Booragoon
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Booragoon are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Booragoon's population, as of Aug 2025, is approximately 17,589 people. This figure represents a growth of 2,113 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 15,476. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates: 17,247 residents in June 2024 and an additional 348 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density of approximately 2,590 persons per square kilometer, placing Booragoon in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch assessments. Since the 2021 Census, Booragoon's growth rate of 13.7% surpassed the national average of 8.6%. This growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 77.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all migration factors including interstate and natural growth were positive. AreaSearch projects future demographic trends based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a 2022 base year for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) to estimate growth post-2032. By 2041, Booragoon's population is projected to increase by approximately 3,053 persons, representing a total gain of 15.4% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Booragoon among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Booragoon has seen approximately 143 new homes approved annually. Development approval data from the ABS shows 715 homes over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with four already approved in FY26. Each dwelling built on average gained 2.4 new residents yearly between FY21 and FY25, indicating strong demand supporting property values. New homes are constructed at an average cost of $1,023,000, targeting the premium market segment.

Commercial approvals this financial year total $13.1 million, suggesting balanced commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Booragoon has slightly more development, 40.0% above the regional average per person over five years, balancing buyer choice with support for current property values. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. New building activity comprises 49.0% detached houses and 51.0% medium to high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers, marking a shift from the area's existing housing composition of 68.0% houses. With around 217 people per dwelling approval, Booragoon exhibits a developing market.

Population forecasts indicate Booragoon will gain approximately 2,711 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, presenting good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Booragoon has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 26 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Len Shearer Change Room Renewal, Townhouse Fund Applecross Development, Karoonda Reserve Sports Changeroom Upgrade, and Westfield Booragoon Shopping Centre Expansion. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Booragoon positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Booragoon has an educated workforce with professional services well-represented. Its unemployment rate is 2.2%, lower than the Greater Perth average of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.3%. As of June 2025, 9,904 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7% below Greater Perth's rate and workforce participation similar to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with employment share at 1.5 times the regional level, while construction shows lower representation at 7.3% compared to the regional average of 9.3%.

Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 5.3%, labour force by 5.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.5 percentage points. Greater Perth recorded lower growth figures. State-level data from Sep-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.82% with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. National forecasts project employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, but local growth patterns may differ due to industry-specific projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022. Booragoon's median income among taxpayers was $62,470 with an average of $105,208. Nationally, this is exceptionally high compared to Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020. As of March 2025, current estimates are approximately $69,723 (median) and $117,423 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Booragoon's incomes cluster around the 74th percentile nationally according to Census 2021 data. Income analysis shows that the largest segment comprises 26.0% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,573 residents), mirroring the metropolitan region where 32.0% occupy this bracket. A substantial proportion of high earners (36.5%) in Booragoon earn above $3,000/week, indicating strong economic capacity throughout the suburb. Housing accounts for 14.0% of income. Strong earnings rank residents within the 77th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Booragoon displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Booragoon, as per the latest Census, 68.5% of dwellings were houses with 31.5% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and others. This compares to Perth metropolitan area's figures of 76.5% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Booragoon stood at 42.5%, aligning with the Perth metro average, while mortgaged properties accounted for 33.1% and rented dwellings made up 24.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Booragoon was $2,600, higher than the Perth metro average of $2,200. Median weekly rent in Booragoon was recorded at $420, compared to Perth's $400. Nationally, Booragoon's median monthly mortgage repayment was significantly higher at $1,863 and median weekly rent was substantially above the Australian average of $375.

Booragoon has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 71.5% of all households, including 34.7% couples with children, 27.0% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.5%, with lone person households at 25.9% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Booragoon places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational attainment in Booragoon is notably high, with 46.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding university qualifications. This exceeds the state average of 27.9% and the SA4 region average of 28.6%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 30.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational pathways account for 24.4% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 13.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 7.0% pursuing tertiary education. Booragoon's three schools have a combined enrollment of 1,368 students. The area demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1127. All three schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. School capacity is limited locally, with 7.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 19.6, indicating many families travel for schooling.

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

Booragoon has 90 operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These are covered by 23 different routes, together offering 4,448 weekly passenger trips. Residents' access to transport is rated excellent, with an average distance of 178 meters to the nearest stop.

Daily service frequency averages 635 trips across all routes, translating to roughly 49 weekly trips per individual stop.

Booragoon's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes data shows exceptional results in Booragoon with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is notably high at approximately 74% of the total population (12,963 people), compared to 65.2% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.7% and 6.3% of residents respectively.

Conversely, 74.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.5% across Greater Perth. Booragoon has a significant proportion of seniors, with 23.2% of its population aged 65 and over (4,078 people). Notably, health outcomes among seniors in the area are particularly strong, outperforming even the general population's health metrics.

Booragoon 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

Booragoon, surveyed in June 2021, showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets. Among its residents, 23.1% spoke a language other than English at home, while 38.9% were born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion with 50.4%, slightly higher than Greater Perth's 47%.

Buddhism, however, was more prevalent in Booragoon at 3.1% compared to Greater Perth's 2.9%. For ancestry, English topped at 26.1%, Australian at 19.4%, and Chinese at 11.2%. Some ethnic groups had notable differences: South African at 1.0% (vs regional 0.9%), Croatian at 1.0% (vs 1.1%), Korean at 0.8% (vs 0.6%).

Booragoon hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Booragoon is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constitutes 11.7% of the population in Booragoon, compared to a lower representation of the 25-34 cohort at 9.4%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 6.3% to 8.0% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 13.6% to 12.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Booragoon. Notably, the 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 73%, reaching 2,419 people from 1,401. The combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 78% of total population growth, reflecting Booragoon's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.