Jandakot

Jandakot has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Jandakot stands at approximately 2,693 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 247 individuals (10.1%) from the 2,446 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 2,693 in June 2025 combined with 361 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The region has a density of 171 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low density and possibilities for future urban expansion. The growth rate of 10.1% since the 2021 census is higher than the national figure of 9.3%, placing the area among the regional growth leaders. This population rise was mainly fueled by overseas migration, which made up about 80.2% of the recent population increase.

AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For locations lacking this specific data, or to project changes beyond 2032, growth rates by age group from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data) are applied. Future projections suggest that population growth will be slightly below the national median for statistical areas, with a projected increase of 217 residents by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a total gain of 8.1% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Jandakot when compared nationally

On average, Jandakot records approximately 9 new dwelling approvals annually, with 45 residences approved during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 111 approved during FY-26 so far. The ratio of 3.7 people entering the area per constructed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) shows that supply remains behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives prices upward. New builds carry an average value of $530,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial project approvals reached $37.2 million during the current financial year, pointing to strong local business investment.

Jandakot shows significantly lower development levels compared to Greater Perth, standing at 63.0% below the regional average per capita. Although construction activity has risen lately, this limited supply of new dwellings generally supports demand and values for pre-existing properties. Development rates are also lower than the national benchmark, suggesting a mature market or local development constraints. All new residential builds have been standalone houses, preserving the low-density, family-oriented feel of the suburb for residents wanting space. The ratio of 1350 people in the area for each approved dwelling reflects this quiet and low-intensity development landscape.

Long-term forecasts indicate that Jandakot will add 217 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, residential supply should satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.

Jandakot has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40thth percentile nationally

Suburban performance is heavily affected by changes in local infrastructure, key developments, and planning choices. AreaSearch has identified a total of 38 projects expected to influence the area. Primary projects include the ASCEND Industrial Estate at Jandakot Airport, the Cockburn Wetlands Precinct Redevelopment, the Perth Surf Park, and Jandakot City, with the relevant developments listed in detail below.

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Jandakot ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Jandakot features a skilled workforce with a strong presence in essential services sectors and a low unemployment rate of 2.5%. In March 2026, there were 1,627 employed residents, and the unemployment rate was 1.7% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Participation in the workforce is close to the Greater Perth rate of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a modest 9.5% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The concentration of jobs in education & training is notably high, measuring 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, employing 4.5% of the local workforce compared to 6.8% in Greater Perth. With 3.7 jobs available for every resident at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a major employment center that draws workers from neighboring suburbs.

According to SALM and ABS data analyzed by AreaSearch, the local labor force contracted by 0.9% and total employment fell by 1.3% in the year leading up to March 2026, causing the unemployment rate to increase by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 2.0% and its labor force grow by 2.5%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand in Jandakot. These projections, spanning five and ten years, are mapped against local employment structures to project potential patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment in Jandakot could rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

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 statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the Jandakot SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $65,409 and an average of $78,502. This is considerably higher than the national averages, although it compares to a median of $60,748 and average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be around $72,558 for the median and $87,082 for the average. The 2021 Census placed weekly household incomes at the 84th percentile ($2,323). The largest income group comprises 32.9% of residents (885 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the surrounding region where 32.0% fall into this bracket. The area is highly affluent, with 37.2% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, which helps sustain high-end retail and local services. Residents retain 87.7% of their income after housing costs, showing high purchasing power, and the area ranks in the 8th decile on the SEIFA income index.

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

According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Jandakot consisted of 98.6% standalone houses and 1.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative options, compared to 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Perth. The home ownership rate of 41.3% was higher than the Perth metro average, with 45.9% of properties mortgaged and 12.8% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,167, which is higher than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $443 compared to the metro average of $350. Nationally, mortgage costs in Jandakot exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.

Jandakot features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up 85.3% of all households, consisting of 41.7% couples with children, 32.9% couples without children, and 8.9% single-parent households. Non-family households account for 14.7%, with single-person households at 14.1% and group households at 1.3%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Jandakot performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The proportion of residents in Jandakot with university qualifications is 28.0%, slightly below the national average of 30.4%, indicating a relatively competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.4% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 36.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.9% and certificates at 23.8%.

Participation in education is high, with 25.8% of the local population enrolled in study. This group includes 8.7% in secondary school, 7.9% in primary school, and 5.8% in tertiary studies.

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

Public transport options include 17 active bus stops in Jandakot operating across 6 routes, which provide a total of 1,046 passenger journeys per week. Accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 490 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential and most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary commute choice at 87%, followed by train travel at 8%. Average vehicle ownership is 2.1 per household, which is higher than the metropolitan average. A relatively low 9.5% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data that may reflect pandemic conditions.

The average service frequency across all routes is 149 journeys per day, which averages about 61 weekly trips for each transport stop.

Jandakot's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes in Jandakot are strong, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, showing low rates of common health conditions across age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 58% of the population (~1,561 people).

Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 6.7% and 6.2% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 71.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. The working-age cohort is healthy with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.9% of the population (564 people), higher than the 16.1% average in Greater Perth. Seniors in the area display strong health profiles, with rankings aligned with the general public.

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

Jandakot shows a higher level of cultural diversity than most areas, with 15.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 37.5% born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion at 57.7% of the population, compared to 45.0% in Greater Perth.

Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries are English at 28.7%, Australian at 21.7%, and Other at 9.7%. Some ethnic backgrounds show higher representation than the wider region, including South Australian at 2.8% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), Polish at 1.1% (compared to 0.7%), and Italian at 5.2% (compared to 4.2%).

Jandakot hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age of 44 in Jandakot is higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 11.7% compared to Greater Perth, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 12.5%. Since the 2021 Census, younger demographics have helped lower the median age by 1.5 years to 44. Specifically, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 5.1% to 7.6% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group rose from 10.3% to 12.5%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group shrank from 15.5% to 12.2%, while the 45 to 54 group fell from 14.7% to 12.3%. Looking to 2041, age structures are expected to shift, with the 85+ bracket showing the largest growth at 162%, adding 72 residents to reach 117. An aging trend is visible as residents aged 65 and older represent 57% of the projected growth, whereas the 65 to 74 group is expected to decrease by 18 residents.