Halls Head - Erskine

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

Halls Head-Erskine's population was 22,084 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents a growth of 2,179 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,905. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates and validated new addresses between June 2024 and the Census date. The population density was 1,549 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Halls Head-Erskine's growth rate of 10.9% since 2021 exceeded the national average of 8.9%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 48.7% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, 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). Considering projected demographic shifts, Halls Head-Erskine is expected to have an above median population growth by 2041, with a projected increase of 3,947 persons and a total increase of 17.9% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Halls Head - Erskine among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Halls Head-Erskine has seen approximately 104 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 524 homes. So far in FY-26, 21 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.2 new residents have moved into each home built per year between FY-21 and FY-25. The average construction cost of these new homes is $506,000.

In FY-26, commercial approvals valued at $4.7 million have been registered, indicating the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Halls Head-Erskine has 58.0% fewer building approvals per person. This scarcity typically drives up demand and prices for existing properties. Of the new dwellings approved, 79.0% are detached houses and 21.0% are attached dwellings, maintaining the area's suburban character.

With around 360 people moving in for each dwelling approved, Halls Head-Erskine shows a developed market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to add 3,949 residents by 2041. Development pace appears to be keeping up with this projected growth, but increasing competition among buyers is expected as the population expands.

Halls Head - Erskine has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that could impact the area, with key ones including Peelwood Parade Shopping Centre, Seaside Estate, Madora Bay - Stage 11 & 12, Waardong Court Multiple Dwellings, and Southern Beaches Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP). The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The labour market strength in Halls Head - Erskine positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Halls Head-Erskine has a balanced workforce with strong representation from manufacturing and industrial sectors. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.8%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.7%. There are 10,071 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, below Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 52.4% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Health care & social assistance, mining, and retail trade are the main employment sectors for residents.

Mining employs a significant share of workers, at 1.7 times the regional level. Professional & technical services employ only 4.1% of local workers, below Greater Perth's 8.2%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census data. In the year to June 2025, employment levels increased by 7.7%, labour force grew by 7.2%, and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Perth where employment rose by 3.7% and unemployment rose slightly. State-level data from Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. National forecasts project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Halls Head-Erskine's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

The Halls Head - Erskine SA2 had one of Australia's highest income levels according to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest ATO data for financial year 2022. The median income among taxpayers was $54,902 and the average income stood at $77,420, compared to Greater Perth's figures of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $62,698 (median) and $88,414 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Halls Head - Erskine all fell between the 21st and 26th percentiles nationally. Income analysis showed that the largest segment comprised 26.0% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (5,741 residents), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 32.0% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 83.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 26th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 4th decile.

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

Halls Head-Erskine's dwellings were 86.3% houses and 13.7% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other') in the latest Census, compared to Perth metro's 85.0% houses and 15.0% others. Home ownership there was 41.2%, with mortgages at 37.9% and rentals at 20.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, matching Perth metro's average. Median weekly rent was $350, compared to Perth metro's $300. Nationally, Halls Head-Erskine's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Halls Head - Erskine has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 72.4% of all households, including 25.5% couples with children, 35.6% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 27.6%, with lone person households at 25.8% and group households comprising 1.9%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Perth average.

Educational outcomes in Halls Head - Erskine fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (30.0%). Educational participation is high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (8.9%), secondary education (8.2%), and tertiary education (3.3%).

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

Halls Head-Erskine has 107 active public transport stops. These are bus stops served by five routes offering 813 weekly passenger trips in total. The average distance to the nearest stop for residents is 226 metres.

There are about 116 daily trips across all routes, which translates to roughly seven weekly trips per stop.

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

Halls Head - Erskine faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the total population (12,985 people), compared to 54.9% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 11.0% and 7.4% of residents respectively. 64.4% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.6% across Greater Perth. The area has 31.8% of residents aged 65 and over (7,029 people), higher than the 27.5% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Halls Head-Erskine shows higher-than-average cultural diversity, with 6.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 30.6% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 49.6%. Judaism is overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, comprising 0.1%.

The top ancestry groups are English (37.7%), Australian (25.0%), and Scottish (7.9%). Some ethnicities diverge from regional averages: Welsh at 1.0% (regional average 0.8%), South African also at 1.0% (regional average 0.8%), and Maori at 1.0% (regional average 1.2%).

Halls Head - Erskine hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Halls Head - Erskine has a median age of 49, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 75-84 make up 12.6% of the population, compared to 6.0% nationally, while those aged 25-34 account for 7.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group has grown from 10.2% to 12.6%, and the 85+ cohort has increased from 2.9% to 4.1%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 12.3% to 11.2%, and those aged 5-14 have decreased from 11.3% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Halls Head - Erskine's age structure. The 75-84 group is expected to grow by 63%, reaching 4,528 people from 2,775. The combined 65+ age groups will account for 88% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.