Joondalup - Edgewater
Statistical Area - sa2

Joondalup - Edgewater is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Joondalup - Edgewater's population is approximately 15,475 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,630 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 13,845. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 15,348 in June 2024 and an additional 46 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 990 persons per square kilometer. Joondalup - Edgewater's growth rate of 11.8% since the 2021 census exceeds both the SA3 area average (8.9%) and the national average, indicating it as a region with significant population growth. Overseas migration contributed approximately 94.2% of overall population gains in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024, based on data from 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, using 2022 data as a base. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median of statistical areas analysed by AreaSearch, with Joondalup - Edgewater expected to grow by 859 persons to reach approximately 16,334 by 2041, representing a total increase of 4.7% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Joondalup - Edgewater recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Joondalup - Edgewater has seen approximately 18 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, 93 homes were approved, with a further 10 approved in FY26 so far. On average, each home built over these years accommodates around 11.7 new residents per year, indicating high demand outpacing supply and potentially driving up prices and increasing competition among buyers.

The average construction cost of new properties is $237,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers in the area. This financial year has seen $54.9 million in commercial approvals registered, indicating robust commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Joondalup - Edgewater has significantly less development activity, with 60% fewer approvals per person, which can strengthen demand and prices for existing properties due to the scarcity of new dwellings. This activity is also below the national average, suggesting an established market with potential planning limitations. Recent development in the area has consisted solely of standalone homes, maintaining its traditional suburban character focused on family homes.

This preference for detached housing (70% at Census) demonstrates strong ongoing demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures. The location currently has approximately 1081 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Future projections suggest Joondalup - Edgewater will add 732 residents by 2041, with construction maintaining a reasonable pace to meet projected growth, although buyers may face growing competition as the population increases.

Joondalup - Edgewater has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 38 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Joondalup Private Hospital Expansion (Private Component), Joondalup Health Campus Development Stage 2, Joondalup Private Hospital Expansion, and Boas Place Joondalup City Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Joondalup - Edgewater demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Joondalup - Edgewater has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.0% as of June 2025, lower than the Greater Perth average of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.6%. There were 8,989 residents employed, with a workforce participation rate matching Greater Perth's 65.2%. Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, education & training had an employment level of 1.2 times the regional average.

However, transport, postal & warehousing had limited presence at 3.3%, compared to the regional average of 4.7%. The area functioned as an employment hub with 1.5 workers per resident, hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 4.6% while the labour force grew by 4.0%, leading to a decrease in unemployment rate of 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with a slight increase in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage point. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Joondalup - Edgewater's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Joondalup - Edgewater had a median income among taxpayers of $57,794 and an average level of $74,371. These figures are high nationally compared to Greater Perth's levels of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $66,001 (median) and $84,932 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Joondalup - Edgewater cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 32.6% of locals (5,044 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with surrounding trends at 32.0%. High housing costs consume 15.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 53rd percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

In Joondalup - Edgewater, as per the latest Census evaluation, 69.5% of dwellings were houses while 30.5% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments and other dwellings. This contrasted with Perth metro's housing composition of 88.7% houses and 11.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Joondalup - Edgewater stood at 28.8%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 38.1% and rented properties making up 33.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,820, lower than Perth metro's average of $2,080. Median weekly rent in Joondalup - Edgewater was $360, compared to Perth metro's $400. Nationally, Joondalup - Edgewater's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863 and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Joondalup - Edgewater features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 68.8% of all households, including 27.4% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 31.2%, with lone person households at 26.2% and group households comprising 5.0%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Joondalup - Edgewater exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Tertiary education reaches 29.0% of residents aged 15+ in Joondalup - Edgewater. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 38.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 25.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 8.9% in tertiary education, 8.4% in primary education, and 6.4% pursuing secondary education. There are nine schools operating within Joondalup - Edgewater, educating approximately 4,068 students. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1040) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes three primary, five secondary, and one K-12 school. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 26.3 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 19.7, indicating that the area serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Transport analysis shows 132 active transport stops operating within Joondalup - Edgewater. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 48 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 4518 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 184 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 645 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 34 weekly trips per individual stop.

Joondalup - Edgewater's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Joondalup - Edgewater residents exhibit relatively positive health outcomes, with common health conditions occurring at a standard rate across both young and old age groups. Private health cover is high, with approximately 56% of the total population (~8,743 people) having it, compared to 59.3% in Greater Perth.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions, affecting 9.3 and 7.1% of residents respectively. Around 69.3% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 71.5% across Greater Perth. The area has 20.3% of residents aged 65 and over (3,144 people), with health outcomes among seniors being above average and broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Joondalup - Edgewater 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

Joondalup-Edgewater has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 15.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 46.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Joondalup-Edgewater, making up 45.2% of its population. However, Islam is overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, with 2.0% versus 0.9%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (34.6%), Australian (18.2%), and Other (9.9%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: Welsh is equally represented at 1.1%, South African is slightly underrepresented at 1.6% compared to the regional average of 1.8%, and Dutch is slightly overrepresented at 1.8%.

Joondalup - Edgewater's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Joondalup - Edgewater has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. Compared to the Greater Perth average, the 65-74 age group is notably over-represented at 11.6% locally, while the 5-14 age group is under-represented at 10.2%. Between 2021 and present, the 65-74 age group has grown from 10.5% to 11.6%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 5.1% to 6.2%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has declined from 13.9% to 12.3%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Joondalup - Edgewater's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 786 people (82%), from 957 to 1,744. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 95% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 55-64 and 15-24 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.