Camillo - Champion Lakes

Population growth drivers in Camillo - Champion Lakes are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Camillo - Champion Lakes' population is approximately 6,772 as of February 2026. This figure shows an increase of 979 people, representing a growth of 16.9% since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 5,793. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,661 in June 2024 and an additional 408 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 833 persons per square kilometer, which is similar to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 55.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, 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. Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for the area, with an expected increase of 1,339 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 18.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Camillo - Champion Lakes among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Camillo - Champion Lakes saw around 107 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 539 homes. By June 26th, 96 approvals had been recorded in FY-26. On average, 1.6 new residents arrived per year for each new home between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. The average construction cost of new homes was $238,000, aligning with regional patterns.

This financial year, $3.9 million in commercial development approvals were recorded, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Camillo - Champion Lakes showed 58.0% higher development activity per person as of FY-26, offering buyers more choice and suggesting strong developer confidence. New developments consisted of 87.0% detached dwellings and 13.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with around 52 people per dwelling approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Camillo - Champion Lakes is expected to grow by 1,228 residents through to 2041. Given current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favourable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Looking ahead, Camillo - Champion Lakes is expected to grow by 1,228 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Camillo - Champion Lakes has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 24 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Ranford Road Station, Lake Road Precinct A1 Structure Plan, Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment, and Stockland Harrisdale Shopping Centre. The following details those most relevant.

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The labour market performance in Camillo - Champion Lakes lags significantly behind most other regions nationally

Camillo - Champion Lakes has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are strongly represented. The unemployment rate is 10.6%.

Employment growth over the past year is estimated at 1.9%. As of September 2025, there are 3,035 residents in work. The unemployment rate is 6.6%, higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation lags at 62.1% compared to Greater Perth's 71.6%.

Only 5.1% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Transport, postal & warehousing has notable concentration with levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Professional & technical services are under-represented at 4.8%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 1.9% while labour force grew by 2.4%, raising unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded higher employment growth of 2.9%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Camillo - Champion Lakes's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The Camillo - Champion Lakes SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $47,905 and an average of $59,218 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is below the national average, with Greater Perth's median income being $60,748 and average income being $80,248. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $52,513 (median) and $64,915 (average), based on a 9.62% increase since financial year 2023. The 2021 Census figures show that household, family, and personal incomes in Camillo - Champion Lakes fall between the 18th and 25th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 34.0% of the community earns between $1,500 and $2,999 (2,302 individuals), similar to the broader regional trend of 32.0%. Housing affordability is severe, with only 83.4% of income remaining, ranking at the 25th percentile.

Camillo - Champion Lakes is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Camillo-Champion Lakes' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.2% houses and 4.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). In contrast, Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Camillo-Champion Lakes was 27.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.3% and rented ones at 26.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,408, below Perth metro's average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Camillo-Champion Lakes was $295, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,408 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Camillo - Champion Lakes has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 70.7% of all households, including 29.0% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 16.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 26.1% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, aligning with the Greater Perth average.

Educational outcomes in Camillo - Champion Lakes fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 12.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 8.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 40.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (31.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Camillo - Champion Lakes shows that there are 37 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with two individual routes providing a total of 343 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as good, with residents typically located 221 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 84%, while 8% use the train. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 5.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 49 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 9 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Camillo - Champion Lakes is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Camillo - Champion Lakes faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is low at approximately 48% of the total population (~3,277 people), compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 10.3% of residents, while arthritis impacts 8.7%. Conversely, 63.9% report being completely clear of medical ailments, lower than the 71.9% across Greater Perth. Working-age population health is notably challenging due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors at 20.5%, with 1,388 people aged 65 and over compared to 16.3% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings for the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Camillo - Champion Lakes was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Camillo-Champion Lakes was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 18.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 34.1% born overseas as of the latest data (2016). Christianity is the predominant religion in Camillo-Champion Lakes, making up 43.4%. Islam is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, with 3.6% versus 3.2%.

The top three ancestry groups are English at 30.1%, Australian at 23.7%, and Other at 12.6%. Notably, Dutch (2.7%), Maori (1.3%), and Welsh (0.8%) are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.5%, 0.9%, and 0.7% respectively.

Camillo - Champion Lakes's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Camillo-Champion Lakes is 38 years, close to Greater Perth's average of 37 and equivalent to Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Camillo-Champion Lakes has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (11.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.0%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the population aged 75 to 84 grew from 4.4% to 7.2%, while the 65 to 74 age group increased from 10.6% to 11.9%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group declined from 13.5% to 12.2%, and the 5 to 14 age group dropped from 13.6% to 12.4%. By 2041, Camillo-Champion Lakes is projected to experience significant shifts in its age composition. The 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 84%, reaching 894 people from 484. Those aged 65 and above are projected to comprise 63% of the population growth. Meanwhile, declines are projected for the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 age groups.