Como

Como has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Como's population was approximately 16,265 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 1,690 people, a rise of 11.6%, since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 14,575. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 16,221 in June 2025 and an additional 184 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,545 persons per square kilometer, placing Como in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 11.6% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.3%, indicating Como as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 97.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth for the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. With current demographic trends, an above median population growth is projected for Australian statistical areas. Como is expected to expand by 2,657 persons to reach a total of 18,922 by 2041, reflecting an increase of 16.1% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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

Como has recorded approximately 87 residential properties granted approval each year over the past five financial years, totalling 436 homes. In Financial Year 2026 so far, 140 approvals have been recorded. On average, each dwelling built over these five years (between FY-21 and FY-25) has led to an increase of 2.4 new residents per year, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $350,000, slightly above the regional average.

This financial year has seen $14.9 million in commercial approvals, indicating steady investment activity in the area. Compared to Greater Perth, Como shows 11.0% lower construction activity per person but ranks among the 62nd percentile of areas assessed nationally. New building activity consists of approximately 36.0% detached houses and 64.0% townhouses or apartments, promoting higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. The location currently has around 267 people per dwelling approval, suggesting potential for growth.

Population forecasts indicate that Como will gain approximately 2,613 residents by the year 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Construction activity is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected population growth; however, buyers may face increasing competition as the population continues to rise.

Como has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects are Coterie, Chapel Hill Stage 1, The Promontory, Henley Rise, and Como Central. Below is a list of these projects, which are expected to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Como demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Como has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services, an unemployment rate of 2.5%, and estimated employment growth of 1.6% over the past year. As of December 2025, 9,817 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Como is broadly similar to Greater Perth's 69.7%.

According to Census responses, only 10.1% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training sectors. The area has a particularly strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. However, construction is under-represented at 6.4% compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 1.6% while labour force grew by 1.8%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.3% and labour force growth of 2.6%, with an unemployment rate increase of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Como's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

Como SA2 had median assessed income of $68,350 during financial year 2023. Average income was $97,685 in the same period. Greater Perth's figures for median and average income were $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. By March 2026, estimated median income would be approximately $75,821 and average income around $108,362 based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranked at the 79th percentile ($1,010 weekly) and household income at the 53rd percentile. Income distribution showed that 30.0% of residents (4,879 people) fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to metropolitan regions where 32.0% occupied this bracket. High housing costs consumed 15.9% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 54th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 8th decile.

Como displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Como, as per the latest Census evaluation, 33.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 66.8% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This differs from Perth metro's distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Como stood at 28.7%, similar to Perth metro's level. Dwellings were either mortgaged (29.1%) or rented (42.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,048, higher than the Perth metro average of $1,907. The median weekly rent in Como was $352, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Como's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $352 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 57.8% of all households, including 20.3% couples with children, 27.9% couples without children, and 7.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 42.2%, with lone person households at 36.1% and group households comprising 6.1%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Como shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Como's residents aged 15+ have a higher educational attainment than broader benchmarks. 49.0% hold university qualifications compared to 27.9% in WA and 29.9% in SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (11.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational pathways account for 24.1% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 13.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.1% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes tertiary education (10.4%), primary education (6.5%), and secondary education (5.5%).

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

Como has 103 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 22 individual routes, collectively facilitating 6,124 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 135 meters from the nearest stop. Como is primarily residential, with most residents commuting outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 76%, followed by buses at 12% and trains at 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 10.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 874 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 59 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Como's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Como residents show positive health outcomes according to data analysis by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and health conditions align with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are seen across all age groups.

Private health cover is exceptionally high at 70% of Como's total population (11,336 people), compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues affect 8.5% of residents, while arthritis impacts 6.7%. 71.9% report no medical ailments, similar to Greater Perth's 71.9%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Como has 19.4% seniors (3,158 people), higher than Greater Perth's 16.1%. Senior health outcomes rank above average nationally.

Como was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Como was found to be more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 22.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 36.3% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Como, comprising 44.6%. Buddhism is overrepresented in Como at 3.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 2.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (26.7%), Australian (21.1%), and Other (11.8%). South Australian (0.8% vs regional 1.0%), French (0.7% vs 0.5%), and Polish (0.9% vs 0.7%) ethnicities show notable divergences in representation compared to Greater Perth.

Como's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Como is 38 years, closely matching Greater Perth's average of 37 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Como has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (19.3%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.3%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the proportion of residents aged 75-84 grew from 5.7% to 6.8%, while the proportion of those aged 55-64 decreased from 10.4% to 9.2%. By 2041, Como's age composition is projected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 75-84 is expected to grow by 69% (758 people), reaching 1,858 from 1,099. Those aged 65 and above are projected to comprise 54% of the population growth. Conversely, declines in population are projected for those aged 5-14 and 35-44.