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Population
Cannington - Queens Park lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Cannington - Queens Park's population was around 24,596 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 3,941 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,655 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 24,183 in June 2024 and an additional 284 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,586 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Cannington - Queens Park's growth rate of 19.1% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 8.9%. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 75.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and post-2032 growth estimation, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Population projections indicate an above median growth for national areas, with Cannington - Queens Park expected to expand by 5,963 persons to 2041, marking a total increase of 22.6% over the 17 years.
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Development
The level of residential development activity in Cannington - Queens Park was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country
Cannington - Queens Park averaged approximately 145 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, totalling 725 homes. In the current financial year, FY26, 15 dwellings have been approved so far. This averages out to around 5.2 new residents per home built in the past five years, indicating a significant lag between supply and demand, which typically results in increased buyer competition and pricing pressures.
The average construction cost of new dwellings is $186,000, which is below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. Commercial development has seen strong momentum this year with $31.0 million in approvals. Compared to Greater Perth, Cannington - Queens Park exhibits moderately higher construction activity, about 30% above the regional average per person over the past five years.
This maintains reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand, although building activity has slowed in recent years. The new development composition is 76.0% detached dwellings and 24.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban character with a focus on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 214 people per dwelling approval, Cannington - Queens Park indicates a growing market. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by approximately 5,550 residents. Construction activity is expected to keep pace with this growth, although buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.
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Infrastructure
Cannington - Queens Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally
Thirty-three infrastructure projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to influence the local area's performance. Key projects include Wharf Street Mixed-Use Development, Canning City Centre Regeneration Program, Cannington Leisureplex Upgrades, and Aura Cannington. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.
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Canning City Centre Regeneration Program
A 10-year, $76 million regeneration program transforming the Canning City Centre into Perth's 'Southern CBD'. The project focuses on creating a high-density, mixed-use strategic centre connecting the Cannington Train Station to Westfield Carousel. Key completed works include the Cecil Avenue West and East upgrades (now open), which delivered dedicated bus lanes, smart infrastructure, and improved pedestrian access. Future stages include the 'Cecil Avenue Central' upgrade, currently in concept design. The program aims to support 10,000 new homes for 25,000 residents and generate $2.2 billion in economic value.
Canning City Centre Regeneration Program
A long term regeneration initiative led by the City of Canning to transform the Canning City Centre around Cecil Avenue and the Canning River into Perth's southern CBD. The program is delivering upgraded streetscapes, smart public realm and water sensitive infrastructure, with completed Phase 1 projects including Cecil Avenue West and East, Wharf Street Basin Next Generation Community Park, the Lake Street Urban Stream and the Lake Street Extension. Over the life of the four phase, 20 year program the City Centre is planned to accommodate around 10,000 new homes and up to 25,000 residents through higher density housing, transit oriented development, town squares and mixed use precincts.
Queens Park Station Precinct Redevelopment
Transit oriented redevelopment of the Queens Park Station precinct in the City of Canning, built around the new elevated Queens Park Station delivered as part of the Armadale Line Transformation. The project aims to turn the existing station area and surrounding Centre zoned land into a higher density mixed use neighbourhood with apartment buildings, active ground floor uses, community spaces and improved public realm under and around the rail viaduct. The Queens Park Local Structure Plan and its amendments set out the planning framework for multiple dwelling residential uses and mixed use buildings within about 800 m of the station, while the Victoria Park Canning Level Crossing Removal project has delivered the station, Long Park linear open space, dog park, youth spaces and new shared paths. With the Armadale Line and the new station reopened in 2025, the focus has shifted to private development in the station frame, and the first mid rise apartment proposals near Sevenoaks Street are now progressing through the development assessment process. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre Expansion
$350m expansion completed in 2018 delivered new rooftop dining and entertainment precinct, a refurbished 14 screen HOYTS with LUX lounge, a new David Jones and around 70 specialty stores, cementing the centre as WA's largest. As of 2025, Westfield Carousel lists 337 business partners across fashion, food, lifestyle, dining and entertainment.
East Cannington Station Precinct Redevelopment (METRONET)
Transit-oriented development around the upgraded East Cannington Station on the Armadale Line, including new public spaces, residential apartments, and improved station access.
Cannington Greyhounds Redevelopment (Cannington Central)
Major mixed-use urban renewal of the former Cannington Greyhounds (Cannington Central) site and surrounding land in the Canning City Centre. The project is planned to deliver around 1,500 new apartments in a series of high and medium density buildings with integrated retail, commercial space and community uses, focused on a new public realm around the rebuilt elevated Cannington Station and 16-stand bus interchange. It forms a key element of the Canning City Centre Activity Centre Plan, which aims to transform the area between Westfield Carousel, Cecil Avenue and the Canning River into a higher density, walkable main street precinct with improved public transport, cycling and pedestrian connections.
Canning City Centre Activity Centre Plan - Private Residential Precincts
Long term redevelopment of the Canning City Centre in Cannington under the Canning City Centre Activity Centre Plan and associated structure plans. The program focuses on high density residential and mixed use precincts around Cannington Station and Westfield Carousel, supported by the City of Canning City Centre Regeneration Program. The Activity Centre Plan (LP.08) was approved by the Western Australian Planning Commission in 2017 and amended in 2021, and it anticipates around 10,000 new dwellings and up to 25,000 residents delivered over 20 to 30 years, with significant public realm upgrades such as Cecil Avenue East and West, Lake Street Urban Stream, Lake Street Extension and Wharf Street Basin already completed or underway.
Mason & Bird Heritage Precinct Redevelopment
Mixed-use heritage precinct redevelopment featuring residential apartments, commercial spaces, and preservation of the historic Mason & Bird timber mill site in the heart of East Cannington.
Employment
Employment performance in Cannington - Queens Park has been broadly consistent with national averages
Cannington - Queens Park has an educated workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 4.4% as of June 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.6%.
The area's unemployment rate is 0.6% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%, while workforce participation is similar at 67.5%. Key employment industries include health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. Accommodation & food has a particularly high share of employment at 1.8 times the regional level, whereas education & training is under-represented at 5.2% compared to Greater Perth's 9.2%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data.
Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 3.6%, labour force grew by 3.2%, and unemployment fell by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth had employment growth of 3.7% and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cannington - Queens Park's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, although these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.
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Income
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis
AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Cannington - Queens Park had a median taxpayer income of $51,499 and an average income of $60,169. Nationally, the averages were $58,380 and $78,020 respectively in Greater Perth. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 14.2%, median income is estimated at $58,812 and average at $68,713. The 2021 Census ranks Cannington - Queens Park incomes modestly, between the 47th and 47th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The largest income bracket comprises 37.7% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (9,272 residents), similar to the metropolitan region at 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 46th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
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Housing
Cannington - Queens Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Cannington - Queens Park's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census data, consisted of 66.0% houses and 34.0% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This differs from Perth metro's structure which was 78.4% houses and 21.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cannington - Queens Park stood at 18.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 33.7% and rented ones at 47.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,647, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,820. The median weekly rent figure for Cannington - Queens Park was recorded as $350, matching Perth metro's figure but lower than the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Cannington - Queens Park were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.
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Household Composition
Cannington - Queens Park features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size
Family households account for 67.8% of all households, including 33.5% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households at 24.3% and group households comprising 7.9%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which matches the Greater Perth average.
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Local Schools & Education
The educational profile of Cannington - Queens Park exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 37.9% among residents aged 15+, surpassing both the WA average of 27.9% and the SA4 region's rate of 29.9%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 25.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 29.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas comprise 12.2% and certificates make up 17.2%.
Educational participation is high, with 34.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 9.0% in tertiary, 8.8% in primary, and 5.8% pursuing secondary education. Seven schools operate within Cannington - Queens Park, educating approximately 3,666 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1021) and balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes three primary, three secondary, and one K-12 school.
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Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Cannington - Queens Park has 117 active public transport stops. These include train and bus services. There are 52 different routes operating in total, providing 8,979 weekly passenger trips collectively.
The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 230 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 1,282 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 76 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
Cannington - Queens Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts
Cannington - Queens Park shows excellent health outcomes with common conditions seen across both young and old age groups at a standard level. Approximately 50% (~12,175 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Perth's 52.2% and the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues affect 5.3%, asthma affects 4.4%, while 81.8% report no medical ailments, compared to 76.0% in Greater Perth.
The area has 9.0% (2,203 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Perth's 15.9%.
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Cultural Diversity
Cannington - Queens Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Cannington-Queens Park has a high level of cultural diversity, with 61.3% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 61.1% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Cannington-Queens Park, representing 33.6% of the population. The 'Other' religious category comprises 9.4%, significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 3.2%.
In terms of ancestry, the top groups are Other (30.3%), English (14.1%), and Chinese (12.4%). Notably, Indian (9.7%) and Filipino (4.2%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 6.5% and 1.6%, respectively. Korean ethnicity is present at 1.0%.
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Age
Cannington - Queens Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
Cannington - Queens Park's median age is 31 years, which is lower than Greater Perth's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Cannington - Queens Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (24.7%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.2%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and the present, the proportion of residents aged 5-14 has increased from 10.6% to 11.4%, while the proportion of those aged 0-4 has decreased from 8.3% to 7.2%. By 2041, demographic projections suggest significant changes in Cannington - Queens Park's age profile. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to grow by 1,011 people (17%), from 6,085 to 7,097. Meanwhile, the number of residents aged 0-4 is expected to increase by a modest 9%, adding 151 people.