Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe

Population growth drivers in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe stands at approximately 16,807 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,725 residents (11.4%) relative to the 15,082 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population of 16,787 from June 2025 alongside 105 newly validated addresses registered since the Census. With these figures, the population density reaches 1,549 persons per square kilometer, a level that surpasses the typical density of other national locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The area's 11.4% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the nationwide benchmark of 9.3%, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population growth. This upward trajectory was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which served as the primary source of population expansion in recent times.

AreaSearch implements the 2024 projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 districts, using 2022 as the baseline year. In instances where SA2 regions lack this specific dataset, and to project demographic trends beyond 2032, AreaSearch utilizes cohort-specific growth rates from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023, based on 2022 statistics. Looking ahead, the district is projected to experience population expansion exceeding the national median, with an anticipated rise of 2,358 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 13.9% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe averages approximately 95 residential building approvals per year, totaling 476 residential approvals over the preceding 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 49 registered during FY-26 so far. With an average influx of 2.5 new residents annually per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, highlighting the strong demand that supports property markets, construction costs for new dwellings average $381,000, which is slightly higher than the regional benchmark and points to a focus on premium projects. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $39.1 million have been documented during the current financial year, demonstrating solid momentum in commercial construction.

In comparison to Greater Perth, Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe exhibits a comparable per capita rate of construction, maintaining a balanced market in line with nearby districts. New residential projects consist of 31.0% freestanding houses and 69.0% medium to high-density options like townhouses and apartments. This emphasis on density provides more economical entry points for buyers, catering well to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This pattern marks a clear departure from the existing housing stock, which currently stands at 76.0% traditional houses, pointing to a dwindling supply of vacant land alongside shifting lifestyle preferences and an increasing demand for varied, affordable housing. With approximately 296 people per residential approval, Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is undergoing market evolution.

Projections indicate that Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe will gain an additional 2,338 inhabitants by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. Given the current pace of construction, the supply of new housing should easily accommodate this demand, establishing favorable purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion that outpaces current population forecasts.

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure, major construction works, and planning policies play a major role in regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 44 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre Redevelopment and Upgrades, the Perth Airport New Runway, the Wyndham Hotel Ascot (250 Great Eastern Highway), and the Bel-Air Apartments - Great Eastern Highway, with the provided index showing those of primary significance.

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Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

The labor force in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is highly qualified, with a prominent representation of workers in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of 4.9%, and an annual employment growth rate of 1.6%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 9,760, while the unemployment rate was 0.7% higher than the 4.2% recorded for Greater Perth, and participation in the workforce was generally aligned with the 70.2% observed across Greater Perth. Census records indicate that only 7.1% of the local workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

The leading industries employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, mining, and retail trade. The region exhibits a distinct concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its employment share reaching 1.5 times the wider metropolitan average. Conversely, education & training is less represented, accounting for 6.9% of local employment compared to 9.2% across the region. At the time of the Census, the ratio of 1.0 employed person for every resident points to a healthy volume of local jobs.

AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month timeframe, employment grew by 1.6% while the labor force expanded by 2.0%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same period in Greater Perth, employment increased by 2.0%, the labor force grew by 2.5%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. The national employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project future employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by sector. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the industry mix of Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe suggests local employment is poised to grow by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection for illustration that does not account for localized population changes.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Based on the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, the Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $59,565 and an average taxpayer income of $72,631. These figures exceed national benchmarks, though they contrast with the median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 seen across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current values are estimated at approximately $66,075 for the median and $80,570 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that individual weekly income ranks at the 63rd percentile ($879 weekly), whereas household weekly income sits at the 45th percentile. The highest concentration of residents is found in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, accounting for 32.0% of the population (5,378 people), matching the regional proportion of 32.0%. Housing cost pressures are pronounced, leaving residents with only 83.1% of their income, which ranks at the 45th percentile, while the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the 5th decile.

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe consisted of 75.6% standalone houses and 24.4% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached properties and apartments, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Perth. The rate of home ownership in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe was 24.8%, trailing the metropolitan Perth average, with the remaining residences being mortgaged (33.6%) or rented (41.6%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $1,754 per month, lower than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $350, matching the Perth metropolitan average of $350. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 62.7%, consisting of couples with children at 24.1%, couples without children at 26.5%, and single parent households at 10.0%. Non-family households represent the remaining 37.3%, with single-person households accounting for 31.5% and group households comprising 5.8%. The median household size stands at 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is lower than regional figures, with 28.5% of people aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 36.6% in the wider SA3 area. This variance points to opportunities for future educational growth and training. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 35.5% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (23.6%).

Enrollment rates in formal education are high, with 28.9% of the local population engaged in study. This group includes 8.8% in primary schools, 6.4% in secondary schools, and 6.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

An analysis of public transit shows 114 active transit stops within Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe, providing a combination of train and bus access. These locations are serviced by 17 distinct routes, which support a total of 4,262 passenger journeys each week. Transit accessibility is rated favorably, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 205 meters. Because the district is predominantly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles serving as the primary mode of travel for 82% of commuters, followed by buses at 8%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home, which is below the wider regional average. A relatively low 7.1% of the population worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which may reflect the impact of COVID-19 conditions.

Weekly transit operations average 608 trips per day across the network, which equates to about 37 weekly trips per transit stop. The accompanying map illustrates the 100 closest transit stops to the central coordinate of the area.

Health performance in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Data on local health highlights notable difficulties in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe, as indicated by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic ailments across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 55% of the local population (~9,311 people), which compares to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

Mental health concerns and arthritis represent the most prevalent medical conditions in the region, affecting 7.6% and 7.1% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 71.1% of residents reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Inhabitants under the age of 65 experience health outcomes that are better than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 16.6% of the population (2,784 people), and health measurements in this older demographic present some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with general population trends.

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe 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

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe displays a high degree of multiculturalism, with 28.2% of residents using a language other than English at home and 40.6% born in another country. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.3% of the local population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation in the area is Islam, which accounts for 6.0% of residents compared to 3.2% across Greater Perth.

Regarding family backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe are English at 24.2%, Australian at 19.4%, and Other at 14.4%. The area also shows variations in the concentration of other backgrounds: Maori heritage is overrepresented at 1.3% (compared to 0.9% across the region), South Australian heritage is at 0.7% (compared to 1.0%), and Filipino heritage is at 2.1% (compared to 1.4%).

Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Perth average of 37 and matches the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (17.4%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (9.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 15.0% to 16.1% of the population, while the group aged 85+ decreased from 2.9% to 1.9%. By 2041, the age distribution in Belmont - Ascot - Redcliffe is projected to shift, with the 75 to 84 cohort increasing by 70% (616 people) to go from 875 to 1,492. This aging demographic is prominent, with seniors aged 65+ making up 54% of the projected population increase. Conversely, the cohorts aged 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 are projected to contract.