Innaloo - Doubleview

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

Innaloo-Doubleview's population was around 20,760 as of May 2026. This showed an increase of 2,292 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 18,468. The growth was inferred from ABS data: an estimated resident population of 20,721 in June 2025 and 156 new addresses validated since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 3,700 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate of 12.4% since the 2021 census exceeded the national average of 9.3%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 74.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 growth estimation, AreaSearch utilises ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Population projections indicate above median growth nationally, with Innaloo-Doubleview expected to grow by 3,354 persons to 2041, reflecting a 16.0% increase over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Innaloo - Doubleview among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Innaloo-Doubleview has approved approximately 97 residential properties annually. Between FY21-FY25, it granted approvals for 488 homes, with an additional 68 approved in FY26 so far. Each dwelling built attracted an average of 4.2 people over the past five financial years, indicating substantial demand outstripping supply and potential buyer competition.

New properties are constructed at an average cost of $249,000. This year has seen $12.0 million in commercial approvals, reflecting steady investment activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Innaloo-Doubleview exhibits moderately higher development activity (16.0% above regional average per person over the five-year period), balancing buyer choice and supporting current property values.

New developments comprise 59.0% detached dwellings and 41.0% attached dwellings, offering options across various price points. With around 247 people per approval, Innaloo-Doubleview reflects a transitioning market. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 3,315 residents, with building activity aligning with growth projections despite potential buyer competition as population increases.

Innaloo - Doubleview has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 29 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Westfield Innaloo Redevelopment (Westfield Stirling), Doubleview Underground Power Project, Odin Road Residential Infill, and Stephenson Avenue Extension. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Innaloo - Doubleview demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Innaloo - Doubleview has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 3.0% as of December 2025, which is lower than Greater Perth's rate of 4.1%. Employment grew by an estimated 4.4% over the past year.

As of December 2025, 12,869 residents were in work and the unemployment rate was 3.0%, with a workforce participation rate of 76.0%. According to Census responses, 9.6% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training sectors. The area has a particular specialization in professional & technical employment, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Manufacturing, however, is under-represented at 3.1% compared to Greater Perth's 5.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. Over the 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 4.4%, labour force grew by 4.2%, and unemployment fell by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.3%, labour force growth of 2.6%, and an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Innaloo - Doubleview's employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections.

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

Innaloo - Doubleview SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $68,455 and an average income of $92,730 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Nationally, these figures are extremely high, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $75,937 (median) and $102,865 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual earnings in Innaloo - Doubleview SA2 stood out at the 87th percentile nationally with weekly earnings of $1,126. Distribution data showed that the largest segment comprised 30.1% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (6,248 residents), consistent with broader trends across the region showing 32.0% in the same category. Economic strength was evident through 31.8% of households achieving high weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, supporting elevated consumer spending. High housing costs consumed 16.2% of income, but strong earnings still placed disposable income at the 68th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

Innaloo - Doubleview displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Innaloo-Doubleview's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 52.0% houses and 48.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Perth metro had 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Innaloo-Doubleview was at 23.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.9% and rented ones at 36.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,037, higher than Perth metro's $1,907. Median weekly rent in Innaloo-Doubleview was $400, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863 and rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Innaloo - Doubleview features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 62.1% of all households, including 25.6% couples with children, 25.1% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.9%, with lone person households at 31.8% and group households comprising 6.0%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Innaloo - Doubleview shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

In Innaloo - Doubleview, the percentage of residents aged 15 and above with university qualifications is 41.6%, which is higher than both Western Australia's state average of 27.9% and the SA4 region average of 29.0%. This indicates a significant educational advantage for the area. Among these residents, bachelor degrees are the most common at 28.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent in Innaloo - Doubleview, with 30.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications.

This includes advanced diplomas held by 11.5% of residents and certificates held by 18.5%. Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% enrolled in primary education, 7.1% in tertiary education, and 6.5% pursuing secondary education.

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

Innaloo - Doubleview has 101 active public transport stops operating, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 15 different routes that collectively facilitate 2,961 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 168 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential region, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 77% of residents, while trains and buses account for 12% and 6% respectively. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.2, which is below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 9.6% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 423 trips made daily across all routes, equating to approximately 29 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops in relation to the location's centerpoint.

The level of general health in Innaloo - Doubleview is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Innaloo - Doubleview shows superior health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is low across both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 67% of the total population (13,867 people), compared to 59.0% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues affecting 8.6% of residents and asthma impacting 6.9%. A total of 72.7% reported being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 15.4% of residents aged 65 and over (3,199 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Innaloo-Doubleview, surveyed in June 2016, had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 18.7% speaking languages other than English at home and 34.2% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 42.9%. Judaism, at 0.2%, was slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Perth's 0.3%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.0%), Australian (21.2%), and Other (9.6%). Notable differences included South Australian (1.0% vs regional 1.0%), Croatian (1.0% vs 0.8%), and Polish (1.0% vs 0.7%) groups.

Innaloo - Doubleview's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Innaloo - Doubleview's median age is nearly 36 years, closely matching Greater Perth's average of 37 years, which is slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Innaloo - Doubleview has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.9%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (9.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present day, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 16.7% to 17.9%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 20.3% to 18.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Innaloo - Doubleview's age profile. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 72%, adding 732 residents to reach a total of 1,750. In contrast, the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are projected to decrease in number.