Como
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Como's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 16,027. This figure represents an increase of 1,452 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 14,575. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 15,941, with an additional 176 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this increase. This results in a population density ratio of 2,508 persons per square kilometer, placing Como in the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 10.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeds the national average of 8.6%, indicating significant growth compared to other regions. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 97.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch employs the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on current demographic trends, Como is projected to experience above median population growth nationally. By 2041, the area's population is expected to grow by 2,955 persons, representing a total gain of 17.9% over the seventeen-year period.

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

Como has seen around 87 new homes approved each year. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, totalling 436 approvals across the past five financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, with three recorded so far in FY-26. On average, 2.4 people have moved to the area per new home constructed over the past five financial years, indicating healthy demand that should support property values. New homes are being built at an average value of $640,000, demonstrating a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

There have also been $14.9 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Relative to Greater Perth, Como records 10.0% less building activity per person while it places among the 62nd percentile of areas assessed nationally. Recent construction comprises 36.0% standalone homes and 64.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 267 people per dwelling approval, Como shows a developing market with population forecasts indicating a gain of 2,869 residents through to 2041.

Construction is maintaining a reasonable pace with projected growth, although buyers could encounter growing competition as population increases.

Como has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eleven projects likely influencing the region. Notable projects include Modele Residences, Coterie, Chapel Hill Stage 1 The Promontory, and Henley Rise. The following details projects expected to have the most relevance.

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Como ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Como has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate is 2.4%, and there was an estimated employment growth of 2.9% over the past year as of June 2025.

In this month, 9,891 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.5% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was similar to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. Como has a particular specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level.

In contrast, construction employs only 6.4% of local workers compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.9% while labour force increased by 2.9%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 3.7%, labour force growth of 3.8%, and an increase in unemployment of 0.1 percentage points during the same period. State-level data to Sep-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.82% (losing 14,590 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.5%, but lags behind the national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that while national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Como's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years. However, it is important to note that this extrapolation does not take into account localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2022 shows that Como has one of the highest incomes nationally. The median income is $66,238 and the average income is $94,312. In comparison, Greater Perth had a median income of $58,380 and an average income of $78,020 in the same period. Considering an 11.61% growth in wages since financial year ending June 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 would be approximately $73,928 (median) and $105,262 (average). According to Census 2021 data, personal income ranks at the 79th percentile ($1,010 weekly), while household income is at the 53rd percentile. Income distribution shows that 30.0% of residents (4,808 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the surrounding region where this group represents 32.0%. Residents spend 15.9% of their income on housing costs, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 54th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places 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, houses accounted for 33.2% of dwellings while other types made up 66.8%, according to the latest Census. This contrasts with Perth metro's dwelling structure of 49.3% houses and 50.7% others. Home ownership in Como stood at 28.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.1% and rented ones at 42.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,048, lower than Perth metro's $2,200. The median weekly rent was $352 compared to Perth metro's $360. Nationally, Como's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, but rents were lower at $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 make up 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 2.2.

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

Educational attainment in Como is notably higher than broader benchmarks. 49.0% of residents aged 15 and above hold university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in Western Australia (WA) and 29.9% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 32.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 11.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational pathways account for 24.1% of qualifications among those aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 13.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.4% in tertiary education, 6.5% in primary education, and 5.5% pursuing secondary education. There are six schools operating within Como, educating approximately 2,781 students. The school mix consists of three primary schools, two secondary schools, and one K-12 school. Schools with 'n/a' for enrolments should be referred to their parent campus. Como demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement, with an ICSEA score of 1109.

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

Transport analysis shows 103 active transport stops operating within Como. These include a mix of train and bus services. They are served by 23 individual routes.

Together, these routes provide 6,127 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent. Residents typically live 135 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 875 trips per day across all routes. This equates to approximately 59 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Como is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Como shows above-average health outcomes. Both younger and older age groups have low prevalence rates for common health conditions.

Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 68% of the total population (10,930 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%. Mental health issues are the most common medical condition in the area, affecting 8.5% of residents. Arthritis affects 6.7%, while 71.9% report no medical ailments, slightly lower than the Greater Perth average of 72.6%. The area has a high proportion of seniors, with 20.0% aged 65 and over (3,200 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, similar to those of the general population.

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 have more cultural diversity than most local markets, with 22.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 36.3% born overseas. The predominant religion in Como is Christianity, making up 44.6% of the population. Notably, Buddhism appears overrepresented in Como at 3.2%, compared to 3.4% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (26.7%), Australian (21.1%), and Other (11.8%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: South African is similarly represented at 0.8% in Como and regionally, French also shows similar representation at 0.7%, and Welsh is equally represented at 0.7%.

Como's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Como was close to Greater Perth's average of 37 years old as of 2021, similar to Australia's median age of 38 years old. Compared to Greater Perth, Como had a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.9%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (8.6%). 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 declined from 10.4% to 9.5%. By 2041, Como's population is projected to see significant shifts in age composition. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 80%, reaching 1,944 people from 1,081. Those aged 65 and above are projected to comprise 57% of the total population growth. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for those aged 5-14 and 35-44.