Area profile · Greater Perth
Gosnells has an estimated 24,142 residents, up 14.2% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Gosnells.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 19 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the Gosnells Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established community distinguished by picturesque natural spaces such as Centennial Pioneer Park and Sanctuary Waters, along with lively local destinations like the Gosnells Railway Markets. Backed by community hubs, sports clubs, and educational facilities, the suburb demonstrates steady expansion. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Gosnells to be approximately 24,142, reflecting an addition of 2,996 people (14.2%) since the 2021 Census recorded 21,146 residents. This growth calculation incorporates the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,945 recorded as of June 2025, alongside 309 Validated New Addresses documented since the Census date.
Demographically, the area exhibits a balanced age profile with a median age of 38, while presenting lower-quartile household income brackets and lower formal education levels. Housing stock features a strong semi-detached presence, supporting a highly diverse population with a substantial proportion born overseas.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 19 kilometres southeast from Perth CBD, the Gosnells Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established community distinguished by picturesque natural spaces such as Centennial Pioneer Park and Sanctuary Waters, along with lively local destinations like the Gosnells Railway Markets. Backed by community hubs, sports clubs, and educational facilities, the suburb demonstrates steady expansion. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population of Gosnells to be approximately 24,142, reflecting an addition of 2,996 people (14.2%) since the 2021 Census recorded 21,146 residents. This growth calculation incorporates the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,945 recorded as of June 2025, alongside 309 Validated New Addresses documented since the Census date.
Demographically, the area exhibits a balanced age profile with a median age of 38, while presenting lower-quartile household income brackets and lower formal education levels. Housing stock features a strong semi-detached presence, supporting a highly diverse population with a substantial proportion born overseas.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 17,748 in 2001 and 23,945 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 24,142 (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, 14.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.5%.
Gosnells ranks in the 91st percentile nationally for development activity and the 78th for cultural diversity.
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 Gosnells is $635 a week, up 8.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 12% below Greater Perth.
12% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $635 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Gosnells | $708 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosnells, over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 8 projects in Gosnells (1 under construction) and 76 more in the surrounding area.
The Southern River Business Park is a major 51-lot commercial and light industrial development by the City of Gosnells. Spanning 20 hectares, the project is designed to address the shortage of industrial land in Perth's south-east.
Rezoning of approximately 244.5 hectares from General Rural to Business Development to facilitate major industrial and commercial expansion near Perth Airport. The project involves Scheme Amendments No. 166 (Precinct 3B) and No. 169 (Precinct 2).
Major expansion of Buckley Caring Centre featuring new two-storey Tuart and Wandoo buildings with 74 residential aged care places over two levels[cite: 1]. The expansion includes private ensuite rooms organised in six-room pods, new main reception, commercial kitchen, laundry facilities, and workshop[cite: 1].
The Gosnells Town Centre Main Street Redevelopment is a City of Gosnells urban renewal project on a 3,391 sqm City-owned site bounded by Albany Highway, Main Street and Lissiman Street, opposite Gosnells railway station. The City sought expressions of interest for mixed-use, transit-oriented development.
A boutique residential estate comprising 59 carefully curated lots on 4.22 hectares, offering easy-to-build homesites ranging from 375 to 587 square metres. Located on the border of Southern River with excellent connectivity to amenities and transport.
The City of Gosnells is planning a Principal Shared Path between Hicks Street and Dorothy Street in Gosnells WA 6110, part of a route that will eventually link Armadale to Perth largely along the railway line. Stage one, from the Tonkin Highway underpass to Hicks Street, was completed in late 2025.
A $3.5 million upgrade featuring the largest all-abilities playground in the City of Gosnells, pedestrian bridges with viewing platform, Changing Places facility, accessible toilets, picnic areas with shade shelters and barbecues, yarning circle space, bush tucker and medicine garden, exercise equipment for seniors, flying fox, custom-made giant gilgie play…
A 36-lot infill subdivision offering green title lots nestled amongst natural open spaces with proximity to a river, parks, shops, schools, medical services, and public transport. Titles are expected in Early 2026. The Local Development Plan has been approved as of June 2025.
The Sutherlands Park Leisure, Aquatic and Sports Hub (SPLASH) was planned by the City of Gosnells in Huntingdale, Perth. The original concept was estimated at 132 million dollars, with an eight-lane outdoor 50-metre pool, indoor pools, a gymnasium and indoor courts.
Road duplication works delivered by the City of Gosnells along Burslem Drive from Olga Road towards the Canning River bridge. The project expands the corridor to a dual carriageway with improved intersections, upgraded cycling/pedestrian paths, and enhanced traffic management.
Master-planned residential subdivision across 9.44 hectares in Southern River Precinct 3B1. The development facilitates the creation of approximately 117 residential lots alongside public open space, drainage infrastructure, and foreshore conservation reserves.
Stage 3 road duplication works along Burslem Drive from the Olga Street roundabout towards the Burslem Drive Bridge in Gosnells. The project expands road capacity to handle rising traffic volumes and prepares the corridor for future bridge expansion works.
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Estimated completion year of the 39 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 11, 2027 7, 2028 8, 2029 2, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Gosnells over the period covered (about 1.8 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.8 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 94 | ABS building approvals | 78th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.8 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Gosnells SA2 include: Lissiman Street Improvement Plan (Planning); Southern River Business Park (Construction); Maddington Kenwick Strategic Employment Area Precincts 2 and 3B (Approved); Amaroo Village Buckley Caring Centre Expansion (Completed); and Rivercrest Estate (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Gosnells SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Gosnells SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 29th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Gosnells higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Gosnells SA2 area has seen 254 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Gosnells SA2's current population of 24,142 has been supported by 94 approvals on average over recent years.
The Gosnells SA2 has seen 4.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 190 people in the Gosnells SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Gosnells SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 94, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Gosnells SA2 has grown by approximately 2,296 people, while 470 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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 Gosnells are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,142 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +14.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,556 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 21,146 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,996 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 15.51 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Gosnells SA2 was estimated to be approximately 24,142 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,945 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The gosnells sa2 has added approximately 2,996 people and shown a 14.17% increase from the 21,146 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Gosnells SA2 is estimated at 1,557 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Gosnells SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Gosnells SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (84.0%), Natural increase (16.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 84.0% of overall population gains.
Gosnells's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.9% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Gosnells SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Gosnells is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Gosnells SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 12.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Gosnells SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 13.7% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Gosnells SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.1% of the population in the Gosnells SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.9% of the population in the Gosnells SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $49,299 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 13th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $58,714 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,254 | 2021 Census, weekly | 17th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $635 | 2021 Census, weekly | 16th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,550 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 32.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gosnells SA2 is approximately $52,770. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $49,299.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gosnells SA2 is approximately $62,847. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $58,714.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gosnells SA2 is approximately $52,770 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $49,299 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gosnells SA2 is approximately $62,847 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,714 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Gosnells SA2's households (~31.5% / 2,479 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Gosnells SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.5% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Gosnells SA2 is $1,254/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Gosnells SA2 is $1,550/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Gosnells SA2 is $635/wk.
The Gosnells SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $49,299 and an average of $58,714 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $52,770 (median) and $62,847 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Gosnells SA2 is $4,418 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The gosnells sa2's disposable income is $4,418 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Gosnells lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 10.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 61.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,711 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 20,130 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,964 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Gosnells SA2 has approximately 10,711 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 10.5%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Gosnells SA2 stands at 10.5%, which is 6.2 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Gosnells SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.0% of employment), retail trade (11.6%), and construction (10.4%). Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Gosnells SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Gosnells SA2 is 61.4%, 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 trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The gosnells sa2 shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 8.5% of the local workforce compared to 4.7% across Greater Perth. 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 gosnells sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Gosnells 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 | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
14.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Gosnells SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
47.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Gosnells SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The gosnells sa2 ranks in the 17th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Gosnells SA2 are: Certificate (28.9%), Bachelor Degree (10.5%), Advanced Diploma (9.6%).
30.1% of the population in the Gosnells SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.4% in primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, 3.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Gosnells SA2 is 941, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Gosnells SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,034 students.
The gosnells sa2 includes 6 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Gosnells features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.9% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 21.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,877 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,993 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 64.5% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Gosnells SA2 had 7,877 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 14.2% to an estimated 8,993 households today.
The average household size in the Gosnells SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 64.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.8%), group households (3.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,081 family households, couples with children account for 27.9% of all households, couples without children at home 21.1%, and single parent families 14.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Gosnells SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 31.8% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 64.5% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Gosnells SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 41.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 31.8% of all households in the Gosnells SA2, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.7% of households, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
Gosnells was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 39.1% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 72.0% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.9% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Gosnells scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 28.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.1% born overseas.
The main religion in Gosnells was found to be Christianity, which makes up 42.6% of people in Gosnells. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 11.1% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gosnells are English, comprising 27.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.0% of the population, and Other, comprising 17.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 3.4% of Gosnells (vs 1.4% across Greater Perth), Maori at 1.5% (vs 0.9%) and New Zealand at 0.9% (vs 0.8%).
39.1% of the Gosnells SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
28.0% of the population in the Gosnells SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
2.9% of the Gosnells SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
78.9% of the Gosnells SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gosnells is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 27th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Gosnells SA2, 26.9% of homes are owned outright, 40.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 32.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 81.0% of dwellings in the Gosnells SA2 are houses.
In the Gosnells SA2, 3.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Gosnells SA2 stands at 26.9%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Gosnells SA2 is $1,500, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Gosnells SA2 is $1,016, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Gosnells SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Gosnells SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Gosnells SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 23.1% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Gosnells SA2 consists of 81.0% detached houses, 15.8% semi-detached dwellings, 3.0% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gosnells consumes approximately 18.7% of median household income ($5,430 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gosnells show attached dwellings contributing 27% of approvals compared to 19% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 73% of applications versus 81% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Gosnells is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.7% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the Gosnells SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Gosnells SA2, 6.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.4% of people in the Gosnells SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.9% of the Gosnells SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.3% of people in the Gosnells SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Gosnells SA2, 47.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 53 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 146 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,975 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 165 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 146 public transport stops within the Gosnells SA2.
The Gosnells SA2 has 1,975 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 282 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 188 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 506 m away and the nearest school 685 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 146 stops nearby, 1,975 weekly trips, access rating 53 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 41st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 506 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 685 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 795 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 960 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 973 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Gosnells higher than 91% of real estate markets across the country.
Gosnells has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Gosnells is $635 a week, +8.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Gosnells are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Gosnells's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
The labour market performance in Gosnells lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Gosnells faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Gosnells features high concentrations of single parent families and lone person households but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Gosnells was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Gosnells is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Gosnells is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Gosnells has an estimated 24,142 residents, up 14.2% since the 2021 Census, with 8 projects tracked in Gosnells.
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 Gosnells.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (506041134). 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 (Oct 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 Gosnells 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 Gosnells 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.
