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Eaton - Pelican Point has an estimated 13,531 residents, up 9.8% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Eaton - Pelican Point.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 152 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the Eaton - Pelican Point Statistical Area (Lv2) in WA, Australia offers an enviable coastal lifestyle celebrated for its picturesque landscape, pristine beaches, and lush parks. Residents enjoy a tranquil atmosphere and a welcoming community complemented by convenient local amenities, where outdoor pursuits range from surfing and swimming along coastal stretches to calm strolls beside riverbanks. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the resident population to be approximately 13,531, representing a gain of 1,204 people (9.8%) from the 12,327 recorded at the 2021 Census. This moderate demographic expansion is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,513 reported by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside an additional 228 Validated New Addresses documented since the Census date.
Demographically, the community is characterised by a balanced age profile with a median age of 39 and an above-average number of children per family, alongside lower overall levels of educational attainment.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 152 kilometres south from Perth CBD, the Eaton - Pelican Point Statistical Area (Lv2) in WA, Australia offers an enviable coastal lifestyle celebrated for its picturesque landscape, pristine beaches, and lush parks. Residents enjoy a tranquil atmosphere and a welcoming community complemented by convenient local amenities, where outdoor pursuits range from surfing and swimming along coastal stretches to calm strolls beside riverbanks. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the resident population to be approximately 13,531, representing a gain of 1,204 people (9.8%) from the 12,327 recorded at the 2021 Census. This moderate demographic expansion is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,513 reported by the ABS as of June 2025, alongside an additional 228 Validated New Addresses documented since the Census date.
Demographically, the community is characterised by a balanced age profile with a median age of 39 and an above-average number of children per family, alongside lower overall levels of educational attainment.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,079 in 2001 and 13,513 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,531 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.3%.
Eaton - Pelican Point ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for development activity and the 69th for amenities.
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 Eaton - Pelican Point is $675 a week, up 5.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $675 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Bunbury | $636 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bunbury, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional WA | $667 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Regional WA, over 12 months | +10.2% | 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 |
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Status of the 11 tracked applications: 9 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Eaton - Pelican Point (3 under construction) and 97 more in the surrounding area.
The Stage 3 expansion of the South West's largest shopping centre includes a retail extension, a new 7-screen HOYTS cinema complex, a food and entertainment precinct, and a gymnasium. The project also features residential dwellings overlooking a vibrant new town square. Construction is underway, with completion expected in 2027.
Millbridge Private Estate is a 1,500-lot masterplanned house and land community in Millbridge, north of Bunbury in Western Australia, developed by the Ardross Group. The estate will ultimately house over 3,000 residents and includes future school sites, a neighbourhood shopping centre, and a local commercial precinct.
The Eaton Recreation Centre (ERC) is the South West's only FIBA-accredited indoor sports facility, currently offering three multi-purpose courts.
Masterplanned residential estate adjacent to the Collie River in Eaton delivering multiple stages of serviced lots (R20-R40). Active land releases continue (Stage 4 titles targeted for Dec-Jan) while a structure plan amendment lodged in 2023 was refused by WAPC and is currently under SAT-led reconsideration.
A new building to house the Shire of Dardanup's administration, a public library, and community meeting spaces. The award-winning all-timber structure emphasizes sustainable design and was opened to the public in March 2024.
A premier 1400 lot residential subdivision on a 185 hectare site featuring extensive community infrastructure. The estate integrates Kingston Primary School, Our Lady of Mercy College nearby, and the Leschenault Leisure Centre.
A 23.1 million dollar community hub creating a civic heart for Australind, featuring a new library, council administration facilities, community meeting spaces, cultural activities areas, cafe/bookshop, council chambers, and landscaped courtyards.
AMTECH is the Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Hub, an industrial precinct on Giorgi Road in Picton, near Bunbury in south-west WA. It aims to support energy transition manufacturing and includes a common-user facility and an Industry Development and Skills Centre. The WA Government has committed $55 million to support an anchor tenant.
Repurposing of the former Albemarle Paris Grove workforce village into a permanent residential community. The project includes converting transportable units into 130 self-contained 2-bedroom rental houses and developing a 250-unit land lease lifestyle village.
Master-planned residential community in Australind featuring staged land releases, family housing, parklands, river frontage, neighbourhood facilities and supporting retail and community infrastructure. Development continues through multiple active land release stages with new lots currently being marketed.
Glen Iris Village is a neighbourhood commercial and retail centre proposed for Lots 17, 30 and 31 Vittoria Road and Lots 4 and 410 Jeffrey Road, Glen Iris, on the eastern edge of Bunbury.
Wanju is a major satellite city development in the Greater Bunbury region, covering 1,245 hectares. Designed as a sustainable smart city, it will provide approximately 20,000 homes for 60,000 residents. The masterplan includes a new city centre, a hospital precinct, a University of Technology campus, and 370 hectares of open space.
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Estimated completion year of the 46 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 8, 2027 18, 2028 12, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 2. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 11 substantial development applications lodged in and around Eaton - Pelican Point over the past 5 years, none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 2, 2023 4, 2024 3, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
Key application 10 Broadway Pelican Point Commercial | $495k Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 11 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 68 | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 include: Eaton Fair Shopping Centre Expansion (Construction); Millbridge Private Estate (Construction); Eaton Recreation Centre Expansion (Planning); Parkridge Estate (Construction); and Australind Community Precinct (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 3rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Eaton - Pelican Point among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 area has seen 191 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Eaton - Pelican Point SA2's current population of 13,531 has been supported by 68 approvals on average over recent years.
The Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has seen 5.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.3 approvals in Regional WA. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 141 people in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, compared to one for every 164 in Regional WA.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 68, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has grown by approximately 936 people, while 342 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.7 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.
Population growth drivers in Eaton - Pelican Point are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,531 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,360 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,327 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,204 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 9.95 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,531 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,513 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The eaton - pelican point sa2 has added approximately 1,204 people and shown a 9.77% increase from the 12,327 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is estimated at 1,360 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (43.5%), Overseas migration (41.2%), Natural increase (15.3%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 43.5% of overall population gains.
Eaton - Pelican Point's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.2% | 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 | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Eaton - Pelican Point is comparable to the Regional WA 2021 Census average (40 years) and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 compared to the Regional WA region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 compared to the Regional WA region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is broadly in line with Regional WA.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.4% of the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.2% of the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,530 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,806 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,738 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $774 | 2021 Census, weekly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,063 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is approximately $65,862. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,530.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is approximately $81,143. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,806.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is approximately $65,862 compared to $67,299 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,530 and $62,873 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is approximately $81,143 compared to $83,842 in Regional WA. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,806 and $78,328 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2's households (~35.3% / 1,569 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.3% of households. In comparison, Regional WA's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.1% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $1,738/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $2,063/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $774/wk.
The Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $61,530 and an average of $75,806 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is above the national average, contrasting with Regional WA's median income of $62,873 and average income of $78,328. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,862 (median) and $81,143 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $6,426 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The eaton - pelican point sa2's disposable income is $6,426 compared to $6,025 for Regional WA, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Eaton - Pelican Point well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,156 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,012 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,346 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has approximately 7,156 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 stands at 2.6%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Regional WA's rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.6% of employment), construction (11.9%), and retail trade (11.8%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and mining.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional WA saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is 68.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional WA average of 65.4%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional WA.
The eaton - pelican point sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 10.7% of the local workforce compared to 5.4% across Regional WA. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The eaton - pelican point 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 saw a 3.7% decline, ranking 31st out of 37 regions nationally.
Eaton - Pelican Point faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
13.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 17.6% in Regional WA.
42.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% in Regional WA.
The eaton - pelican point sa2 ranks in the 22th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 are: Certificate (35.4%), Bachelor Degree (10.2%), Advanced Diploma (9.3%).
27.9% of the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 8.5% in secondary school, 2.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is 960, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,398 students.
The eaton - pelican point sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Eaton - Pelican Point features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,448 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,882 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.4% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 had 4,448 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.8% to an estimated 4,882 households today.
The average household size in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional WA and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.4%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,354 family households, couples with children account for 32.7% of all households, couples without children at home 31.1%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional WA, the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.4% (versus 69.8% in Regional WA). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, matching the Regional WA average of 1.9. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.3% have never married. This compares to 46.4% married and 35.8% never married across Regional WA.
Single-person households represent 22.4% of all households in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, similar to the average for Regional WA of 27.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Regional WA average of 2.8%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Eaton - Pelican Point ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 81.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
Eaton - Pelican Point was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 81.2% of its population born in Australia, 88.4% being citizens, and 92.1% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Eaton - Pelican Point, at 45.1% of people, although more residents (52.1%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 1.1% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional WA.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Eaton - Pelican Point are English, comprising 33.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.7% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 6.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Eaton - Pelican Point (vs 1.0% across Regional WA), South African at 0.8% (vs 0.6%) and Italian at 4.5% (vs 3.0%).
18.8% of the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional WA.
7.9% of the population in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.7% in Regional WA.
2.5% of the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 6.1% in Regional WA.
88.4% of the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 82.8% in Regional WA.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Eaton - Pelican Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,651 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 30th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, 31.3% of homes are owned outright, 47.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.4% of dwellings in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 are houses.
In the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 stands at 31.3%, compared to 34.1% in Regional WA.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $1,651, compared to $1,560 in Regional WA.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is $1,105, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 21.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 21.9% of income on repayments (vs 22.5% in Regional WA), while renters spend 20.1% of income on rent (vs 16.6% in Regional WA).
The dwelling mix in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 consists of 91.4% detached houses, 7.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Eaton - Pelican Point consumes approximately 14.7% of median household income ($7,526 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Eaton - Pelican Point show attached dwellings contributing 15% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 85% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Eaton - Pelican Point is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.1% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.3% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.4% in Regional WA.
In the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Regional WA require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.2% of the population across Regional WA is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 population, while in Regional WA, 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.5% of people in the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional WA,3.6% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2, 54.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional WA sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.4%.
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 | 38 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 38th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 75 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 339 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 180 | 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 | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 75 public transport stops within the Eaton - Pelican Point SA2.
The Eaton - Pelican Point SA2 has 339 weekly trips across 3 routes, averaging 48 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 215 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 727 m away and the nearest school 828 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 75 stops nearby, 339 weekly trips, access rating 38 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 69 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 69th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 727 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 828 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Eaton - Pelican Point among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Eaton - Pelican Point has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 3rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Eaton - Pelican Point is $675 a week, +5.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Eaton - Pelican Point are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Eaton - Pelican Point's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
AreaSearch analysis places Eaton - Pelican Point well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Eaton - Pelican Point faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Eaton - Pelican Point features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional WA.
Eaton - Pelican Point ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Eaton - Pelican Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional WA.
Health performance in Eaton - Pelican Point is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Eaton - Pelican Point has an estimated 13,531 residents, up 9.8% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Eaton - Pelican Point.
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 Eaton - Pelican Point.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
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 (501021012). 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 (Sep 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 Eaton - Pelican Point 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 Eaton - Pelican Point 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.
