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Cannington - Queens Park has an estimated 25,264 residents, up 22.3% since the 2021 Census, with 30 projects tracked in Cannington - Queens Park.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Cannington - Queens Park Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 10.2 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 25,264 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 4,609 people (22.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 20,655 people. This estimate is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 24,673 as of June 2025 together with 477 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has a high population level born overseas, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, and notable concentrations of residents aged 25 to 34 and 35 to 44, alongside an elevated hospitality employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely living in group households, and the area is highly culturally diverse. Population growth has been strong. The suburb is known for its peaceful residential atmosphere, extensive parklands and excellent recreational facilities, and its local food outlets offer international cuisine alongside shopping at a popular centre.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Cannington - Queens Park Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 10.2 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 25,264 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 4,609 people (22.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 20,655 people. This estimate is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 24,673 as of June 2025 together with 477 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has a high population level born overseas, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, and notable concentrations of residents aged 25 to 34 and 35 to 44, alongside an elevated hospitality employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, largely living in group households, and the area is highly culturally diverse. Population growth has been strong. The suburb is known for its peaceful residential atmosphere, extensive parklands and excellent recreational facilities, and its local food outlets offer international cuisine alongside shopping at a popular centre.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,196 in 2001 and 24,673 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 25,264 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 26.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37.7%.
Cannington - Queens Park ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 92nd for development activity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Cannington - Queens Park is $700 a week, up 7.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $700 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Canning | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Canning, over 12 months | +9.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 24 tracked applications: 18 approved, 5 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 30 projects in Cannington - Queens Park (4 under construction) and 70 more in the surrounding area.
Construction of an 89 million dollar two-storey Indigenous aged care facility featuring 40 single-bed units and 30 double-bed units, hydrotherapy pool, communal courtyard, and function space in partnership with Sister Kates Children 1934-1953 Aboriginal Corporation.
Development of 28 multiple dwellings designed specifically for Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) to improve high-needs accessible housing options within the Canning City Centre area.
Transformation of an existing stormwater drainage basin into a constructed wetland within the Canning Plains Catchment, funded under Round One of the Australian Government's Urban Rivers and Catchments Program to improve water quality, flood retention, biodiversity, and community open space.
Major streetscape transformation of Cecil Avenue Central incorporating smart bus lanes, wider verges, urban tree canopy, rain gardens, and high-density streetfront integration as part of the broader Canning City Centre regeneration.
Western Australia's premier state football facility, located in Queens Park within the Queens Park Regional Open Space. The Stage 1 build, completed and opened in October 2023 at a cost of around 50.8 million dollars, delivered two floodlit full-size hybrid turf pitches, three five-a-side pitches, a 700-seat tiered grandstand, change rooms, a sport science…
The 178 Railway Parade development in Queens Park is a transit-oriented multi-storey mixed-use residential and commercial project adjacent to Queens Park Railway Station. The project provides approximately 72 contemporary apartments across multiple levels, ground-floor commercial and retail spaces, landscaped podium gardens, and secure basement parking.
A six-storey residential building comprising 100 apartments (80 affordable and 20 social homes) on a 1.217-hectare site approximately 200m from the new elevated Cannington Train Station. Developed by DevelopmentWA and to be constructed by EMCO Building under a $443 million State-Federal affordable housing partnership.
Construction of a multi-storey commercial office and mixed business development located on Sevenoaks Street in Cannington. The project provides modern workspace and commercial floor area in close proximity to the Cannington train station and town centre precinct.
14 storey residential tower in the Canning City Centre activity corridor delivering 189 apartments above ground floor commercial space at 1250 Albany Highway, within walking distance of Cannington Station and Westfield Carousel. Developed by Match as part of the broader regeneration of Canning City Centre.
Urban renewal and active transport infrastructure initiative by the City of Canning establishing integrated pedestrian, cycling, and green ecological corridors connecting Queens Park Station and the Canning City Centre to the Canning River foreshore.
The Southern Link Road Extension (Stage 3) is a 0.45-kilometre new road connection linking Grey Street to Gerard Street in Cannington. Delivered as part of the Canning City Centre Regeneration Program, the project will improve connectivity between Albany Highway and the northern side of the rail corridor while navigating environmental requirements around…
Large-scale transit-oriented mixed-use urban renewal precinct centred on the new elevated Cannington Station and surrounding land in the Canning City Centre.
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Estimated completion year of the 60 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 13, 2027 19, 2028 14, 2029 3, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 3. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 24 substantial development applications lodged in and around Cannington - Queens Park over the period covered (about 4.2 years), 8 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 3, 2023 8, 2024 1, 2025 5, 2026 (to Oct) 7.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 108 | ABS building approvals | 81st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 18 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 include: 190-196 Treasure Road Indigenous Aged Care Facility (Approved); Beckenham Station Precinct Activity Centre Plan (Approved); Queens Park Basin Constructed Wetland Transformation (Construction); 178 Railway Parade Mixed-Use Development (Approved); and Cannington Station Precinct - Affordable Housing (METRONET TOD) (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Communities, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Cannington - Queens Park higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 area has seen 234 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Cannington - Queens Park SA2's current population of 25,264 has been supported by 108 approvals on average over recent years.
The Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has seen 4.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 211 people in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Cannington - Queens Park SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 108, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has grown by approximately 3,549 people, while 542 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,264 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +22.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,655 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 20,655 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 4,609 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +4.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.51 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 was estimated to be approximately 25,264 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 24,673 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The cannington - queens park sa2 has added approximately 4,609 people and shown a 22.31% increase from the 20,655 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is estimated at 2,657 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (81.2%), Natural increase (18.8%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.2% of overall population gains.
Cannington - Queens Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 31 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 40.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 59.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 26.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 2.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 at 31 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 31 years as at August 2026, Cannington - Queens Park is 6 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 26.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 7.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (26.3% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (2.8% vs 5.5%) and 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.6% of the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 8.8% of the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,966 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $64,323 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,695 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $787 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,888 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is approximately $57,765. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,966.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is approximately $68,851. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $64,323.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is approximately $57,765 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,966 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is approximately $68,851 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,323 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Cannington - Queens Park SA2's households (~37.7% / 2,724 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $1,695/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $1,888/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $787/wk.
The Cannington - Queens Park SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Cannington - Queens Park SA2's median income among taxpayers is $53,966 and the average income stands at $64,323, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $57,765 (median) and $68,851 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $6,069 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The cannington - queens park sa2's disposable income is $6,069 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Cannington - Queens Park has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 74.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 14,516 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 24,144 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 15,156 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has approximately 14,516 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 stands at 4.2%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.2% of employment), accommodation & food (12.2%), and retail trade (10.3%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is 74.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The cannington - queens park sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 12.2% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The cannington - queens park sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Cannington - Queens Park ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 25.1% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 37.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.8% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
37.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
32.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The cannington - queens park sa2 ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (25.1%), Certificate (17.2%), Advanced Diploma (12.2%).
34.0% of the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 5.8% in secondary school, 9.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is 1021, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 7 schools within the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,666 students.
The cannington - queens park sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Cannington - Queens Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.5% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,219 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,830 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 had 7,219 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 22.3% to an estimated 8,830 households today.
The average household size in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 67.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.3%), group households (7.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,894 family households, couples with children account for 33.5% of all households, couples without children at home 23.1%, and single parent families 8.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 shows distinct household patterns. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 24.3% of all households in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 7.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 61.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 61.3% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 38.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 60.4% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
Cannington - Queens Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 61.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 61.1% born overseas.
The main religion in Cannington - Queens Park was found to be Christianity, which makes up 33.6% of people in Cannington - Queens Park. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 9.4% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 1.4%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Cannington - Queens Park are Other, comprising 30.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 14.1% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Chinese, comprising 12.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 9.7% of Cannington - Queens Park (vs 2.6% across Greater Perth), Filipino at 4.2% (vs 1.4%) and Korean at 1.0% (vs 0.3%).
61.1% of the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
61.3% of the population in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.4% of the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
60.4% of the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Cannington - Queens Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 47.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 66.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,647 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, 18.8% of homes are owned outright, 33.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 47.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 66.0% of dwellings in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 are houses.
In the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, 7.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 25.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 stands at 18.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $1,647, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is $1,275, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 22.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 22.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.6% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 consists of 66.0% detached houses, 25.8% semi-detached dwellings, 7.8% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Cannington - Queens Park consumes approximately 17.4% of median household income ($7,339 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Cannington - Queens Park show attached dwellings contributing 23% of approvals compared to 34% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 77% of applications versus 66% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Cannington - Queens Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 81.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
Around 49.6% of people in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
4.4% of people in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the Cannington - Queens Park SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Cannington - Queens Park SA2, 49.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 75 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 75th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 136 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,951 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 90th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 184 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 136 public transport stops within the Cannington - Queens Park SA2.
The Cannington - Queens Park SA2 has 7,951 weekly trips across 28 routes, averaging 1,135 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 219 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 483 m away and the nearest school 589 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 136 stops nearby, 7,951 weekly trips, access rating 75 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 70th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 483 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 589 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 757 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 777 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 784 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 856 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Cannington - Queens Park higher than 92% of real estate markets across the country.
Cannington - Queens Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40th percentile nationally.
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Median rent in Cannington - Queens Park is $700 a week, +7.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
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 hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Employment performance in Cannington - Queens Park has been broadly consistent with national averages.
The educational profile of Cannington - Queens Park ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Cannington - Queens Park features high concentrations of group households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
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 displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Cannington - Queens Park's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Cannington - Queens Park has an estimated 25,264 residents, up 22.3% since the 2021 Census, with 30 projects tracked in Cannington - Queens Park.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Cannington - Queens Park.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (506031127). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Cannington - Queens Park from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Cannington - Queens Park with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
