Casuarina - Wandi

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

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Casuarina - Wandi stands at approximately 13,929 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 4,845 individuals (53.3%) from the 2021 Census, when the headcount was 9,084. This shift is calculated using the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 13,547 coupled with 1,266 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 323 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per resident and opportunity for future expansion. The 53.3% expansion rate since the 2021 census outstripped both state figures and the national average (9.3%), positioning the locality as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this upward trajectory was interstate migration, accounting for roughly 70.1% of the overall population rise, though other components like natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate development beyond 2032, AreaSearch utilizes growth rates by age group from the latest Greater Capital Region projections published by the ABS in 2023, which rely on 2022 statistics. Looking at upcoming demographic patterns, a major rise in headcount is anticipated, placing the locality in the top national quartile. The area is projected to add 4,230 residents by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP statistics, which represents a rise of 27.6% over the 16 years.

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

On average, Casuarina - Wandi has registered approximately 354 new residential approvals annually, amounting to 1,771 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 528 approvals recorded. An average of 2.7 people per year moved into the locality for every new residence built during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, indicating strong demand that supports real estate values. These new dwellings carry an average construction value of $236,000, which sits below the regional average and points to more economical housing alternatives for buyers. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $2.7 million during this financial year, which highlights that the locality is predominantly residential.

When contrasted with Greater Perth, construction activity per capita in Casuarina - Wandi is 142.0% higher, offering more options for prospective buyers. This level is also much higher than the national figure, pointing to strong confidence among developers in this market. Additionally, recent residential construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area and appealing to buyers looking for space. With approximately 34 people per approval, Casuarina - Wandi displays the characteristics of a developing area.

Long-term forecasts indicate that Casuarina - Wandi will gain 3,848 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If the current pace of development persists, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population increases that outpace current forecasts.

Casuarina - Wandi has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are key factors in an area's trajectory. A total of 21 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having an influence on the locality. Notable examples include Stage 3 of the Southern Suburbs District Structure Plan, the Anketell South Local Structure Plan, Bertram Square Local Centre, and Amore Bertram, with key details of the most significant projects listed below.

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Employment performance in Casuarina - Wandi has been broadly consistent with national averages

Casuarina - Wandi has a qualified labor force with solid representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.5%. As of March 2026, there are 6,491 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 0.7% below the Greater Perth level of 4.2%. However, participation in the workforce is lower at 62.0% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth. According to Census data, a modest 8.2% of the population worked from home, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

The primary sectors employing residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in manufacturing, where employment is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, employing only 4.7% of the Casuarina - Wandi workforce compared to 6.8% in Greater Perth. Because of its residential focus, the locality appears to provide sparse local job opportunities, as shown by the difference between the Census working population and the resident population.

Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw the labor force shrink by 0.9% and total employment drop by 1.2%, which caused the unemployment rate to climb by 0.3 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded a 2.0% rise in employment and a 2.5% expansion of the labor force, with the unemployment rate rising by 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional perspective on future demand in Casuarina - Wandi. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these sectoral trends to the local employment mix suggests Casuarina - Wandi employment will rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

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

Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $60,312 and an average taxpayer income of $69,560. This sits slightly above the national average, contrasting with Greater Perth where the median is $60,748 and the average is $80,248. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $66,904 for the median and $77,163 for the average as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 indicates that family, household, and personal incomes in Casuarina - Wandi are high, placing in the 82nd to 82nd percentiles nationally. The largest income cohort comprises 43.3% of local taxpayers (6,031 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which aligns with regional patterns where 32.0% fall into the same bracket. Financial strength is evident as 30.3% of households record high weekly earnings above $3,000, which helps drive consumer spending. High housing costs account for 16.2% of income, but strong earnings keep disposable income in the 81st percentile, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 6th decile.

Casuarina - Wandi is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

According to the latest Census, residential structures in Casuarina - Wandi consisted of 98.5% houses and 1.6% other options (such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative housing types), compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other options. The level of home ownership in Casuarina - Wandi stood at 17.2%, below the Perth metro average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (65.3%) or rented (17.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Perth metro average of $1,907 at $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the Perth metro average of $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Casuarina - Wandi exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.

Casuarina - Wandi features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households in the area at 82.9%, consisting of couples with children at 45.7%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single parent households at 10.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.1%, with single-person households representing 14.4% and group households comprising 2.8%. The average household size is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Casuarina - Wandi exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Educational attainment levels in Casuarina - Wandi are below regional averages, with 22.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests room for academic growth and training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 35.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (25.9%).

Enrolment in education is high, with 38.4% of the population currently undertaking formal studies. This group is made up of 13.6% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, and 5.6% attending tertiary institutions.

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

An analysis of public transport shows that there are 17 active passenger stops within Casuarina - Wandi, which are serviced by bus networks. These stops accommodate 1 distinct routes that run 439 weekly passenger journeys. Public transport accessibility is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 940 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the residential profile of the area, most workers commute outside the suburb, with cars being the main transport mode at 83% and trains at 11%. Dwellings average 1.9 vehicles, which is above the regional average. A relatively low 8.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 62 trips per day, which translates to roughly 25 weekly trips for each stop.

Casuarina - Wandi's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health indicators show positive outcomes in Casuarina - Wandi, based on mortality statistics and the incidence of chronic illnesses, with a low rate of common health issues across all demographics. The share of residents with private health insurance is slightly ahead of the average SA2 region at approximately 54% of the population (~7,507 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most prevalent medical issues reported in the locality are mental health concerns and asthma, which affect 7.3% and 6.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 77.5% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. The working-age cohort is healthy with low rates of illness. Seniors aged 65 and older make up 8.0% of the population (1,111 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 16.1%. The health status of these older residents is strong, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.

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

Casuarina - Wandi shows higher levels of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 20.8% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 32.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.1% of residents. The most distinct divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 2.3% of the population compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestral cohorts in Casuarina - Wandi are English at 27.5%, Australian at 22.8%, and Other at 10.8%. There are also distinct differences in other groups: South Australian ancestry is overrepresented at 1.8% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), Dutch ancestry is at 2.1% (compared to 1.5%), and Maori ancestry is at 1.6% (compared to 0.9%).

Casuarina - Wandi hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Casuarina - Wandi is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, the area has a larger proportion of residents aged 35 - 44 (20.0%) but fewer aged 75 - 84 (2.0%). The proportion of 35 - 44 year-olds is higher than the national rate of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 17.8% to 20.0% of the population, and the 5 to 14 cohort grew from 11.7% to 12.7%. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 age bracket fell from 23.1% to 19.9% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 9.1% to 7.2%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow the fastest at 58%, adding 958 people to reach a total of 2,615.