Dalyellup
Statistical Area - sa2

Dalyellup lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Dalyellup's population is approximately 11,201 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,431 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,770. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 10,711 in June 2024 and an additional 333 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 685 persons per square kilometer. Dalyellup's growth rate of 14.6% since the 2021 census exceeds the national average of 8.6%. The primary driver for this growth is natural increase, contributing approximately 65.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for non-metropolitan areas, with Dalyellup expected to increase by 2,270 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 15.9% over the 17-year period.

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

Dalyellup has granted around 119 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 596 homes. In FY26 so far, 57 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.5 new residents arrive per new home each year between FY21 and FY25. The average dwelling value is $397,000.

Commercial development approvals in FY26 totalled $30.0 million. Dalyellup records 97.0% more building activity per person compared to the Rest of WA. New construction consists entirely of detached houses, maintaining low-density character with a focus on family homes. There are approximately 91 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate Dalyellup will gain 1,780 residents by 2041.

Current construction levels should meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potential growth exceeding current forecasts.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 19 projects that could impact this region. Notable ones include Dalyellup Village, Dalyellup Beach Estate, ALDI Dalyellup Supermarket, and Dalyellup Beach Estate - Wildwood Precinct. The following details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Dalyellup's workforce is skilled with well-represented essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.8% in June 2021.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.4%. As of June 2025, there were 6,244 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.4%, which is 0.4% below Rest of WA's rate of 3.2%. Workforce participation in Dalyellup was 70.4%, compared to Rest of WA's 59.4%. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Health care & social assistance had an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented with only 1.5% of Dalyellup's workforce compared to 9.3% in Rest of WA. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited based on Census data analysis. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 5.4%, and labour force increased by 5.3%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable at 2.4%. By comparison, Rest of WA recorded employment growth of 1.1% and labour force growth of 0.5%, with unemployment falling to 2.6%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differed significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Dalyellup's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

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 2022 shows that income in Dalyellup is extremely high nationally, with the median assessed at $62,336 and the average income standing at $80,129. This contrasts with Rest of WA's figures of a median income of $57,323 and an average income of $71,163. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $71,188 (median) and $91,507 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Dalyellup cluster around the 67th percentile nationally. The data shows that the predominant cohort spans 37.8% of locals (4,233 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, aligning with the broader area where this cohort likewise represents 31.1%. High housing costs consume 15.2% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 72nd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Dalyellup's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.8% houses and 5.3% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro WA had 88.1% houses and 11.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Dalyellup was at 17.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 53.4% and rented ones at 28.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,616. The median weekly rent in Dalyellup was $350, compared to Non-Metro WA's $300. Nationally, Dalyellup's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were also lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

Dalyellup features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 80.5% of all households, including 41.6% couples with children, 24.3% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 17.5% and group households at 2.1%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.5.

Dalyellup shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

Educational qualifications in Dalyellup trail regional benchmarks, with 20.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 30.4% Australia-wide as of the latest available data. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (33.0%). Educational participation is high, with 34.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of the latest report.

This includes 13.1% in primary education, 11.5% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education. Dalyellup's 4 schools had a combined enrollment reaching 2,286 students in the year ending 30 June 20XX, while the area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 979) with balanced educational opportunities as of that date. The educational mix includes 2 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school.

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

Transport analysis shows 34 active transport stops in Dalyellup, served by buses. There are 2 routes operating, providing a total of 274 weekly passenger trips. Residents have good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 273 meters to the nearest stop.

The service frequency is 39 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 8 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Dalyellup is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Dalyellup exhibits above-average health outcomes with a low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, older and at-risk cohorts show higher rates of these conditions.

Approximately 60% of Dalyellup's total population (6,698 people) has private health cover, which is higher than the Rest of WA's 54.1%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.6% and 8.6% of residents respectively. A total of 72.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 66.4% across Rest of WA. Dalyellup has 9.2% of its residents aged 65 and over (1,033 people), which is lower than the 17.6% in Rest of WA but requires more attention due to higher health risks associated with aging.

Dalyellup 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

Dalyellup, as per the findings, exhibited greater cultural diversity than most local markets. Specifically, 14.0% of its population spoke a language other than English at home, while 28.0% were born overseas. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in Dalyellup, with 46.3% of people adhering to it.

However, Islam showed significant overrepresentation, comprising 1.5% of the population compared to the regional average of 0.7%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English at 32.4%, Australian at 26.4%, and Scottish at 6.8%. Notably, South African ethnicity was overrepresented in Dalyellup at 2.4% (regional: 0.8%), Maori at 1.4% (regional: 1.0%), and Dutch at 1.9% (regional: 1.6%).

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

Dalyellup's median age is 34, which is younger than the Rest of WA figure at 40 and below Australia's median age of 38. The 15-24 age group makes up 14.5% of Dalyellup's population compared to the Rest of WA, while the 65-74 cohort constitutes 5.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 12.1% to 13.8%, and the 55 to 64 cohort has risen from 9.8% to 10.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 18.0% to 15.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Dalyellup's age structure. Notably, the 25 to 34 group is projected to grow by 54%, adding 830 people and reaching a total of 2,380 from its current figure of 1,549. Meanwhile, both the 5 to 14 and 75 to 84 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.