Cloverdale

Population growth drivers in Cloverdale are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

AreaSearch indicates that Cloverdale has a population of approximately 10,159 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,295 residents (14.6%) from the 8,864 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,126 alongside 97 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 2,558 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top fourth of all nationwide areas analyzed by AreaSearch. This 14.6% expansion rate since 2021 tracking ahead of the national benchmark of 9.3% highlights the suburb as a regional growth leader. The primary catalyst for this growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 77.6% of the overall population gains in recent times.

For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates projections released by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as their baseline. For locations lacking this specific dataset, or to project changes beyond 2032, growth rates per age group are sourced from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023 from 2022 figures. Future trends suggest population expansion will track above the national median, with Cloverdale projected to add 1,965 people by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 19.0% over the 16-year timeframe.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Cloverdale among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Residential approvals in Cloverdale average approximately 57 new dwellings annually, with 288 approvals recorded over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 69 registered during FY-26 so far. With an average of 3.7 new residents added for every completed home over the FY-21 to FY-25 period, demand is outpacing supply, creating stronger buyer competition and upward pricing pressure, while new builds average a construction cost of $243,000, consistent with the wider region. Furthermore, commercial building approvals total $1.9 million for the current financial year, representing very low levels of commercial construction activity.

Per capita development activity in Cloverdale aligns closely with the levels observed in Greater Perth, mirroring wider regional trends and supporting market stability. Detached houses account for 64.0% of the new residential construction, with the remaining 36.0% consisting of townhouses or apartments, which provides a growing selection of medium-density choices that span various price levels from traditional single-family residences to cheaper, compact choices. The suburb registers roughly 184 residents for each approved dwelling, pointing to a growing real estate market.

Long-term forecasts suggest that Cloverdale will see an influx of 1,932 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Construction rates currently match these growth forecasts, though buyers might face increased competition for properties as the local population expands.

Cloverdale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Developments in public infrastructure, town planning initiatives, and major construction projects represent key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Redcliffe Station Precinct Development, the Abernethy Sporting Precinct Upgrade, the Forrestfield/High Wycombe Industrial Area, and the Centenary Park Sports Lighting Upgrade, with the most significant projects detailed in the following list.

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Cloverdale has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Cloverdale is characterized by a workforce with strong representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, registering an unemployment rate of 5.7% and a 1.8% rise in employment over the preceding year. Workplaces employ 5,633 local residents as of March 2026, though unemployment sits 1.5% higher than the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%, and labor force participation is generally comparable to the metropolitan figure of 70.2%. Census records show that a minor 4.9% of the workforce performed their roles from home, a figure that may have been influenced by past pandemic containment measures.

Resident jobs are heavily concentrated in the fields of healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation and food services. Accommodation and food services show a high density of workers, measuring at 1.4 times the regional representation. Conversely, education and training remains underrepresented, accounting for only 6.1% of employment compared to 9.2% across the wider region. The census comparison between local jobs and resident workers suggests this suburb is mostly residential with limited local employment opportunities.

Analysis conducted by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data indicates that over the 12 months to March 2026, employment rose by 1.8% and the labour force grew by 2.0%, which resulted in the unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. This trend differs from Greater Perth, where employment increased by 2.0%, the labour force expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment climbed by 0.4 percentage points. The national employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context for anticipating future demand in Cloverdale. These forecasts span five and ten-year horizons and have been overlaid onto the local employment structure to project growth trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Cloverdale's employment composition, local employment is projected to rise by 6.1% over five years and by 12.9% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

Tax data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that Cloverdale SA2 residents earn less than the national average. Taxpayers in Cloverdale SA2 record a median income of $57,360 and an average income of $62,579, compared to the Greater Perth benchmarks of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Applying the 10.93% Wage Price Index growth since the 2023 financial year suggests March 2026 incomes would sit around $63,629 for the median and $69,419 for the average. Census data places Cloverdale's personal, family, and household incomes in a modest range between the 36th and 51st percentiles. The most common weekly household income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 33.8% of households (3,433 residents), which aligns with the regional distribution of 32.0% in this range. Affordability constraints are significant, with households retaining just 81.5% of their income, which ranks in the 34th percentile.

Cloverdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

At the time of the last Census, the housing mix in Cloverdale consisted of 74.1% separate houses and 25.8% multi-unit properties (apartments, townhouses, and other dwellings), which compares to the Perth metropolitan distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. The home ownership rate of 22.6% in Cloverdale was lower than the metropolitan average, with remaining properties being rented (45.0%) or paid off via a mortgage (32.5%). The area's median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 sat below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while median weekly rent was $340 compared to the metropolitan average of $350. Nationally, Cloverdale's housing costs are below the Australian averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rent.

Cloverdale features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 63.6%, consisting of 26.2% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 12.5% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.4%, with single-person households representing 30.4% and group living situations at 6.0%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Cloverdale aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational profiles present challenges for the area, as the university attainment rate of 26.3% is lower than the SA3 average of 36.6%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted education programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.0%, followed by post-graduate degrees at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Practical and vocational qualifications are common, with 36.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade certifications, split between advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 24.3%.

Enrolment rates in education are high, with 30.6% of residents currently undertaking study. Within this group, primary school pupils account for 9.4%, secondary school students comprise 6.9%, and tertiary students make up 6.3%.

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

Public transport services in Cloverdale include 64 active bus stops. These locations are served by 15 separate bus routes that combine to run 2,912 passenger trips every week. Access to transport is high, with the average resident living within 161 meters of a stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel out of the area, with 82% driving a car and 8% riding a bus. Average motor vehicle ownership sits at 1.3 cars per home, below the metropolitan average. A relatively low 4.9% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic restrictions at that time.

Across all active transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 416 daily trips, which represents roughly 45 weekly services for each individual transit stop.

Cloverdale's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of medical conditions and mortality rates shows that Cloverdale residents generally experience positive health outcomes that align with national averages. While common medical issues are infrequent among the wider population, they are more prevalent among older, vulnerable cohorts, and the rate of private health insurance is low at roughly 50% of residents (~5,120 people) compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 6.8% and 7.4% of the population. However, 73.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Residents under the age of 65 experience better health than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and older represent 13.5% of the population (1,368 people), lower than the 16.1% share in Greater Perth. Health outcomes for these older residents present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the younger demographics.

Cloverdale is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Cloverdale is characterized by high levels of cultural diversity, with 46.1% of the population born overseas and 36.3% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.8% of the community. The most distinct religious variance is seen in Islam, which is followed by 8.7% of residents, representing a significantly higher proportion than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.

In terms of parental birthplace, the largest groups represented in Cloverdale are English at 21.8% (below the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 18.1%, and Other ancestries at 17.8% (above the regional average of 11.2%). Significant differences are also visible in other ethnicities, with Filipino residents representing 4.5% of the population (compared to 1.4% regionally), Maori at 1.4% (compared to 0.9% regionally), and Sri Lankan at 0.5% (compared to 0.2% regionally).

Cloverdale hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age of Cloverdale residents is 34 years, which is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Cloverdale features a larger proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (21.2%) than Greater Perth, but a lower proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (10.5%). The concentration of young adults in the 25 - 34 bracket is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, this cohort has grown from 20.0% to 21.2% of the population, while the 15 to 24 age bracket fell from 13.2% to 12.1%. Long-term forecasts to 2041 suggest changing demographics, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 30% to reach 1,459 residents (an increase of 338 people), while the 5 to 14 cohort is expected to grow by only 1% (12 people).