Byford
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Byford lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Byford's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, stands at 26,669 as of November 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 6,198 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,471. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 25,547 in June 2024 and an additional 1,058 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 907 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Byford's growth rate of 30.3% since the 2021 Census exceeds both national (8.9%) and state averages, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 63.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 estimates post-2032, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future demographic trends predict exceptional growth for Byford, with an expected expansion of 12,699 persons to 2041, marking a total increase of 43.4% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Byford was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Byford recorded approximately 364 residential properties granted approval each year over the past five financial years, totalling 1823 homes. As of FY-26123 approvals have been recorded. The average number of people moving to the area per dwelling built over this period is 3.2. This demand significantly exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $245,000, aligning with regional trends. In FY-26, commercial approvals amounting to $23.5 million have been recorded, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Byford shows moderately higher new home approvals, approximately 23.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.

However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The location's developer confidence is strong, as indicated by its substantially higher approval levels compared to national averages. Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 81 people per dwelling approval in Byford, indicating an expanding market. Future projections suggest that Byford will add 11577 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Byford has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that could affect the region. Notable ones include Byford Health Hub, Byford Central - Large Format Retail & Commercial Precinct, Grange Meadows Estate, and Serpentine Jarrahdale Community Recreation Centre Expansion and Briggs Park Precinct Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Byford exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Byford's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

The unemployment rate was 3.3% as of June 2024. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%. As of June 2025, 13,745 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, below Greater Perth's 3.9%. Workforce participation in Byford was 72.4% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%.

Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Transport, postal & warehousing had an employment share of 1.5 times the regional level. Professional & technical services employed 4.4% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data on working population vs resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, while labour force grew by 3.1%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 3.7%, labour force grow by 3.8%, and unemployment increase by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industries. Applying these projections to Byford's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 30, 2022, Byford had a median income among taxpayers of $61,324 with the average level standing at $74,365. Nationally, these figures are high compared to $58,380 and $78,020 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% from financial year ending June 30, 2022 to September 2025, current estimates would be approximately $70,032 (median) and $84,925 (average). Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Byford cluster around the 72nd percentile nationally. Distribution data shows that 44.5% of individuals (11,867 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band, consistent with broader regional trends showing 32.0% in the same category. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income. Despite this, disposable income is at the 69th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Byford is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Byford's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.6% houses and 1.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Perth metro had 97.8% houses and 2.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Byford was at 15.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 69.5% and rented ones at 14.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Byford was $1,914, lower than Perth metro's $1,971. The median weekly rent in Byford was $380, equal to Perth metro's figure. Nationally, Byford's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,914 compared to Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $380 versus the national figure of $375.

Byford features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 82.9% of all households, including 46.3% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 17.1%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which matches the Greater Perth average.

Byford shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area has lower university qualification rates at 15.3%, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. This indicates a need for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 34.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.3% in primary, 8.4% in secondary, and 2.9% in tertiary education. There are 8 schools operating within Byford, educating approximately 5,151 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 990) and balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 6 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 90 active transport stops operating within Byford. These comprise a mix of train and bus services. Five individual routes service these stops, collectively providing 392 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 375 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 56 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

Byford's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Byford's health outcomes data shows excellent results across younger age groups with low prevalence of common conditions.

Approximately 56% (~15,067 people) have private health cover, the highest rate in the area. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.3 and 7.9% of residents respectively. About 74.0% claim to be free from medical ailments compared to 72.5% across Greater Perth. The area has 8.7% (2,312 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 11.1% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Byford 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

Byford's population shows higher linguistic diversity than most local areas, with 14.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 28.4% born overseas. Christianity is the dominant religion in Byford, making up 38.6% of its population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 3.0%, higher than Greater Perth's 2.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are English (31.4%), Australian (27.0%), and Other (9.8%). Some ethnic groups have notable differences in representation: Dutch at 2.8% in Byford versus 3.4% regionally, South African at 1.3% compared to 1.1%, and New Zealand at 1.3% versus 1.2%.

Byford hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Byford has a median age of 31 years, which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Byford has a higher percentage of residents aged 5-14 (18.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.4%). This 5-14 concentration is notably higher than the national average of 12.2%. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 15 to 24 has increased from 11.0% to 12.7%, while the 25 to 34 age group has decreased from 17.8% to 15.8% and the 0 to 4 age group has dropped from 10.3% to 8.6%. Byford's demographic profile is projected to change significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age cohort expected to expand considerably, growing from 2,866 to 4,971 people (an increase of 2,104 people or 73%).