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Casuarina - Wandi has an estimated 15,098 residents, up 66.2% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Casuarina - Wandi.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 30 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the Casuarina - Wandi Statistical Area (Lv2) had an estimated population of 15,098 as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 6,014 people (66.2%) since the 2021 Census, when 9,084 people were recorded. The estimate reflects an ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,547 as of June 2025, together with 1,910 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. Population growth and development activity are well above average, and the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Its profile also features strong mortgage holder representation, above-average median household income, a notable 35 to 44yo presence, and an elevated 25 to 34yo demographic. Detached housing leads, while children, young adults and the working-age population form a substantial share of residents, with family households and couples with children prominent.
Casuarina - Wandi combines a largely residential setting with a family-oriented population and a strong growth profile.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 30 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the Casuarina - Wandi Statistical Area (Lv2) had an estimated population of 15,098 as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 6,014 people (66.2%) since the 2021 Census, when 9,084 people were recorded. The estimate reflects an ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,547 as of June 2025, together with 1,910 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. Population growth and development activity are well above average, and the area ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth. Its profile also features strong mortgage holder representation, above-average median household income, a notable 35 to 44yo presence, and an elevated 25 to 34yo demographic. Detached housing leads, while children, young adults and the working-age population form a substantial share of residents, with family households and couples with children prominent.
Casuarina - Wandi combines a largely residential setting with a family-oriented population and a strong growth profile.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,908 in 2001 and 13,547 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 15,098 (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, 21.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 43.3%.
Casuarina - Wandi ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for development activity and the 95th for population growth.
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 Casuarina - Wandi is $811 a week, up 5.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 12% above Greater Perth.
12% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $811 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Kwinana | $650 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kwinana, over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 5 tracked applications: 5 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Casuarina - Wandi (1 under construction) and 122 more in the surrounding area.
A residential masterplanned development delivering approximately 400 energy-efficient dwellings in Anketell utilising NXT TEC's proprietary prefabricated building assembly technology. The project aims to accelerate housing delivery in Perth's southern growth corridor while reducing construction waste and timelines.
Wellard Glen Private Estate is a master-planned residential community delivering staged releases of residential homesites integrated with landscaped public open spaces and parklands. The development provides convenient connectivity to Wellard Station, Kwinana Freeway, and local educational amenities.
Sunrise Primary School (formerly known by the planning name Wellard East Primary School) opened in February 2026 to provide enrolment relief for Wellard Primary School.
A major residential master-planned development under the Part 11B Significant Development Pathway proposing 161 grouped dwellings (townhouses) ranging from 1-bedroom units to 4-bedroom homes with ancillary dwellings across a 4.84-hectare site.
Wellard Green is a 146-lot residential land estate by Wolfdene in partnership with Blueways Group. Located adjacent to the Wellard Bulrush Nature Reserve and close to Wellard Train Station, the estate is being delivered in staged releases with civil works underway and Stage 1 sold out.
The Wedge at Wellard is a 117-lot boutique residential master-planned estate situated in Wellard North. Developed by Monument and M/Group, the community is bordered by natural bushland reserves and features dedicated parklands, a modern playground, and an integrated childcare facility.
Expansion of Aubin Grove Primary School in the southern Perth corridor to accommodate growing enrolment, which reached over 1,080 students. Works include additional classrooms and facilities upgrades delivered by the WA Department of Education.
Integrated education and residential precinct in Kwinana combining educational facilities with housing development. Future residential estate of approximately 150 homes across 6.2 hectares within walking distance from Kwinana Town Centre.
Planned refurbishment and modest expansion of the Parmelia Community Centre to improve accessibility, modernise the existing facility and provide additional flexible community spaces for local programs and events. The project remains listed within the City of Kwinana capital works program with planning activities underway.
Metropolitan Region Scheme complex amendment covering land bounded by Lyon Road, Rowley Road, and Beenyup Road in Banjup for rezoning from Rural to Urban and Urban Deferred to allow future residential subdivision and urban precinct expansion.
Neighbourhood retail and mixed-use centre serving Bertram and the surrounding Kwinana community. Bertram Central opened in 2015 on the corner of Champion Drive and Hero Crescent, Bertram, and includes an IGA supermarket, medical centre, pharmacy, gymnasium, liquor store and specialty retail across three buildings totalling around 9,196 square metres.
Comprehensive redevelopment of the Kwinana Recquatic Centre featuring a new warm water program pool, hydrotherapy pool, family leisure pool with water play, and modernised health and fitness facilities. The project is funded through the City of Kwinana and federal support, with planning and design progressing toward construction phases.
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Estimated completion year of the 71 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 18, 2027 11, 2028 22, 2029 8, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 18 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 5 substantial development applications lodged in and around Casuarina - Wandi over the period covered (about 2.4 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2024 (part year) 1, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 1.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 33.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 363 | ABS building approvals | 96th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 include: Bertram Place Plan 2026 (Approved); 21-31 Johnson Road Grouped Dwellings Development (Under Assessment); Amore Bertram (Completed); Wellard Green (Construction); and The Wedge at Wellard (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Education & Training, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 24th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Casuarina - Wandi higher than 98% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 area has seen 1,004 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Casuarina - Wandi SA2's current population of 15,098 has been supported by 363 approvals on average over recent years.
The Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has seen 33.9 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 26 people in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Casuarina - Wandi SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 363, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has grown by approximately 4,778 people, while 1,813 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Casuarina - Wandi lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,098 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +66.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 350 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 39th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +9.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +9.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,084 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 6,014 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +9.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +9.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 43.09 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 was estimated to be approximately 15,098 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,547 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The casuarina - wandi sa2 has added approximately 6,014 people and shown a 66.20% increase from the 9,084 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is estimated at 350 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 9.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (70.1%), Natural increase (15.4%), Overseas migration (14.5%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 70.1% of overall population gains.
Casuarina - Wandi hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 8% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 8th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 61.2% | 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 | 32 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 21.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 20.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 at 32 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 32 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Casuarina - Wandi is 5 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 21.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 1.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (21.8% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.6% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.8% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.6% of the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 7.7% of the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,386 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,872 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,286 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,046 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 30.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,417 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 9.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is approximately $67,848. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $63,386.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is approximately $79,073. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,872.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is approximately $67,848 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,386 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is approximately $79,073 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,872 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Casuarina - Wandi SA2's households (~43.3% / 1,152 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 43.3% 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 Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $2,286/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $2,417/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $1,046/wk.
The Casuarina - Wandi SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $63,386 and an average of $73,872 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is slightly above average nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $67,848 (median) and $79,073 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $8,297 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The casuarina - wandi sa2's disposable income is $8,297 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Casuarina - Wandi has been broadly consistent with national averages.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,900 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 13,470 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,133 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has approximately 6,900 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 stands at 3.3%, which is 1.0 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.2% of employment), construction (11.1%), and retail trade (8.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and mining.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Casuarina - Wandi 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 Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is 61.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The casuarina - wandi sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 7.3% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The casuarina - wandi sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to 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 Casuarina - Wandi 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 | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 22.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 38.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
22.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
42.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The casuarina - wandi sa2 ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 are: Certificate (25.9%), Bachelor Degree (16.4%), Advanced Diploma (9.6%).
38.4% of the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.6% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, 5.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is 1051, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 652 students.
The casuarina - wandi sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Casuarina - Wandi features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.7% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,660 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,421 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 82.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 had 2,660 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 66.2% to an estimated 4,421 households today.
The average household size in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 82.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (14.4%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,205 family households, couples with children account for 45.7% of all households, couples without children at home 26.4%, and single parent families 10.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 82.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 14.4% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 have an average of 1.5 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 41.1% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 14.4% of all households in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, notably lower than 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 2.8% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 32.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
Casuarina - Wandi was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 20.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 32.2% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Casuarina - Wandi, at 42.1% of people, although more residents (49.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 2.3% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Casuarina - Wandi are English, comprising 27.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Casuarina - Wandi (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Dutch at 2.1% (vs 1.5%) and Maori at 1.6% (vs 0.9%).
32.2% of the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
20.8% of the population in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.1% of the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
73.1% of the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Casuarina - Wandi is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 17.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.5% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 65.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, 17.2% of homes are owned outright, 65.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 17.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.5% of dwellings in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 are houses.
In the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 stands at 17.2%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is $1,609, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.2% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 consists of 98.5% detached houses, 1.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Casuarina - Wandi consumes approximately 16.3% of median household income ($9,898 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Casuarina - Wandi show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Casuarina - Wandi's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.5% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, 2.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.5% of people in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.7% of the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the Casuarina - Wandi SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Casuarina - Wandi SA2, 54.1% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 39 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 39th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 439 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 819 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 17 public transport stops within the Casuarina - Wandi SA2.
The Casuarina - Wandi SA2 has 439 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 62 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 940 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.1 km away and the nearest GP 1.7 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 17 stops nearby, 439 weekly trips, access rating 39 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 10th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 11.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Casuarina - Wandi higher than 98% of real estate markets across the country.
Casuarina - Wandi has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 24th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Casuarina - Wandi is $811 a week, +5.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Casuarina - Wandi lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Casuarina - Wandi hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 8% of areas nationwide.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 76% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Casuarina - Wandi has been broadly consistent with national averages.
The educational profile of Casuarina - Wandi ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Casuarina - Wandi features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Casuarina - Wandi's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Casuarina - Wandi has an estimated 15,098 residents, up 66.2% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Casuarina - Wandi.
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 Casuarina - Wandi.
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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 (507031261). 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 Casuarina - Wandi 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 Casuarina - Wandi 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.
