Girrawheen

Girrawheen is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Girrawheen's population is around 10,129 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,232 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,897 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,057 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 46 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2,476 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Girrawheen's growth rate of 13.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (8.9%). Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 55.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends indicate a population increase just below the median of national areas to 2041, with an expected expansion of 454 persons reflecting an overall increase of 3.8% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Girrawheen among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Girrawheen has received approximately 51 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 257 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, 18 approvals have been recorded to date. On average, 4.3 new residents arrive annually for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. The supply of dwellings is lagging behind demand, which typically results in increased buyer competition and pricing pressures.

New homes are being built at an average cost of $286,000, below regional norms, indicating more affordable housing options for purchasers. This financial year has seen $6.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Girrawheen has significantly less development activity, which is 50.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction often reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes.

The building activity shows 76.0% detached houses and 24.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban character with a focus on detached housing that attracts space-seeking buyers. With around 363 people per dwelling approval, Girrawheen demonstrates a developed market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to grow by 382 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially allowing growth that exceeds current forecasts.

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

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are anticipated to impact the area significantly: Girrawheen Hub Precinct Redevelopment, TAFE Balga Campus Skills Hub, The Amble Estate (Former Hainsworth Primary School Site Redevelopment), and Perth Active Transport Network.

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Employment drivers in Girrawheen are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Girrawheen has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar employment. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are strongly represented.

The unemployment rate was 12.8% as of June 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 6.1%. There were 4,486 residents in work while the unemployment rate was 8.9%, significantly higher than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation lagged at 56.9% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%.

Employment concentration is high in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Manufacturing has notable employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. Professional & technical employment is limited at 4.5%, lower than the regional average of 8.2%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 6.1% while labour force increased by 4.0%, reducing unemployment by 1.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 3.7%. State-level data for WA up to Nov-25 shows employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6% compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Girrawheen's employment mix, local employment is expected to increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The median taxpayer income in Girrawheen SA2 was $45,445 and the average was $51,858 according to AreaSearch's postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022. This is lower than the national averages of $63,953 (median) and $78,165 (average). In Greater Perth, the median income was $58,380 and the average was $78,020 in the same year. Based on a 14.2% increase from Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $51,898 (median) and $59,222 (average). Girrawheen's household, family, and personal incomes all fall between the 9th and 16th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 30.8% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 3,119 residents in this category, similar to the surrounding region at 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.4% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 14th percentile nationally.

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

Girrawheen's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.0% houses and 23.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 92.2% houses and 7.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Girrawheen stood at 25.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.3% and rented ones at 35.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,400, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,898. Median weekly rent in Girrawheen was $293, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Girrawheen's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Girrawheen features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.2% of all households, including 26.5% couples with children, 19.9% couples without children, and 17.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.8%, consisting of 29.7% lone person households and 5.0% group households. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 14.9%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 26.4%. Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.2% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Girrawheen shows that there are currently 60 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 11 individual routes providing service to the region. The combined weekly passenger trips facilitated by these routes amount to 2,489.

The accessibility of transport in Girrawheen is considered excellent, with residents typically located an average of 176 meters from their nearest transport stop. Across all routes, the service frequency averages at 355 trips per day, which equates to approximately 41 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Girrawheen are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Girrawheen's health indicators show below-average results. Common health conditions are somewhat typical but higher than national averages among older cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46%, compared to Greater Perth's 53.8% and the national average of 55.3%.

The most common conditions are mental health issues (9.1%) and asthma (7.8%), with 69.0% reporting no medical ailments, compared to Greater Perth's 73.0%. Girrawheen has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 15.3%, compared to Greater Perth's 13.6%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Girrawheen is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Girrawheen has a high level of cultural diversity, with 40.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 43.3% born overseas. The predominant religion in Girrawheen is Christianity, accounting for 46.7% of the population. However, Buddhism is notably overrepresented, comprising 6.8% compared to the Greater Perth average of 2.7%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (21.8%), Other (21.7%), and Australian (18.2%). Vietnamese (5.7%) and Macedonian (1.6%) are overrepresented in Girrawheen compared to regional averages of 1.9% and 0.9%, respectively, while Serbian is slightly overrepresented at 0.6%.

Girrawheen's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Girrawheen's median age is 36 years, nearly matching Greater Perth's average of 37 years. This figure is modestly under the Australian median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Girrawheen has a higher concentration of residents aged 15-24 (13.7%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (14.2%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the 75-84 age group has grown from 4.5% to 5.4% of the population. Conversely, the 0-4 age cohort has declined from 6.6% to 5.9%. Demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Girrawheen's age profile by 2041. The 75-84 cohort is projected to grow by 63%, adding 344 residents to reach a total of 887. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 72% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 25-34 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.