Falcon - Wannanup
Statistical Area - sa2

Falcon - Wannanup lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Falcon-Wannanup's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 10,964, indicating a 13.5% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 9,664 people. This rise is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 10,935 in June 2024 and 63 additional validated addresses since the Census date. The population density is around 1,143 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages found across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Falcon-Wannanup's growth rate surpassed both national (8.6%) and state averages, making it a regional growth leader. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 54.7% of population gains in recent periods, although all factors including overseas migration and natural growth contributed positively. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for each SA2 area, and employs ABS Greater Capital Region projections from 2023 (based on 2022 data) to estimate post-2032 growth.

By 2041, Falcon-Wannanup's population is projected to grow by 2,101 persons, representing an 18.9% increase over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Falcon - Wannanup was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Falcon-Wannanup has had around 95 new homes approved annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides development approval data on a financial year basis, totalling 479 approvals from FY21 to FY25, with 17 recorded in FY26 so far. On average, 3 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years. This demand outpaces supply, potentially increasing prices and competition among buyers.

New dwellings are developed at an average cost of $508,000. In FY26, $6.6 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded. Falcon-Wannanup shows approximately 75% of Greater Perth's construction activity per person and ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for areas assessed.

New development consists mainly of standalone homes (97.0%) and attached dwellings (3.0%), maintaining the area's suburban character focused on family homes. With around 123 people per approval, Falcon-Wannanup reflects a developing area. Population forecasts indicate it will gain 2,072 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially exceeding current population growth forecasts.

Falcon - Wannanup has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 15thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes to its local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. A single project has been identified by AreaSearch that is expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Yalgorup National Park Eco-Tourism Development, Southern Beaches Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP), Dawesville Community Centre (Djilba-Wardarn Bo), and Additional Australind Trains Procurement. The following list provides details on those projects most likely to be relevant.

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Employment conditions in Falcon - Wannanup demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Falcon-Wannanup has a diverse workforce with both white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

The unemployment rate was 2.4% in June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 7.5% over the previous year. In comparison to Greater Perth's unemployment rate of 3.9%, Falcon-Wannanup's was 1.5% lower. However, workforce participation was significantly lower at 52.3%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, mining, and construction.

Mining employment is particularly high, at 1.8 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services employ only 3.6% of local workers, compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. Employment opportunities may be limited locally as indicated by Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 7.5%, labour force grew by 7.2%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 3.7% while unemployment rose slightly. Statewide in WA, employment contracted by 0.82% between Sep-24 and Sep-25, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. National figures show a 0.26% employment growth and a 4.5% unemployment rate. Job forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia indicate national employment will grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Falcon-Wannanup's current employment mix suggests potential local growth of approximately 5.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows median income in Falcon - Wannanup is $53,658. Average income stands at $75,666. This contrasts with Greater Perth's median income of $58,380 and average income of $78,020. Using Wage Price Index growth of 11.61% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of March 2025 are approximately $59,888 (median) and $84,451 (average). Census 2021 income data shows Falcon - Wannanup's household, family and personal incomes fall between the 19th and 20th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 26.0% of residents (2,850 people), similar to surrounding regions at 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 20th percentile.

Falcon - Wannanup is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Falcon-Wannanup, as per the latest Census, 93.1% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 6.9% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types of housing. This is compared to Perth metro's 85.0% houses and 15.0% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Falcon-Wannanup was 41.5%, with mortgaged properties at 36.3% and rented ones at 22.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, aligning with Perth metro's average. The median weekly rent figure was $320, compared to Perth metro's $300. Nationally, Falcon-Wannanup's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were significantly below the national figure of $375.

Falcon - Wannanup has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 71.9% of all households, including 23.8% couples with children, 36.6% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.1%, with lone person households at 25.8% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Falcon - Wannanup fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 15.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (32.3%).

A total of 24.2% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, comprising 8.8% in primary, 7.2% in secondary, and 2.9% in tertiary education. Falcon Primary School serves the local area with an enrollment of 540 students. The school, located in Falcon - Wannanup, has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 996) and offers balanced educational opportunities. It focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited at 4.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.3, resulting in many families traveling for schooling.

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

The transport analysis shows 69 active stops in operation within Falcon-Wannanup, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by six different routes that together facilitate 609 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents on average located just 229 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages at 87 trips per day, equating to approximately eight weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Falcon - Wannanup is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Falcon-Wannanup faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 57% of its total population (~6,260 people) have private health cover, compared to 54.9% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 10.6 and 8.0% of residents respectively. 65.3% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.6% across Greater Perth. As of 2016, 31.6% of residents are aged 65 and over (3,463 people), higher than the 27.5% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors in Falcon-Wannanup are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

Falcon - Wannanup ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Falcon-Wannanup was found to have a below average level of cultural diversity, with 73.9% of its population born in Australia, 88.9% being citizens, and 95.5% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Falcon-Wannanup was Christianity, comprising 47.5% of the population. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented in Falcon-Wannanup, making up 0.1% compared to 0% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English (36.7%), Australian (26.5%), and Scottish (8.3%). There were also notable differences in the representation of Welsh (1.2% vs regional 0.8%), Dutch (1.8% vs 1.6%), and Maori (1.1% vs 1.2%) groups.

Falcon - Wannanup hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Falcon-Wannanup has a median age of 49, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and the national average of 38. The most prominent age group in Falcon-Wannanup is those aged 65-74 (18.1%), while the 25-34 group is smaller at 7.8% compared to Greater Perth. This concentration of 65-74 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 7.9% to 10.9%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 15.8% to 14.5% and the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 12.8% to 11.6%. By 2041, demographic projections show that the 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 81%, reaching 2,175 people from its current figure of 1,198. The combined population aged 65 and above will account for 86% of total population growth in Falcon-Wannanup, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups are projected to experience population declines.