Geraldton - North

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

Geraldton - North's population is around 9,906 as of May 2026. This reflects a growth of 1,360 people (15.9%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 8,546. The increase was inferred from ABS estimated resident population figures of 9,890 in June 2025 and an additional 74 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 69 persons per square kilometer. Geraldton - North's growth exceeded both its SA4 region (8.2%) and SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 47.1% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and overseas migration also being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, non-metropolitan areas nationally are projected to have above median population growth, with Geraldton - North expected to grow by 1,734 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 17.3% over the 16 years.

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

Geraldton - North averaged approximately 66 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 331 homes approved during this period. In FY26, up until now, 44 new dwellings have been approved. This region has seen an average of 3.7 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years.

The demand for housing significantly exceeds the supply of new properties, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost value of new properties in Geraldton - North is $256,000, aligning with regional trends. This year, $1.7 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, indicating a primary focus on residential development. Compared to the Rest of WA, Geraldton - North has 74.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers ample choice.

The area's building activity is predominantly detached dwellings at 98.0%, with only 2.0% being attached dwellings, maintaining its traditional low-density character and appealing to those seeking family homes with space. With around 168 people per approval, Geraldton - North reflects a developing area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to gain 1,718 residents by 2041. The current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Geraldton - North has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 1stth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence a region's performance. AreaSearch identified twelve projects potentially impacting the area. Notable ones include Glenfield Commercial Retail Hub, Proposed Northern Commercial Retail Hub (Lot 55 Chapman Road), Geraldton Heights Estate, and Geraldton Homemaker Centre Expansion. The following list details those most relevant.

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Geraldton - North ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Geraldton - North has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate was 2.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.1%. As of December 2025, there were 5,006 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1%, below Regional WA's rate of 3.5%.

Workforce participation was on par with Regional WA at 66.0%. According to Census responses, only 4.6% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area specializes in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 3.1%, compared to 9.3% regionally.

Over the year to December 2025, employment increased by 2.1% and labour force by 2.6%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Geraldton - North's employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Geraldton - North SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $59,747 and an average of $74,468. This is higher than the national averages. Regional WA has a median income of $59,973 and an average of $74,392. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $66,277 (median) and $82,607 (average). Census data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Geraldton - North cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 36.5% of residents (3,615 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which is similar to regional levels where 31.1% occupy this range. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Geraldton - North's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.1% houses and 4.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional WA's 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Geraldton - North was at 31.4%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (43.2%) or rented (25.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Regional WA's average of $1,560. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $310, compared to Regional WA's $265. Nationally, Geraldton - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Geraldton - North features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 78.6% of all households, including 34.6% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for 21.4%, with lone person households at 18.9% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Regional WA average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.9%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This discrepancy presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 10.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.9%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 45.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (35.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 32.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (13.1%), secondary education (9.6%), and tertiary education (2.2%).

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

Geraldton - North has 77 active public transport stops operating, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by three individual routes, collectively offering 201 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 215 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its primarily residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 4.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 28 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately two weekly trips per individual stop.

Geraldton - North's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Geraldton - North shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are low, especially among younger cohorts. Private health cover is high at approximately 56%, covering about 5,557 people. The most prevalent conditions are asthma (8.1%) and mental health issues (7.5%). A majority, 70.4%, report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the Regional WA average of 69.3%. Health outcomes for those under 65 are better than average. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 14.0% (1,391 people), compared to Regional WA's 19.2%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Geraldton - North are above average but rank lower nationally when compared to the broader population.

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

Geraldton-North, as per the 2016 Census, had a cultural diversity index of below average with 87.2% citizens, 85.6% born in Australia, and 94.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion at 47.4%. Islam's representation was slightly higher than regional WA at 0.9%.

Top ancestry groups were Australian (32.0%), English (30.7%), and Scottish (6.8%). Notable overrepresentation included Australian Aboriginal at 6.6%, South Australian at 0.7%, and Macedonian at 0.3%.

Geraldton - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Geraldton - North is 35 years, which is lower than Regional WA's average of 40 years and the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Regional WA, Geraldton - North has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.9%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (8.5%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the population aged 35-44 increased from 12.3% to 13.9%, while those aged 25-34 grew from 13.2% to 14.7%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 45-54 decreased from 14.1% to 11.6%, and the age group 5-14 saw a decline from 16.3% to 14.9%. By 2041, Geraldton - North's population is expected to experience significant shifts in its age composition. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 42%, reaching 2,068 people from 1,452. Meanwhile, both the 15-24 and 85+ age groups are anticipated to decrease in numbers.