Wattleup has an estimated 13,578 residents, up 34.1% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Beeliar - Wattleup.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Beeliar - Wattleup Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 22 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,578 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 10,128 people, the population is estimated to have grown by 3,450 people (34.1%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 12,870 as of June 2025 and 927 validated new addresses since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area ranks in the top 10% nationally for population growth. The population includes a high proportion of children, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, an elevated 35 to 44yo presence, and a pronounced proportion of 0 to 4yo. Residents also have a strong representation of mortgage holders and above-average median household income.
The area is known for natural surroundings that include wetlands, parks and scenic beaches, with an atmosphere that combines access to nature and modern amenities.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Beeliar - Wattleup Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 22 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,578 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 10,128 people, the population is estimated to have grown by 3,450 people (34.1%), based on the ABS estimated resident population of 12,870 as of June 2025 and 927 validated new addresses since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area ranks in the top 10% nationally for population growth. The population includes a high proportion of children, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, an elevated 35 to 44yo presence, and a pronounced proportion of 0 to 4yo. Residents also have a strong representation of mortgage holders and above-average median household income.
The area is known for natural surroundings that include wetlands, parks and scenic beaches, with an atmosphere that combines access to nature and modern amenities.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,528 in 2001 and 12,870 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,578 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 19.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38%.
Beeliar - Wattleup ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for development activity and the 92nd for population growth.
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 Beeliar - Wattleup is $739 a week, up 7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 2% above Greater Perth.
2% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $739 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cockburn | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cockburn, over 12 months | +7.2% | 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 36 tracked applications: 0 approved, 30 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Beeliar - Wattleup (1 under construction) and 99 more in the surrounding area.
Premium private residential estate development by Perron Group featuring 600+ lots centred around a picturesque lake with diverse housing options, parklands, recreational facilities, and sustainable water management systems. 33% green space including nature reserves.
A 700 million dollar upgrade to an 11km section of the Kwinana Freeway to address congestion and improve safety for 100,000 daily vehicles. Key works include adding a third lane in each direction between Russell Road and Mortimer Road, a fifth southbound lane between Roe Highway and Berrigan Drive, and a fourth northbound lane from Russell Road to Beeliar…
Transit-oriented development (TOD) precinct surrounding Aubin Grove Station on the Mandurah Line. The METRONET-led initiative aims to activate government-owned land within walking distance of the station, delivering higher-density residential, commercial, and retail opportunities as part of the WA Government's broader station precincts program.
Staged capital works program at Emmanuel Catholic College, a co-educational Catholic secondary school in Success, WA serving around 1,200 students in Years 7-12.
Three-stage homemaker centre development featuring retail tenancies including Toyworld, Anytime Fitness, 7 Eleven, Tribe Early Learning, and various home improvement retailers. Stage 2 adds 5,500 sqm of additional retail space. Located in rapidly expanding southern corridor of Perth.
Major upgrade and expansion of Yangebup Primary School delivering new permanent classrooms, a redeveloped administration building, refurbished undercover assembly area and associated external works.
A new 6,000 square metre neighbourhood shopping centre under construction in Hammond Park, anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket with Direct to Boot and home delivery services. The centre will include 15 specialty retail and food and beverage tenancies and two standalone quick-service restaurant sites, supported by 370 on-site car bays.
A mixed-use town centre redevelopment of the Yangebup Shopping Centre. The project is designed to deliver a modern local main street hub featuring a full-line supermarket, specialty retail, medical and allied health services, a childcare centre, gym, and flexible community spaces.
A residential estate by Goddard Property Group in Success, WA, offering titled homesites ranging from 150m2 to 495m2, starting at $219,000. Located next to Success Primary School and near Beeliar Regional Park, the development includes 1.1Ha of rehabilitated wetlands conservation land, promoting sustainable community living.
A 2.07-hectare vacant land site at the corner of Beeliar Drive and Kemp Road in Success, zoned for Mixed Business use. The site offers high exposure with approximately 53,160 vehicles per day and is available for lease via expressions of interest through NAI Harcourts Metro.
A new neighbourhood shopping centre for the Glen Iris Estate in Jandakot, featuring a modern 7-day IGA supermarket, a family-friendly bistro tavern, a dedicated health and wellness hub, two specialty retail stores, a liquor store, and three food and beverage outlets. The development includes a central piazza with landscaped seating and over 100 parking bays.
A commercial and convenience development on the corner of Gaebler Road and Hammond Road in Hammond Park, featuring a 7-Eleven fuel station, Starbucks, McDonald's, KFC, a medical centre for up to ten practitioners, and a self-service car wash. The project was initially approved by the Metro Outer Development Assessment Panel in May 2024.
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Estimated completion year of the 61 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 15, 2027 14, 2028 14, 2029 8, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 11 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 36 substantial development applications lodged in and around Beeliar - Wattleup over the period covered (about 4.2 years), 24 in the last 12 months; 30 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 1, 2024 3, 2025 8, 2026 (to Oct) 23.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 14.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 90th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 158 | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 include: Providence Estate Aubin Grove (Under Assessment); Kwinana Freeway Upgrade (Roe Highway to Safety Bay Road) (Planning); Aubin Grove Station Precinct Development (Planning); Emmanuel Catholic College Expansion (Planning); and Yangebup Village (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Education & Training, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 19th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Beeliar - Wattleup higher than 97% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 area has seen 267 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Beeliar - Wattleup SA2's current population of 13,578 has been supported by 158 approvals on average over recent years.
The Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has seen 14.5 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 95 people in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 158, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has grown by approximately 2,789 people, while 789 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.5 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.
Beeliar - Wattleup lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,578 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +34.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 473 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 10,128 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 3,450 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 28.72 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,578 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,870 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The beeliar - wattleup sa2 has added approximately 3,450 people and shown a 34.06% increase from the 10,128 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is estimated at 473 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (50.6%), Natural increase (26.0%), Overseas migration (23.4%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 50.6% of overall population gains.
Beeliar - Wattleup hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 31.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.1% | 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 | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Beeliar - Wattleup is 3 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 19.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 5.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.7% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.0% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.1% of the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.5% of the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,141 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $83,302 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,178 | 2021 Census, weekly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,001 | 2021 Census, weekly | 78th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,400 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 13.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is approximately $74,009. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,141.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is approximately $89,166. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $83,302.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is approximately $74,009 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,141 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is approximately $89,166 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $83,302 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2's households (~38.0% / 1,338 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.0% 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 Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $2,178/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $2,400/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $1,001/wk.
The Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $69,141 and an average of $83,302 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 $74,009 (median) and $89,166 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $7,909 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The beeliar - wattleup sa2's disposable income is $7,909 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Beeliar - Wattleup well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 76.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,743 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,191 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,982 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has approximately 7,743 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 stands at 3.0%, which is 1.2 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 Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.2% of employment), construction (9.9%), and manufacturing (8.8%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 32.9% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is 76.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The beeliar - wattleup sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 8.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The beeliar - wattleup 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.
Beeliar - Wattleup ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 23.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
23.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
36.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The beeliar - wattleup sa2 ranks in the 58th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 are: Certificate (29.2%), Bachelor Degree (17.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.9%).
29.5% of the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.4% in primary school, 8.4% in secondary school, 4.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is 1035, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,265 students.
The beeliar - wattleup sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Beeliar - Wattleup 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 | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.1% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,519 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,718 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 had 3,519 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 34.1% to an estimated 4,718 households today.
The average household size in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.3%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,776 family households, couples with children account for 40.1% of all households, couples without children at home 26.2%, and single parent families 11.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.3% 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 Beeliar - Wattleup 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 48.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 18.3% of all households in the Beeliar - Wattleup 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 2.8% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Beeliar - Wattleup 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 | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 21.8% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 65.3% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
Beeliar - Wattleup was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 21.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 34.7% born overseas.
The main religion in Beeliar - Wattleup was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.3% of people in Beeliar - Wattleup. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Beeliar - Wattleup are English, comprising 24.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 2.6% of Beeliar - Wattleup (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Filipino at 4.8% (vs 1.4%) and New Zealand at 1.4% (vs 0.8%).
34.7% of the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
21.8% of the population in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.7% of the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
85.7% of the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Beeliar - Wattleup is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 56.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $385 | 2021 Census, weekly | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, 19.5% of homes are owned outright, 56.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.9% of dwellings in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 are houses.
In the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, 4.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 stands at 19.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is $1,529, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.2% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.7% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 consists of 91.9% detached houses, 4.1% semi-detached dwellings, 4.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Beeliar - Wattleup consumes approximately 16.2% of median household income ($9,431 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Beeliar - Wattleup show attached dwellings contributing 3% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 97% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Beeliar - Wattleup's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.7% of people in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2, 58.7% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 43 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 49 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 969 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 275 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 49 public transport stops within the Beeliar - Wattleup SA2.
The Beeliar - Wattleup SA2 has 969 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 138 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 345 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 589 m away and the nearest school 740 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 49 stops nearby, 969 weekly trips, access rating 43 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 16 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 16th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 589 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 740 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 806 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 836 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Beeliar - Wattleup higher than 97% of real estate markets across the country.
Beeliar - Wattleup has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Beeliar - Wattleup is $739 a week, +7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Beeliar - Wattleup lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Beeliar - Wattleup hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Beeliar - Wattleup well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Beeliar - Wattleup ranks slightly above average for education relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Beeliar - Wattleup 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.
Beeliar - Wattleup 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.
Beeliar - Wattleup is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Beeliar - Wattleup's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Beeliar - Wattleup has an estimated 13,578 residents, up 34.1% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Beeliar - Wattleup.
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 Beeliar - Wattleup.
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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 (507011259). 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 Beeliar - Wattleup 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 Beeliar - Wattleup 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.
