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Dawesville - Bouvard has an estimated 10,955 residents, up 28.9% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Dawesville - Bouvard.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Dawesville - Bouvard Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 79 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 10,955 as of Aug 2026, up 2,457 people (28.9%) from the 2021 Census population of 8,498 people. This estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 10,844 as of June 2025 and includes 572 validated new addresses since the Census date. Population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with a notable mining employment base, strong mortgage holder representation and a high proportion of married families. Children per family and the 65 to 74yo demographic are also elevated.
The area's population profile is shaped by retirement-aged and older Australians, many of them couples without children. Dawesville - Bouvard's coastal setting features beaches, turquoise waters, an estuary, reserves and walking trails, supporting outdoor recreation and appreciation of the natural environment.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Dawesville - Bouvard Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 79 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 10,955 as of Aug 2026, up 2,457 people (28.9%) from the 2021 Census population of 8,498 people. This estimate draws on the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 10,844 as of June 2025 and includes 572 validated new addresses since the Census date. Population growth ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with a notable mining employment base, strong mortgage holder representation and a high proportion of married families. Children per family and the 65 to 74yo demographic are also elevated.
The area's population profile is shaped by retirement-aged and older Australians, many of them couples without children. Dawesville - Bouvard's coastal setting features beaches, turquoise waters, an estuary, reserves and walking trails, supporting outdoor recreation and appreciation of the natural environment.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,867 in 2001 and 10,844 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 10,955 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.7%.
Dawesville - Bouvard ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for development activity and the 91st for population growth.
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 Dawesville - Bouvard is $618 a week, up 2.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 15% below Greater Perth.
15% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $618 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mandurah | $630 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mandurah, 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 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Dawesville - Bouvard (2 under construction) and 107 more in the surrounding area.
Melros Beach Estate is a masterplanned coastal residential estate in Dawesville comprising approximately 234 residential lots. The development is being delivered in staged releases with Stage 7 marketed as the final land release. The estate is located within walking distance of Melros Beach, parks, schools and the nearby Coles neighbourhood shopping centre.
The Florida Beach Foreshore Renewal is a coastal precinct upgrade led by the City of Mandurah[cite: 1]. The project delivers coastal protection and erosion mitigation works, upgraded foreshore accessibility paths, landscaping, and community recreation amenities[cite: 1].
A $9.4 million eco-friendly multipurpose community hub featuring a large hall, activity rooms, co-working spaces, and a kitchen. The facility is 5 Star Green Star rated and the main building opened in late 2025. Final external works, including a public nature playground, are scheduled for completion by the end of June 2026.
A residential land estate in Dawesville, WA, positioned on the ocean side of the highway between the coast and the estuary. The project comprises 107 lots ranging from 478sqm to 703sqm, many backing onto parks or nature reserve.
Completed Coles anchored neighbourhood shopping centre at Florida Beach in Dawesville. The project delivered a new Coles supermarket, Liquorland, pharmacy, newsagency, gym, childcare centre and other specialty retail on a greenfield site at 71 Dandaragan Drive.
Florida Beach Estate is a completed masterplanned coastal community in Dawesville, Western Australia, delivering around 430 residential lots within walking distance of Florida Beach, local schools and parks.
A multi-purpose community hub that has officially opened, designed to serve the growing Dawesville population. The centre is also known by its Aboriginal name, Djilba-Wardarn Bo, meaning 'the place where it is not far from the estuary to the ocean.' Features include a main hall with a stage, wet and dry multi-use activity rooms, a kitchen, office space…
Masterplanned residential estate in Dawesville, Western Australia, with around 400 canal front and inland house and land lots developed by Satterley Property Group. The project is now fully built out with an established resort style community offering shared facilities and convenient access to the Dawesville Channel and Harvey Estuary.
Construction of an active transport coastal link for pedestrians and cyclists along the Falcon coastline. The project forms part of the City of Mandurah's Coastal Shared Path network, improving accessibility to southern beaches and connecting to Halls Head.
Trail development project including concept plan for urban shared use trail south of Halls Head, comprehensive signage guide, concept master plan for multi-day shared use trail around the estuary, and completion of all-abilities paddle launch site at Riverside Gardens.
Proposed local structure plan amendment for the growth corridor modifying residential density codes up to R60, reconfiguring public open space allocations, and optimizing road alignments to deliver medium-density residential housing.
A vibrant neighbourhood shopping centre featuring Gilbert & Sons Fresh Market, specialty stores including a bakery, cafe, and butcher, along with office space and 227 car bays.
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Estimated completion year of the 64 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 2, 2026 17, 2027 23, 2028 10, 2029 1, 2030 5, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Dawesville - Bouvard over the period covered (about 0.4 years); 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 0 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 18.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 167 | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 include: Melros Beach Estate (Construction); Melros Oceanside Estate (Construction); Florida Beach Foreshore Renewal (Planning); Dawesville Community Centre (Completed); and Florida Beach Village Shopping Centre (Coles Florida Beach) (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Environmental & Disaster Management, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 1st percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Dawesville - Bouvard higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 area has seen 342 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Dawesville - Bouvard SA2's current population of 10,955 has been supported by 167 approvals on average over recent years.
The Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 has seen 18.2 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 74 people in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 167, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 has grown by approximately 2,317 people, while 836 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.8 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.
Dawesville - Bouvard lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,955 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +28.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 112 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +4.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,498 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,457 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +6.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 97.92 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 was estimated to be approximately 10,955 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 10,844 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The dawesville - bouvard sa2 has added approximately 2,457 people and shown a 28.91% increase from the 8,498 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is estimated at 112 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (74.2%), Overseas migration (17.9%), Natural increase (7.9%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 74.2% of overall population gains.
Dawesville - Bouvard hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.9% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Dawesville - Bouvard is 8 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 75-84 year-olds (9.4% vs 5.5%) and 65-74 year-olds (14.4% vs 8.5%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.6% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.2% of the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.9% of the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,570 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $81,515 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,436 | 2021 Census, weekly | 31st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $637 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,712 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 29.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is approximately $61,623. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,570.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is approximately $87,254. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $81,515.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is approximately $61,623 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,570 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is approximately $87,254 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $81,515 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2's households (~27.7% / 860 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.7% 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 Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $1,436/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $1,712/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $637/wk.
The Dawesville - Bouvard SA2's income level is very high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Dawesville - Bouvard SA2's median income among taxpayers is $57,570 and the average income stands at $81,515, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $61,623 (median) and $87,254 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $5,174 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The dawesville - bouvard sa2's disposable income is $5,174 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Dawesville - Bouvard shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 54.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,827 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,955 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,973 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 has approximately 4,827 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 stands at 2.9%, which is 1.3 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 Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are mining (14.8% of employment), construction (12.6%), and health care & social assistance (11.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Dawesville - Bouvard 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 Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is 54.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The dawesville - bouvard sa2 shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 14.8% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The dawesville - bouvard sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Dawesville - Bouvard: university qualifications 14.9%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 998.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 33.1% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
14.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
40.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The dawesville - bouvard sa2 ranks in the 39th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 are: Certificate (33.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%), Bachelor Degree (10.9%).
27.8% of the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.2% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is 998, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,029 students.
The dawesville - bouvard sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Dawesville - Bouvard features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 37.5% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,104 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,001 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 78.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 had 3,104 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 28.9% to an estimated 4,001 households today.
The average household size in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 78.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.0%), group households (1.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,430 family households, couples with children account for 30.4% of all households, couples without children at home 37.5%, and single parent families 10.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 78.3% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 have an average of 1.9 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 54.9% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.1% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 20.0% of all households in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, similar to 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.
In terms of cultural diversity, Dawesville - Bouvard records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.7% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.0% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
Dawesville - Bouvard was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 72.3% of its population born in Australia, 88.2% being citizens, and 95.0% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Dawesville - Bouvard, at 45.7% of people, although more residents (52.7%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Dawesville - Bouvard are English, comprising 37.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 26.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 21.2%, and Scottish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 1.9% of Dawesville - Bouvard (vs 1.5% across Greater Perth), South African at 0.8% (vs 1.0%) and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.7%).
27.7% of the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
5.0% of the population in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.5% of the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
88.2% of the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Dawesville - Bouvard 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 | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.5% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 92.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,842 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 51st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 44.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, 40.5% of homes are owned outright, 44.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 14.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 92.9% of dwellings in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 are houses.
In the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, 1.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 stands at 40.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $1,842, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is $1,048, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 24.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 consists of 92.9% detached houses, 3.4% semi-detached dwellings, 1.4% apartments, and 2.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in Dawesville - Bouvard consumes approximately 16.9% of median household income ($6,218 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Dawesville - Bouvard show attached dwellings contributing 1% of approvals compared to 7% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 99% of applications versus 93% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Dawesville - Bouvard's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 57.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 71st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 57.8% of people in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, 4.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.5% of the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2, 57.8% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 39 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 39th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 42 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 825 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 32nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 261 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 42 public transport stops within the Dawesville - Bouvard SA2.
The Dawesville - Bouvard SA2 has 825 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 117 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 586 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 2.0 km away and the nearest supermarket 2.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 42 stops nearby, 825 weekly trips, access rating 39 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 5 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 5th percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 7.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 7.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 10.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 12.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 14.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 16.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Dawesville - Bouvard higher than 96% of real estate markets across the country.
Dawesville - Bouvard has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 1st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Dawesville - Bouvard is $618 a week, +2.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Dawesville - Bouvard lies within the top 9% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Dawesville - Bouvard hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Dawesville - Bouvard shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
Education in Dawesville - Bouvard: university qualifications 14.9%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 998.
Dawesville - Bouvard features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with an average household size in line with Greater Perth.
In terms of cultural diversity, Dawesville - Bouvard records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Dawesville - Bouvard is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Dawesville - Bouvard's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Dawesville - Bouvard has an estimated 10,955 residents, up 28.9% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Dawesville - Bouvard.
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 Dawesville - Bouvard.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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).
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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 (502011021). 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 (Aug 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 Dawesville - Bouvard 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 Dawesville - Bouvard 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.
