Area profile · Greater Perth
City Beach has an estimated 7,445 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in City Beach.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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City Beach Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 9.6 kilometres west-northwest from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 7,445 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 640 people (9.4%) since the 2021 Census count of 6,805 people. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,443 as of June 2025 and 5 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. Its population profile includes notable shares of people aged 15 to 24 and elderly residents, and population growth has been moderate.
In WA, Australia, City Beach is known for white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, parks and reserves, alongside swimming, surfing, sunbathing, beachside cafes and restaurants. The setting offers a relaxed atmosphere for residents and visitors, with opportunities for family outings and picnics. Natural scenery and modern amenities contribute to its appeal.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
City Beach Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 9.6 kilometres west-northwest from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is around 7,445 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 640 people (9.4%) since the 2021 Census count of 6,805 people. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,443 as of June 2025 and 5 Validated New Addresses since the Census date. Its population profile includes notable shares of people aged 15 to 24 and elderly residents, and population growth has been moderate.
In WA, Australia, City Beach is known for white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, parks and reserves, alongside swimming, surfing, sunbathing, beachside cafes and restaurants. The setting offers a relaxed atmosphere for residents and visitors, with opportunities for family outings and picnics. Natural scenery and modern amenities contribute to its appeal.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,704 in 2001 and 7,443 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,445 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 17.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 48.2%.
City Beach ranks in the 94th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 93rd for income.
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 City Beach is $1,388 a week, up 12.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 92% above Greater Perth.
92% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,388 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +12.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cottesloe - Claremont | $884 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cottesloe - Claremont, over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - Inner | $724 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 - Inner, over 12 months | +4.0% | 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 7 tracked applications: 3 approved, 3 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in City Beach and 87 more in the surrounding area.
Town of Cambridge feasibility and needs assessment for potential future development and upgrades to the Bold Park Aquatic Centre and…
Proposed multi-tower residential and commercial redevelopment by Blackburne, featuring 247 luxury apartments, a supermarket, food and…
The Bold Park Management Plan 2022-2027, published by the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, guides upgrades to community facilities…
The proposal includes three buildings for 55 apartments with sustainability features and amenities, targeting a 7.5-star NatHERS rating.
Upgrade of three car parks along the City Beach foreshore (C305, C307, and C308) featuring red asphalt surfacing, improved drainage, kerb…
Boutique collection of 18 luxury four-bedroom terrace homes designed by RAD Architecture for INGWE Capital.
Luxury absolute beachfront development of 21 oversized 3-4 bedroom apartments in a 12-storey building designed by DKO Architecture.
The Floreat Activity Centre is a major mixed-use urban renewal precinct centred on the Floreat Forum shopping centre, approximately 7km…
Conversion of existing overhead distribution powerlines to underground infrastructure in Doubleview as part of the Network Renewal…
City of Stirling feasibility study and preliminary 15 percent design for an iconic ~4.5km coastal boardwalk linking Scarborough Beach to…
Approved 17-storey beachfront residential tower by Property Blue at 291-293 West Coast Highway, delivering 76 luxury apartments with…
A prestigious seafront development of 76 luxury apartments on a 3,572sqm site overlooking the Indian Ocean in Scarborough, featuring a…
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Estimated completion year of the 49 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 16, 2027 14, 2028 9, 2029 5, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 7 substantial development applications lodged in and around City Beach over the period covered (about 2.2 years), 4 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2024 (part year) 2, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.2 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 31 | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.2 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.2 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the City Beach SA2 include: Bold Park Aquatic Centre Redevelopment (Planning); Bold Park Community Facilities Upgrade (Planning); City Beach Car Park Upgrades (Construction); Amara City Beach (Completed); and Floreat Beach Masterplan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the City Beach SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the City Beach SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 13th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within City Beach when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the City Beach SA2 area has seen 96 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The City Beach SA2's current population of 7,445 has been supported by 31 approvals on average over recent years.
The City Beach SA2 has seen 4.3 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 198 people in the City Beach SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the City Beach SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 31, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the City Beach SA2 has grown by approximately 405 people, while 155 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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in City Beach reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,445 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 759 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,805 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 640 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.81 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the City Beach SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,445 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,443 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The city beach sa2 has added approximately 640 people and shown a 9.40% increase from the 6,805 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the City Beach SA2 is estimated at 759 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the City Beach SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the City Beach SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (99.3%), Interstate migration (0.7%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 99.3% of overall population gains.
City Beach hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 84th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 43.1% | 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 | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the City Beach SA2 at 46 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 46 years as at August 2026, City Beach is 9 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 8 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the City Beach SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 17.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the City Beach SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the City Beach SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (6.5% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (7.7% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 25-34 year-olds (7.0% vs 15.8%) and 0-4 year-olds (2.6% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the City Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.1% of the population in the City Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $86,343 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $179,888 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,700 | 2021 Census, weekly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,228 | 2021 Census, weekly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 57.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $4,592 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the City Beach SA2 is approximately $92,422. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $86,343.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the City Beach SA2 is approximately $192,552. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $179,888.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the City Beach SA2 is approximately $92,422 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $86,343 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the City Beach SA2 is approximately $192,552 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $179,888 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the City Beach SA2's households (~48.2% / 1,113 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the City Beach SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 48.2% 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 City Beach SA2 is $3,700/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the City Beach SA2 is $4,592/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the City Beach SA2 is $1,228/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the City Beach SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $86,343 with the average level standing at $179,888. This is among the top percentile nationally and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $92,422 (median) and $192,552 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the City Beach SA2 is $14,272 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The city beach sa2's disposable income is $14,272 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees City Beach performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,833 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,285 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,892 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the City Beach SA2 has approximately 3,833 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the City Beach SA2 stands at 1.5%, which is 2.7 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 City Beach SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.5% of employment), professional & technical (16.0%), and education & training (10.5%). Other significant employers include mining and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the City Beach SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the City Beach SA2 is 61.6%, 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 city beach sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.0% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The city beach sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in City Beach places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 55.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 12.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
55.2% of people aged 15 and over in the City Beach SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
27.5% of people aged 15 and over in the City Beach SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The city beach sa2 ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the City Beach SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (35.4%), Postgraduate (14.9%), Advanced Diploma (9.4%).
33.0% of the population in the City Beach SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 12.3% in secondary school, 8.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the City Beach SA2 is 1151, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the City Beach SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 792 students.
The city beach sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 combined school.
City Beach features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 43.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,309 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,526 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.4% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the City Beach SA2 had 2,309 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.4% to an estimated 2,526 households today.
The average household size in the City Beach SA2 is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.8%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 1,856 family households, couples with children account for 43.2% of all households, couples without children at home 30.5%, and single parent families 6.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the City Beach SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.4% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.8% 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 City Beach SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 60.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 17.8% of all households in the City Beach 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 1.5% 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 City Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 69.1% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
City Beach was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 13.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 30.9% born overseas.
The main religion in City Beach was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.5% of people in City Beach. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.6% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in City Beach are English, comprising 29.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of City Beach (vs 1.0% across Greater Perth), Croatian at 1.1% (vs 0.8%) and Macedonian at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
30.9% of the City Beach SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
13.2% of the population in the City Beach SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.2% of the City Beach SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
90.5% of the City Beach SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
City Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 53.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 87.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $4,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $750 | 2021 Census, weekly | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the City Beach SA2, 53.9% of homes are owned outright, 34.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 87.6% of dwellings in the City Beach SA2 are houses.
In the City Beach SA2, 7.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the City Beach SA2 stands at 53.9%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the City Beach SA2 is $4,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the City Beach SA2 is $1,761, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the City Beach SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the City Beach SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the City Beach SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.9% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.3% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the City Beach SA2 consists of 87.6% detached houses, 5.3% semi-detached dwellings, 7.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in City Beach consumes approximately 11.0% of median household income ($16,021 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in City Beach show attached dwellings contributing 58% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 42% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
City Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics 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 | 89.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 99th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 84.5% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
Around 89.6% of people in the City Beach SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the City Beach SA2, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.3% of people in the City Beach SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.3% of the City Beach SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.5% of people in the City Beach SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the City Beach SA2, 89.6% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 55 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 55th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 53 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,061 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 140 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | 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 | 17.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 53 public transport stops within the City Beach SA2.
The City Beach SA2 has 1,061 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 151 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 197 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 598 m away and the nearest school 601 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 53 stops nearby, 1,061 weekly trips, access rating 55 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 598 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 601 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 875 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 877 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 882 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 995 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within City Beach when compared nationally.
City Beach has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in City Beach is $1,388 a week, +12.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in City Beach reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
City Beach hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 7% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees City Beach performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Educational achievement in City Beach places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
City Beach features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in City Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
City Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
City Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
City Beach has an estimated 7,445 residents, up 9.4% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in City Beach.
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 City Beach.
Data currency
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 (503011030). 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 City Beach 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 City Beach 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.
