Hazelmere - Guildford

Hazelmere - Guildford lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Hazelmere - Guildford has a population of approximately 7,665 as of May 2026, according to analysis by AreaSearch. Compared to the 5,408 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a population rise of 2,257 individuals, or 41.7%. The calculation is based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,590, combined with 671 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 453 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for potential growth. Hazelmere - Guildford's 41.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census paced ahead of the national level of 9.3% and the state average, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Population gains were mostly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 64.5% of the growth, although all expansion sources, including natural increase and overseas migration, remained positive.

AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year for each SA2. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate expansion after 2032, AreaSearch utilizes growth rates by age cohort from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Moving forward, demographic projections point to substantial population gains in the top quartile of statistical areas nationwide, with this specific locality projected to grow by 2,191 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 27.6% increase over the 16 years.

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

Hazelmere - Guildford has recorded about 189 annual new home approvals, summing to 946 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 182 approvals have been documented so far. An average of 2.5 residents per year moved into the area for each new home built over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, reflecting solid demand supporting local property values, with new dwellings carrying an average construction value of $273,000. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $36.6 million during this financial year, showing active commercial investment.

Hazelmere - Guildford registered 152.0% more new home approvals per capita than Greater Perth, expanding choices for buyers despite a recent moderation in construction activity. This volume is significantly higher than the national rate, highlighting strong developer confidence in the area. Detached houses accounted for 99.0% of new building activity, while townhouses or apartments made up 1.0%, maintaining the low-density profile of the area which appeals to buyers seeking extra space. The area averages roughly 42 people for every dwelling approval, pointing to a growing market.

Long-term forecasts suggest Hazelmere - Guildford will add 2,116 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, new dwelling supply is expected to satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth beyond existing forecasts.

Hazelmere - Guildford has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure updates, major works, and local planning policies have a significant impact on local market performance. AreaSearch has tracked 26 projects expected to influence the area. Prominent works include the Hazelmere Interchange, Forrestfield / High Wycombe Industrial Area, METRONET East High Wycombe Precinct Social Housing Component, and the Lot 912 Bushmead Residential Development, with key details provided below.

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The exceptional employment performance in Hazelmere - Guildford places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Hazelmere - Guildford has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of only 2.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.9% over the past year. Employed residents totaled 4,330 as of March 2026, while the local unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Labor force participation is highly consistent with the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a low 9.3% of workers worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area exhibits a high concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment share is 1.6 times the regional average. In contrast, health care & social assistance has a lower share at 12.3% compared to the regional average of 14.8%. With 1.4 jobs available for every resident worker at the time of the Census, the area serves as an employment hub, drawing in workers from surrounding suburbs.

Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12-month period, employment grew by 3.9 percent while the labour force expanded by 4.0 percent, resulting in an increase of 0.1 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.0 percent and labour force growth of 2.5 percent, accompanied by a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional context regarding potential future demand in the Hazelmere - Guildford area. These projections span five and ten-year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6 percent over five years and 13.7 percent over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to the employment mix of Hazelmere - Guildford, local employment is estimated to increase by 6.1 percent over five years and 12.9 percent over ten years. This calculation represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the Hazelmere - Guildford SA2 is $64,271, with an average of $76,648. This is highly elevated on a national scale, compared to the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, local incomes are estimated at $71,296 for the median and $85,026 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census ranked household, family, and individual incomes in Hazelmere - Guildford highly, placing them between the 72nd and 80th percentiles nationwide. The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 33.8% of residents (2,590 people), which is similar to the wider region where 32.0% fall into this bracket. Higher earners are well represented, with 30.4% earning over $3,000 per week, indicating robust local purchasing power. Housing costs consume 15.0% of income, placing residents in the 74th percentile for disposable income, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile for income.

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

The housing profile in Hazelmere - Guildford at the latest Census consisted of 93.4% houses and 6.6% other dwelling types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to the Perth metro split of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hazelmere - Guildford stood at 29.1%, matching the metropolitan average, with the remaining homes being mortgaged (54.4%) or rented (16.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 was higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while the median weekly rent of $390 exceeded the metropolitan average of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in Hazelmere - Guildford are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.

Hazelmere - Guildford has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households represent 75.3% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 34.5%, couples without children at 29.6%, and single parents at 9.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.7%, with single person homes at 22.2% and group houses making up 2.5%. The median household size of 2.6 residents is identical to the Greater Perth average.

Educational attainment in Hazelmere - Guildford aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The local educational profile is highly competitive within the region, with tertiary qualification rates at 27.4% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the SA3 average of 19.7% and the SA4 average of 24.3%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education is also prominent, with 38.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.6% and certificates at 28.0%.

Educational enrollment is high, with 26.9% of the population participating in formal studies. This group includes 9.8% in primary schools, 6.8% in secondary schools, and 4.4% in tertiary programs.

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

Public transport services in Hazelmere - Guildford include 94 active bus stops. These stops are served by 4 routes, which support a total of 641 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 211 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is mostly residential with a high rate of outward commuting; private vehicles are the primary mode of travel at 85%, while train travel accounts for 7%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars per household, exceeding the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.3% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect COVID-19 circumstances.

Service frequency across the network averages 91 daily runs, representing approximately 6 weekly trips per individual transit stop.

Hazelmere - Guildford's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health indicators show strong outcomes across Hazelmere - Guildford, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and chronic disease rates, with younger age groups showing particularly low rates of common illnesses. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of the population (~4,369 people) holding private cover.

Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical issues, affecting 8.5% and 7.6% of residents, respectively. A total of 69.8% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.3% of the population (1,093 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth proportion of 16.1%, and also ranks lower than national averages.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hazelmere - Guildford was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Hazelmere - Guildford exhibits higher cultural diversity than most areas, with 12.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 29.6% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.7% of the population. Buddhism shows a notable presence at 1.7% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.

Regarding parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries are English at 30.0%, Australian at 23.8%, and Other at 7.7%. Specific ethnic groups show unique concentrations compared to the wider region: New Zealanders account for 1.4% of the population (vs 0.8% regionally), Welsh heritage stands at 0.9% (vs 0.7%), and Dutch ancestry is at 1.8% (vs 1.5%).

Hazelmere - Guildford's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

With a median age of 37, the population is equal in age to Greater Perth and close to the Australian average of 38. The 35 - 44 cohort is highly represented at 17.3% relative to the metropolitan area, while the 15 - 24 age group is less common at 10.7%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 9.2% to 10.7% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.4% to 11.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age profile, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to expand by 41% (382 people) to reach 1,313 from 930, while the 5 to 14 cohort is projected to grow by 5% (42 people).