Exmouth
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Exmouth are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Exmouth's population was around 5,284 as of November 2025. This reflected an increase of 625 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,659 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 5,277 in June 2024 and an additional 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equated to a density ratio of 0 persons per square kilometer. Exmouth's growth of 13.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region's growth of 7.6%. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 46.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilised growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Demographic trends projected an above median population growth for locations outside capital cities. The area was expected to grow by 948 persons to 2041, recording a gain of 17.8% over the 17 years.

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

Exmouth has experienced approximately 48 dwelling approvals per year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 243 homes were approved, with an additional 18 approved in FY26 so far. On average, about 2.7 people moved to the area annually for each new home constructed during this period, indicating solid demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost of new homes was $381,000, which is moderately above regional levels and suggests an emphasis on quality construction. This financial year has seen around $26.4 million in commercial approvals registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity compared to the rest of WA. Exmouth records 68.0% more development activity per person than the Rest of WA, creating greater choice for buyers. Recent construction comprises approximately 77.0% standalone homes and 23.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

With around 113 people per dwelling approval, Exmouth shows characteristics of a growth area. Future projections indicate that Exmouth will add approximately 941 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Exmouth has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely to affect the area. Notable ones include Learmonth And Curtin Raaf Upgrades, Sundrift Estate (Exmouth Marina), Sundrift Estate - Exmouth Marina Land Release, and HyEnergy Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Exmouth's workforce is skilled, with prominent tourism and hospitality sectors. As of June 2025, 2945 residents are employed, an unemployment rate of 1.8%.

The unemployment rate in Exmouth is 1.3% lower than the Rest of WA's rate of 3.2%, while workforce participation is higher at 66.7% compared to Rest of WA's 59.4%. Employment is concentrated in accommodation & food, public administration & safety, and retail trade. Notably, accommodation & food employs 2.4 times more than the regional average, whereas health care & social assistance employs only 5.6%, below Rest of WA's 11.9%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, Exmouth's labour force decreased by 2.3% and employment decreased by 2.5%, leading to a slight rise in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of WA saw employment growth of 1.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Exmouth's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.6% over five years and 11.7% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022. Exmouth had median taxpayer income of $51,715 and average income of $69,297. These figures were higher than national averages of $57,323 and $71,163 respectively across Rest of WA. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $59,059 and average income $79,137, based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year ended June 2022. Census data showed personal income ranked at the 68th percentile ($905 weekly) and household income at the 49th percentile. Income analysis indicated that 34.4% of residents (1,817 people) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, reflecting regional patterns where 31.1% occupied this range. After housing costs, 86.2% of income remained for other expenses. Exmouth's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

Exmouth is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Exmouth's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 74.3% houses and 25.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro WA's 76.7% houses and 23.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Exmouth was at 29.1%, similar to Non-Metro WA, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.8% and rented ones at 43.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $263, lower than Non-Metro WA's $240. Nationally, Exmouth's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Exmouth features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 63.8% of all households, including 25.5% couples with children, 31.3% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.2%, with lone person households at 30.2% and group households comprising 6.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of WA.

Exmouth faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Educational qualifications in Exmouth trail regional benchmarks, with 22.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 30.4% in Australia. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (33.8%). Educational participation is high, with 27.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.9% in primary education, 6.0% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education. A total of six schools operate within Exmouth, educating approximately 678 students. The educational mix includes two primary schools and four K-12 schools.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Exmouth's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Exmouth's health outcomes data shows excellent results across all age groups, with a very low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 54% (~2,874 people) of Exmouth's total population has private health cover, which is notably high. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 6.5% and 5.8% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 77.1%, report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 74.5% across the rest of WA. Exmouth has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 11.0% (582 people), than the rest of WA's 13.9%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Exmouth are strong and largely align with the general population's health profile.

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

Exmouth's cultural diversity aligns with the broader regional average, with 79.9% citizens, 78.4% born in Australia, and 91.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Exmouth at 33.2%. Judaism, while small at 0.1%, is notably higher than the regional average of 0%.

The top three ancestral groups are Australian (30.7%), English (29.9%), and Scottish (7.1%). Spanish (0.6%) and French (0.6%) are slightly overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.4% and 0.5%, respectively. Australian Aboriginal, at 4.7%, is underrepresented relative to the region's 9.3%.

Exmouth's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Exmouth is 35 years, which is lower than both the Rest of WA average of 40 years and the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Rest of WA, Exmouth has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (21.1%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (7.3%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, Exmouth's median age has decreased from 37 years to 35 years. Specifically, the percentage of residents aged 25-34 has increased from 17.1% to 21.1%, while those aged 35-44 have risen from 15.2% to 17.4%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 65-74 has decreased from 9.2% to 7.3%, and those aged 55-64 have dropped from 13.5% to 11.9%. By 2041, Exmouth's age composition is expected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to grow by 42%, reaching 1,583 from the current figure of 1,117. Meanwhile, population declines are forecast for those aged 55-64 and 85+.