East Fremantle

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

According to the latest evaluations by AreaSearch, the population of East Fremantle stands at approximately 8,426 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 607 individuals (7.8%) from the 7,819 residents documented in the 2021 Census. The updated figure is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 8,426 combined with 7 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With these numbers, the local population density reaches 2,683 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all nationwide territories evaluated by AreaSearch. The post-census expansion rate of 7.8% sits within 1.5 percentage points of the national benchmark of 9.3%, indicating solid local growth trends. This population rise was almost exclusively driven by international migration, which served as the primary contributor to demographic gains in recent times.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For regions lacking coverage in this dataset, and to project trends beyond 2032, growth rates categorized by age cohort from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 using 2022 statistics) are applied. Anticipated demographic shifts suggest that future expansion will register slightly below the median of all localities evaluated by AreaSearch, with the population projected to grow by 762 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 9.0% rise over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in East Fremantle according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

East Fremantle averages approximately 13 residential building approvals yearly, with a total of 66 dwellings approved during the 5 fiscal years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 15 approvals recorded during the current FY-26 period. Because the area added an average of 5.9 new residents for each completed home during those 5 fiscal years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local housing supply is lagging behind demand, a trend that typically increases buyer rivalry and elevates prices. Approved houses carry an average construction value of $548,000, indicating that builders are focusing on high-end, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $2.8 million in the current fiscal year, confirming that the suburb remains predominantly residential.

Relative to the wider Greater Perth region, construction activity in East Fremantle is exceptionally low, trailing the regional per capita average by 69.0%. This constrained addition to supply generally supports robust demand and sustains values for pre-existing houses. The level of building activity also falls below the national benchmark, highlighting the mature state of the suburb and hinting at strict zoning constraints. Detached houses account for 90.0% of the new structures while attached dwellings make up the remaining 10.0%, preserving the suburban character of the area through family-sized residences. Interestingly, builders are creating a higher proportion of detached homes than the existing housing stock profile shows (which stood at 66.0% at the Census), reflecting sustained demand for family housing despite broader trends toward density. The ratio of roughly 945 individuals for every home approval highlights the established character of the local market.

Demographic projections indicate that East Fremantle will add 762 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If current building rates do not accelerate, residential supply is likely to fall short of population gains, which will probably heighten buyer competition and bolster price growth.

East Fremantle has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development works are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 active projects likely to influence the local area. Key developments include the East Fremantle Aged Care Facility, the 14 Silas Street Mixed Use Development, the Swan River Crossings Project, and Serai North Fremantle, with the following list detailing those of primary interest.

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

The labor force in East Fremantle is highly qualified, with a strong concentration of workers in professional services and a low unemployment rate of 2.2%. In March 2026, there were 4,861 employed residents, and the local jobless rate was 2.0 percentage points lower than the 4.2% registered across Greater Perth. Participation in the workforce matched the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Data from the Census showed that a modest 14.5% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The representation of professional & technical workers is particularly high, at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction workers are underrepresented, making up only 6.6% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. The imbalance between local jobs and resident workers indicates that this largely residential suburb offers few employment opportunities within its own borders.

According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force shrank by 0.9% and total employment fell by 0.9% over the 12 months ending in March 2026, keeping the unemployment rate steady. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% rise in employment and a 2.5% expansion of its labor force, alongside a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand trends in East Fremantle. These five and ten-year forecasts have been compared against local employment data to project growth. Nationally, employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests that East Fremantle's employment could grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population shifts.

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

Analysis of the latest postcode-level ATO data from the 2023 financial year indicates that East Fremantle taxpayers earned a median income of $69,560 and an average income of $113,197. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and exceed the Greater Perth benchmarks of $60,748 and $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $77,163 for the median and $125,569 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in East Fremantle are situated between the 82nd and 84th percentiles nationally. Income distribution data shows the largest group of residents consists of the 29.0% of taxpayers (2,443 people) in the $4000+ bracket, differing from the broader metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 32.0%. The suburb displays significant wealth, with 40.5% of residents earning over $3,000 weekly, which supports high-end retail and local services. Housing costs consume 13.5% of income, while high earnings place residents in the 84th percentile for disposable income and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile.

East Fremantle displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Census data reveals that the housing stock in East Fremantle is composed of 66.3% detached houses and 33.8% other housing styles, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings in the Perth metropolitan area. Home ownership in East Fremantle stands at 41.6%, which is higher than the Perth metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (35.7%) or rented (22.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,600 is notably higher than the Perth metro average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent is $420 compared to the metro average of $350. Nationally, East Fremantle's mortgage costs are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.

East Fremantle has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family units constitute the majority of households at 70.6%, which includes 33.8% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.4%, with single-person households representing 26.6% and group living situations making up 2.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 residents, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

East Fremantle demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Qualifications among residents in East Fremantle are significantly higher than regional averages, with 48.7% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 27.9% across WA and 28.6% in the local SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the community well for professional services roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.2% and graduate diplomas at 5.8%. Vocational education accounts for 24.4% of qualifications for those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 13.9%.

Student representation is high in the area, with 30.4% of the population enrolled in formal study. This student body includes 9.7% in secondary schools, 9.3% in primary education, and 7.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Public transport connectivity in East Fremantle consists of 32 active bus stops. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,476 passenger journeys per week. Transport links are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 186 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute outside the area; private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 80%, while 7% of residents travel by train and 6% use buses. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. Working from home was recorded at 14.5% of the workforce during the 2021 Census, a figure likely influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Bus routes in the area provide an average of 210 daily services, which translates to approximately 46 weekly trips for each individual stop.

East Fremantle's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health indicators show very positive trends throughout East Fremantle, with AreaSearch reporting low mortality rates and a minimal prevalence of chronic conditions across all age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 78% of the population (6,572 people) holding policies, compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health issues reported among residents are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.9% and 7.0% of the population, respectively. However, 71.4% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, which is comparable to the 71.9% average across Greater Perth. The working-age population is healthy with a low rate of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.0% of the local population (1,769 people), which is higher than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%. The health status of these older residents is particularly strong, ranking higher nationally than the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, East Fremantle records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

East Fremantle shows a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 7.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 25.3% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 45.0% of the community. Judaism is notably overrepresented, accounting for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

In terms of parent country of birth, the most common ancestries are English at 32.0%, Australian at 23.0%, and Irish at 10.3%. Certain European backgrounds show higher concentrations here than in the wider region, with Welsh ancestry at 1.1% of the population (compared to 0.7% regionally), Croatian at 1.4% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Italian at 6.4% (compared to 4.2% regionally).

East Fremantle hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in East Fremantle is 44, which is higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is well represented at 13.7% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 11.7% to 14.0%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 15.3% to 13.7% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 4.7% to 3.7%. Demographic models suggest the age profile of the area will change significantly by 2041, led by a 54% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is projected to rise from 552 to 851 residents. This aging trend is underscored by the fact that residents aged 65+ are expected to make up 64% of all population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age brackets are projected to experience population declines.