Bull Creek

Bull Creek has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Bull Creek's population was approximately 8,648 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 618 people, a 7.7% rise from the 2021 Census which reported a population of 8,030. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 8,650 in June 2024 and an additional 23 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,078 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Bull Creek's growth rate of 7.7% since the census is within 1.2 percentage points of the national average (8.9%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch utilises ABS-provided growth rates by age cohort from its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is expected across statistical areas nationally. Bull Creek is projected to grow by 1,350 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 15.6% over the 17-year period, according to the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Bull Creek when compared nationally

Bull Creek has approved around 35 residential properties annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, it granted approval for 178 homes. So far in FY-26, it has approved 4 dwellings.

On average, each dwelling accommodates 2.4 new residents per year over the past five financial years. This robust demand supports property values, with new homes averaging $378,000, higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In FY-26, there have been $1.9 million in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Bull Creek shows 67% of construction activity per person and ranks at the 72nd percentile nationally for building activity, which has accelerated recently.

Recent construction comprises 57.0% standalone homes and 43.0% attached dwellings, with an increasing mix of townhouses and apartments offering options across different price points. This shift reflects reduced development site availability and changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements, differing from the current housing mix of 79.0% houses. Bull Creek has approximately 323 people per dwelling approval, indicating potential for growth. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 1,352 residents (AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Development pace keeps up with projected growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Bull Creek has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects expected to affect this region. Notable initiatives include the Bull Creek Station Precinct Structure Plan (City of Melville), Bull Creek Central Redevelopment, New Women and Babes Hospital, and The Crest Bull Creek. Below is a list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Bull Creek ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Bull Creek has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. Its unemployment rate is 1.7%, lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.0%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.1%. As of September 2025, 4,303 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.2%, below Greater Perth's rate. Workforce participation is lower at 56.1% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services.

The area has a notable concentration in professional & technical jobs, with levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 6.7% versus the regional average of 9.3%. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 4.1%, while labour force increased by 4.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth saw employment growth of 2.9% and a marginal increase in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bull Creek's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Bull Creek SA2 had median taxpayer income of $49,953 and average income of $68,629, both above national averages of $51,711 and $70,506 respectively. Greater Perth's levels were $58,380 (median) and $78,020 (average). Based on 14.2% Wage Price Index growth since FY2022, estimated median income in September 2025 is approximately $57,046, with average being around $78,374. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 57th percentile ($1,880 weekly), and personal income at the 39th percentile. Income analysis shows that 26.5% of individuals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, mirroring the region where 32.0% fall into this bracket. The area demonstrates affluence with 30.8% earning over $3,000 weekly, supporting premium retail and services. After housing costs, 86.4% of income remains for other expenses. Area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Bull Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Bull Creek's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 78.6% houses and 21.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 76.5% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bull Creek stood at 45.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.2% and rented ones at 20.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, lower than Perth metro's average of $2,200. The median weekly rent in Bull Creek was $420, higher than Perth metro's figure of $400. Nationally, Bull Creek's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Bull Creek has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 75.7% of all households, including 39.2% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.3%, with lone person households at 22.4% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Bull Creek demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Bull Creek's educational attainment is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 45.3% hold university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in WA and 28.6% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 29.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Vocational pathways account for 24.3% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates at 13.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.0% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 6.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis shows 35 active public transport stops within Bull Creek. These are served by buses along 18 different routes, together offering 3,266 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents on average located 262 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 466 trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 93 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Bull Creek is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Bull Creek shows superior health outcomes for both young and elderly populations, with low prevalence of common conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 54% (~4,643 people), compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.1%) and mental health issues (5.7%). A total of 72.3% report no medical ailments, similar to Greater Perth's 72.5%. Bull Creek has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65+, at 26.0% (2,251 people), compared to Greater Perth's 22.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Bull Creek is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bull Creek has a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 46.8% born overseas. The predominant religion in Bull Creek is Christianity, accounting for 46.3% of the population. Buddhism is notably overrepresented in Bull Creek, comprising 5.7% of the population compared to 2.9% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English at 23.4%, Chinese at 19.4%, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 9.0%, and Australian at 18.1%. Other ethnic groups with notable divergences include Korean at 1.3% in Bull Creek versus 0.6% regionally, Sri Lankan at 0.7% versus 0.4%, and Indian at 4.5% versus 2.1%.

Bull Creek hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Bull Creek's median age stands at 44, surpassing Greater Perth's figure of 37 and significantly exceeding the national norm of 38. The 75-84 age group comprises 10.8%, notably higher than Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 7.9%. Post-2021 Census, the 75 to 84 group grew from 8.5% to 10.8%, and the 15 to 24 group increased from 10.7% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort declined from 13.5% to 10.9%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 10.7% to 9.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Bull Creek's age profile. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 151%, reaching 947 from 377. Those aged 65 and above will comprise 65% of the projected population growth. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.