Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Denmark has an estimated 6,862 residents, up from 6,310 at the 2021 Census — a change of 552 people, or 8.7%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. 100 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 82.1% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
Detail
Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that Denmark accommodates approximately 6,862 residents as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 6,310 people, this represents an addition of 552 people (8.7%). Such growth is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 6,858 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 100 validated new addresses logged following the Census. Consequently, the local population density stands at 3.7 persons per square kilometer, ensuring a spacious residential setting. Across the preceding ten years, Denmark registered steady expansion with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, exceeding the broader SA3 area.
Recent population gains were substantially underpinned by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 82.1% of overall net additions. Projections developed by ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 (anchored to 2022) are applied across SA2 locations. For non-covered localities and periods extending beyond 2032, growth calculations incorporate age-cohort rates from the ABS Greater Capital Region release from 2023 (utilising 2022 figures). Future demographic trajectories point to expansion tracking marginally beneath the typical benchmark for regional Australia, with an estimated addition of 668 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP population statistics, equating to an overall rise of 9.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
272 new dwellings have been approved in Denmark over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 54 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
Detail
Residential building activity in Denmark has generated 272 homes across the preceding 5 financial years, representing an average of approximately 54 new dwelling approvals annually. With an intake of 1.7 new residents per year per dwelling constructed between FY-22 and FY-26, construction supply aligns well with demographic demand to support steady market conditions, while building approvals indicate an average construction cost of $453,000 per dwelling. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $3.9 million during this financial year, reflecting modest non-residential activity. Per capita residential construction in Denmark exceeds the Rest of WA standard by 55.0%, providing prospective purchasers with broader selection.
Recent residential construction has consisted exclusively of standalone houses, preserving low-density neighbourhoods geared toward family living and spacious environments. The locality registers around 123 people per dwelling approval, underscoring steady residential expansion. Demographic projections derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release anticipate Denmark adding 664 residents up to 2041. Given prevailing rates of residential building, future housing output appears well-positioned to satisfy accommodation needs, fostering supportive conditions for buyers and enabling potential population increases beyond current baseline forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Denmark
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Denmark, worth an estimated $12 million. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.4 billion. 6 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and tourism. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Local economic and social dynamics are closely tied to regional planning initiatives and infrastructure investments. A total of 1 strategic project has been singled out by AreaSearch as directly impacting the district. Prominent developments include the Lot 50 Shopping Centre, Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements, South West Interconnected System Transformation, and the WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Lot 50 Shopping Centre
A new neighbourhood shopping centre development approved by Denmark Shire Council in September 2025, comprising a supermarket (likely IGA), six specialty shops, liquor store, and associated amenities. The development features a total building footprint of 3058 square metres with 130 car parking bays including accessible and trailer and caravan spaces. Key approval conditions include construction of a roundabout at Ocean Beach Road and South Coast Highway intersection, pedestrian and cycle paths, acoustic treatments to protect Amaroo Retirement Village, EV-ready infrastructure, and sustainability measures.
Albany Regional Airport Upgrades
The City of Albany is advancing the Albany Airport Master Plan 2043, following Council endorsement of the Code 3 Development Strategy in April 2024. This phase focuses on airside and landside improvements to support existing RPT and FIFO services. In early 2026, the City issued tenders for Runway Upgrade and Overlay Design Services, with maintenance and asphalt resurfacing of the main runway (RWY 14/32) scheduled for the 2026/2027 summer construction period. The upgrades aim to support larger narrow-bodied aircraft, enhance regional tourism, and facilitate Large Aerial Tanker operations for fire safety.
Clydesdale Park
Clydesdale Park is an established residential estate by DevelopmentWA located in McKail, 7km from the Albany town centre. When complete, the estate will feature up to 430 homes, a central bushland park with walkways, and a future primary school. The estate offers easy access to local schools, sporting complexes, and shopping centres. Stage 3 civil works are underway with lots currently sold out or under offer, and future land releases planned.
McKail North Local Structure Plan
The McKail North Local Structure Plan is a proposed replacement for the previous outline development plan covering approximately 68.16 hectares in northern McKail. The structure plan proposes a lower-density residential community ranging from R2.5 to R25, a new primary school site, consolidated public open space, and an updated road network. Following public consultation that closed in January 2025, the City of Albany has progressed broader planning for the Gladville (Lancaster North) precinct, including a Structure Plan, Development Contribution Plan and Local Planning Scheme Amendment.
McKail Community Housing Project
A $5.2 million project by Advance Housing that has completed construction on twelve new modular social homes in McKail, Albany. The project includes six two-story buildings with a mix of one and two-bedroom units. The homes were designed for energy efficiency with a 7-star energy rating and meet Liveable Design Standards to ensure accessibility. They were built by Wauters Building Company.
Morgan Place (Residential Estate)
Proposed residential development with a structure plan endorsed in 2010 for predominantly R20 residential zoning. Subdivision activity has yet to commence.
Albany North District Structure Plan
A high-level, strategic document consolidating and expanding on fragmented local structure plans. It aims to unlock land, identify headworks, and help deliver housing supply and economic growth for Albany's growing population, guiding future land use, residential density, and staging of major infrastructure.
Centennial Park Urban Renewal Area
An urban renewal area with plans to prepare a Structure Plan to investigate zonings, land uses, and provide for a diverse range of residential densities (R40 to RAC), aiming to increase employment opportunities and improve community facilities.
3,091 residents of Denmark are employed, from a labour force of 3,167. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 55.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
A capable local labour pool characterizes Denmark, highlighted by substantial involvement in industrial and manufacturing activities and a low unemployment rate of 2.4%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 3,091, with unemployment tracking 1.1% lower than the 3.5% reported across Regional WA, whereas the local participation rate of 55.4% trails the 65.4% recorded regionally. Census records show that 18.2% of workers performed their duties from home, an outcome subject to prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time. Local workforce members are predominantly engaged within construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The area exhibits a distinct concentration in education & training, employing staff at 1.3 times the regional standard. Conversely, the mining sector accounts for just 4.9% of the local workforce relative to 11.7% across Regional WA. Comparisons between resident workers and local operational positions point to limited in-area job availability. According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM figures for the 12 months leading to March 2026, local labour force participation contracted by 5.1% while total jobs fell by 6.1%, driving an unemployment increase of 1.1 percentage points. Over the equivalent timeframe, Regional WA observed a 0.1% dip in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labour pool, and an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. Forward-looking employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide further context on sectoral trends. Applying these national industry forecasts (which anticipate overall expansion of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years) to the local industrial distribution suggests Denmark's employment base could expand by 5.8% across five years and 12.4% across ten years, serving as a weighted structural projection without localized demographic adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Denmark is $1,134 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $630 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,153 a year against an average of $56,314. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
Detail
Taxation records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place the Denmark SA2 median individual taxpayer earnings at $41,153 and the mean at $56,314, tracking below nationwide figures and the Regional WA benchmarks of $59,973 (median) and $74,392 (average). Accounting for Wage Price Index gains of 10.93% since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 stand at roughly $45,651 for median income and $62,469 on average. Per the 2021 Census, local family, personal, and household earnings sit within the 9th to 15th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 27.3% of individuals (1,873 individuals) earning between $800 - 1,499, contrasting with the regional predominance of the $1,500 - 2,999 band at 31.1%.
Disposable funds after shelter costs constitute 85.4% of earnings, placing the locality in the 11th percentile nationally alongside a SEIFA income standing in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Denmark had 2,362 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 50% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 26.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
The residential landscape at the latest Census comprised 92.0% standalone houses and 7.9% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), compared with 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings across Regional WA. Outright property ownership in Denmark reached 49.6%, substantially outperforming Regional WA, with the balance consisting of mortgaged homes (29.0%) and private rentals (21.4%). Median housing costs registered at $1,517 per month for mortgages and $300 per week for rent, sitting against regional figures of $1,560 and $265. Nationally, Denmark's monthly repayments remain considerably beneath the $1,863 Australian norm, with weekly rents tracking well below the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Denmark counted 2,362 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,569 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 35% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Family units constitute 67.5% of local domestic arrangements, encompassing couples without children (34.8%), couples with children (23.8%), and single parent families (9.1%). Non-family living situations represent the remaining 32.5%, divided between lone person households at 29.8% and group households at 2.4%. The typical household size of 2.3 people sits below the Regional WA standard of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.8% of adults in Denmark hold a university qualification, including 19.2% with a bachelor degree and 5.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.0% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,241 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,038 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
Tertiary attainment across Denmark outpaces regional levels, with 28.8% of persons aged 15+ holding higher education qualifications compared to 16.4% across the SA4 region and 17.6% throughout Rest of WA, establishing a strong foundation for knowledge-sector roles. Bachelor degrees represent 19.2% of qualifications, supplemented by postgraduate awards (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Applied skills are also prevalent, with vocational training held by 39.0% of the population aged 15+, divided between certificates (26.0%) and advanced diplomas (13.0%). Student engagement remains robust, with 29.6% of the population participating in structured studies. This cohort comprises 10.6% attending secondary schools, 10.5% in primary education, and 2.1% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Getting around Denmark means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Public transport services in Denmark are supported by 6 functional stops facilitating bus travel. These locations connect to 1 distinct route, providing 14 weekly passenger trips in total. Transit access remains restricted, with residents situated an average of 2605 meters from the closest boarding point. Commuters predominantly travel by private vehicle, with car transit comprising 86% of journeys and walking representing 8%. Households maintain an average of 1.5 motor vehicles, while 18.2% of residents worked remotely during the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 settings. Transit schedules provide an average of 2 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 2 weekly trips at each active boarding point.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
65.0% of residents in Denmark report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
AreaSearch evaluations regarding chronic ailments and mortality metrics reveal positive overall health outcomes in Denmark, with both younger and older cohorts showing reduced rates of widespread medical conditions. However, private hospital cover is held by roughly 48% of the populace (~3,259 people), contrasting with 56.4% across Regional WA and the national figure of 55.7%. The primary reported chronic conditions within the community are arthritis (affecting 10.9% of residents) and mental health conditions (8.4%), while 65.0% of the population reported no long-term illnesses, compared to 69.3% across Regional WA. Working-age cohorts display higher-than-average rates of chronic ailments.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 28.3% of the community (1,942 people), surpassing the Regional WA proportion of 19.1%, with senior residents exhibiting exceptional wellness measures that rank above nationwide averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.2% of Denmark residents were born overseas and 4.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (36.2%) and Australian (26.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Measures of cultural diversity in Denmark trend below national averages, with Australian-born residents accounting for 74.8% of the community, Australian citizenship at 86.5%, and 95.8% speaking exclusively English at home. Christianity represents the leading faith at 29.9% of the local population. Notably, Judaism registers at 0.3% locally while being unrecorded across Regional WA. Parental heritage records identify the leading ancestral backgrounds as English (36.2%), Australian (26.7%), and Scottish (8.8%). Specific diaspora groups also show distinctive representation relative to the wider region, including Dutch heritage at 1.9% (compared to 1.5% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (versus 0.6%), and South Australian background at 0.7% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Denmark is 49, older than 91% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 14.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
Detail
Denmark displays a demographic profile heavily weighted towards retirees and lifestyle residents. People aged 65+ comprise 28.3% of the population as at August 2026 compared to 19.1% across Regional WA, whereas young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) represent 18.9% locally versus 26.6% regionally. The estimated median age sits at 49 as at August 2026, shifting from 50 at the 2021 Census, yet standing 9 years higher than the Regional WA figure of 40 and well above the Australian median of 38 at that Census. The cohort aged 45 - 64 witnessed the most notable shift since the Census, decreasing from 29.9% to an estimated 27.6%.
Looking ahead to 2041, young to middle aged adults are projected to lead growth, rising by 28% (361 residents) to 1,659, while senior demographics are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Denmark
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 100 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,310 at the 2021 Census → 6,862 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (509011228). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.