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Bicton - Palmyra has an estimated 16,544 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Bicton - Palmyra.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Bicton - Palmyra Statistical Area (Lv2) is a convenient 11.7 kilometres southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 16,544 as of Aug 2026, following an increase of 1,766 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census, when 14,778 people were recorded. This estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 16,510 as of June 2025 and 46 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has a median age of 41 and moderate population expansion patterns. Its community is exceptionally well educated, with standout school performance levels and a notable education employment base.
Bicton - Palmyra is characterised by a substantial share of lone person households and a fairly standard age composition. Its picturesque landscape, serene parks and close-knit community sit alongside a beautiful riverside setting along the Swan River, offering places for picnics, barbecues and leisurely walks.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Bicton - Palmyra Statistical Area (Lv2) is a convenient 11.7 kilometres southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 16,544 as of Aug 2026, following an increase of 1,766 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census, when 14,778 people were recorded. This estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population of 16,510 as of June 2025 and 46 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has a median age of 41 and moderate population expansion patterns. Its community is exceptionally well educated, with standout school performance levels and a notable education employment base.
Bicton - Palmyra is characterised by a substantial share of lone person households and a fairly standard age composition. Its picturesque landscape, serene parks and close-knit community sit alongside a beautiful riverside setting along the Swan River, offering places for picnics, barbecues and leisurely walks.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,833 in 2001 and 16,510 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 16,544 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 14.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.7%.
Bicton - Palmyra ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for health and the 87th for education.
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 Bicton - Palmyra is $751 a week, up 7.1% 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 | $751 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.1% | 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 127 tracked applications: 92 approved, 9 under assessment, 26 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Bicton - Palmyra (1 under construction) and 87 more in the surrounding area.
Blackwall Reach is a major urban renewal project in Bicton, transforming former public housing into a vibrant residential precinct. The redevelopment delivers over 400 new dwellings including a mix of social, affordable, and private apartments and townhouses.
Proposed upgrade and expansion of the existing Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre, providing modern and functional facilities for school and community camps, conferences, and workshops. The wider precinct is a site of deep cultural significance to the Whadjuk Noongar people, known as Dyoondalup.
Proposed mixed use development on the former Palmyra Bowling Club site, comprising 98 apartments above ground floor commercial tenancies, delivering new housing and local shops close to Fremantle in partnership between 10 Development and DevelopmentWA.
A new purpose-built aged care facility at the historic Woodside site in East Fremantle designed to provide high-quality residential care with modern amenities, therapy spaces, and landscaped gardens for elderly residents.
Bicton Central is a modern neighbourhood shopping hub that underwent a significant redevelopment to enhance its retail and dining offering. The centre is anchored by a flagship Coles supermarket and Liquorland, complemented by a diverse range of specialty stores including wellness services, boutique retail, and alfresco dining options.
Known as Mos Lane, this $75.7 million mixed-use project by Australian Development Capital replaces a dated neighbourhood shopping centre with a five-storey complex featuring 70 residential apartments and townhouses, ground-floor retail, restaurants, and a local supermarket.
A mixed-use development transforming the former Wellington Street Shopping Centre site into a modern five-storey residential and retail complex with 68 apartments, townhomes, a supermarket, and specialty shops.
Boutique riverfront residential development in East Fremantle comprising 28 luxury apartments with direct Swan River views, designed by MJA Studio and developed by Match as a high-end, low-rise apartment building.
A completed masterplanned residential community by Cedar Woods featuring a mix of apartments, townhouses and house-and-land packages immediately adjacent to Palmyra town centre.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Mixed-use residential redevelopment by Locus comprising 57 townhouses, 24 apartments and 7 commercial tenancies within the Knutsford precinct. Stage 1 and Stage 2 are under construction, Stage 3 has commenced construction, and Stage 4 has been announced. Overall project completion is expected during 2027.
Owned and developed by Luke Beumont Barrett, the project at 14 Silas Street in East Fremantle involves a multi-storey mixed-use development on a 211m² corner site adjacent to the East Fremantle Medical Centre. The scheme integrates ground-floor commercial and professional suites with residential apartments on upper floors.
Aura Apartments Palmyra is a boutique collection of 46 one, two and three-bedroom apartments completed in 2022, located along Canning Highway in Palmyra opposite Palmyra Primary School and within easy reach of the Swan River and Fremantle.
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Estimated completion year of the 57 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 3, 2026 15, 2027 14, 2028 13, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 127 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bicton - Palmyra over the past 5 years, 55 in the last 12 months; 9 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 21, 2023 8, 2024 13, 2025 44, 2026 (to Oct) 39.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 127 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 24 | ABS building approvals | 36th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 92 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 include: Blackwall Reach Precinct Redevelopment (Construction); The Point Palmyra (Planning); Point Walter Recreation and Conference Centre Redevelopment (Planning); Bicton Central (Completed); and Santa Clara Estate (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 26th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Bicton - Palmyra recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 area has seen 55 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Bicton - Palmyra SA2's current population of 16,544 has been supported by 24 approvals on average over recent years.
The Bicton - Palmyra SA2 has seen 1.6 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 599 people in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Bicton - Palmyra SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 24, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 has grown by approximately 1,476 people, while 120 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 12.3 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.
Population growth drivers in Bicton - Palmyra are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,544 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,617 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,778 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,766 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.32 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 was estimated to be approximately 16,544 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 16,510 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The bicton - palmyra sa2 has added approximately 1,766 people and shown a 11.95% increase from the 14,778 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is estimated at 2,618 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (68.4%), Natural increase (20.1%), Interstate migration (11.4%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 68.4% of overall population gains.
Bicton - Palmyra's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.0% | 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 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Bicton - Palmyra is 4 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.3% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.4% of the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.7% of the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,430 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $98,454 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,842 | 2021 Census, weekly | 55th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $994 | 2021 Census, weekly | 78th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,677 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is approximately $74,318. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,430.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is approximately $105,385. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $98,454.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is approximately $74,318 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,430 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is approximately $105,385 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $98,454 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Bicton - Palmyra SA2's households (~27.7% / 1,698 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.7% 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 Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $1,842/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $2,677/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $994/wk.
The Bicton - Palmyra SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $69,430 and an average of $98,454 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely 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 $74,318 (median) and $105,385 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $6,776 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The bicton - palmyra sa2's disposable income is $6,776 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Bicton - Palmyra significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,302 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,904 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,509 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 has approximately 9,302 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.2%. 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 Bicton - Palmyra SA2 stands at 2.2%, which is 2.1 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 Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.9% of employment), education & training (13.7%), and professional & technical (9.0%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Bicton - Palmyra 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 Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is 69.7%, 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 bicton - palmyra sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 13.7% 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 bicton - palmyra 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.
Bicton - Palmyra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 40.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
40.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
29.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The bicton - palmyra sa2 ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (27.5%), Certificate (18.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.6%).
27.8% of the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.9% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, 6.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is 1109, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,236 students.
The bicton - palmyra sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Bicton - Palmyra features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,123 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,855 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 63.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 had 6,123 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.0% to an estimated 6,855 households today.
The average household size in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 63.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.7%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,888 family households, couples with children account for 27.6% of all households, couples without children at home 25.1%, and single parent families 9.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 33.7% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 63.5% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 have an average of 1.4 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 44.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.4% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 33.7% of all households in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.8% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bicton - Palmyra records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 90.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Bicton - Palmyra was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 9.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 25.6% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Bicton - Palmyra, at 48.0% of people, although more residents (49.5%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bicton - Palmyra are English, comprising 31.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Bicton - Palmyra (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%) and Italian at 5.6% (vs 4.2%).
25.6% of the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
9.6% of the population in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.6% of the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
89.9% of the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bicton - Palmyra displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 61.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,115 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 39.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 33.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, 36.0% of homes are owned outright, 39.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 61.4% of dwellings in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 are houses.
In the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, 5.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 33.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 stands at 36.0%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $2,115, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is $1,205, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 19.0% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 consists of 61.4% detached houses, 33.0% semi-detached dwellings, 5.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bicton - Palmyra consumes approximately 15.1% of median household income ($7,976 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bicton - Palmyra show attached dwellings contributing 11% of approvals compared to 39% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 89% of applications versus 61% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Bicton - Palmyra's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 67.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 89th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Around 67.6% of people in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the Bicton - Palmyra SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Bicton - Palmyra SA2, 67.6% 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 | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 47 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,008 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 352 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 9 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 47 public transport stops within the Bicton - Palmyra SA2.
The Bicton - Palmyra SA2 has 2,008 weekly trips across 9 routes, averaging 286 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 240 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 455 m away and the nearest school 547 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 47 stops nearby, 2,008 weekly trips, access rating 53 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 68 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 68th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 455 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 547 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 651 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 701 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 734 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 735 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 887 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Bicton - Palmyra recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Bicton - Palmyra has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bicton - Palmyra is $751 a week, +7.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Bicton - Palmyra are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bicton - Palmyra's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Bicton - Palmyra significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Bicton - Palmyra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Bicton - Palmyra features high concentrations of lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
In terms of cultural diversity, Bicton - Palmyra records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bicton - Palmyra displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Bicton - Palmyra's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bicton - Palmyra has an estimated 16,544 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Bicton - Palmyra.
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 Bicton - Palmyra.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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).
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (507041177). 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 (Aug 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 Bicton - Palmyra 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 Bicton - Palmyra with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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