Little Grove - Elleker

An assessment of population growth drivers in Little Grove - Elleker reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Little Grove - Elleker's population was around 3,934 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents an increase of 255 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,679. The growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 3,901 in June 2024 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 27 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Little Grove - Elleker has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.8%, outperforming its SA4 region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 48.9% to overall population gains during recent periods, though natural growth and overseas migration also played positive roles.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Future population trends suggest an increase just below the median for regional areas nationally, with Little Grove - Elleker expected to expand by 340 persons to reach a total of 4,274 by 2041, reflecting a gain of 7.8% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Little Grove - Elleker according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Little Grove - Elleker has seen approximately 19 new homes approved each year. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 95 homes were approved, with an additional 5 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 0.8 new residents arrive per new home annually during these years.

This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more options for buyers and facilitating population growth that could surpass current expectations. The average expected construction cost of new dwellings is $345,000. In FY26, $806,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting a primary focus on residential development.

Compared to the rest of WA, Little Grove - Elleker has seen about 13.0% less new development per person. Nationally, it ranks at the 66th percentile for areas assessed. Recent construction in Little Grove - Elleker comprises approximately 85.0% detached houses and 15.0% medium to high-density housing. This maintains the area's traditional low-density character while focusing on family homes that appeal to those seeking space. With around 218 people per approval, the market is transitioning. Looking ahead, Little Grove - Elleker is projected to grow by approximately 307 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Little Grove - Elleker has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects that may impact this region. Notable ones include Yakamia/Lange Structure Plan, Albany Waterfront Redevelopment, South Lockyer Structure Plan, and Mount Lockyer Primary School Rebuild. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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The labour market in Little Grove - Elleker shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Little Grove - Elleker has an unemployment rate of 1.0% as of September 2025, with 1,866 residents employed. This is 2.3% lower than the Rest of WA's rate of 3.3%.

Workforce participation in Little Grove - Elleker lags at 52.6%, compared to the Rest of WA's 59.4%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training sectors. Construction stands out with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, mining shows lower representation at 2.9% versus the regional average of 11.7%.

Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 4.4%, and employment declined by 3.9%, leading to a fall in unemployment by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of WA experienced employment growth of 1.4% and labour force growth of 1.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Little Grove - Elleker's employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Little Grove - Elleker SA2 had an income level below the national average according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year ended June 30, 2022. The median income among taxpayers was $48,678 and the average income stood at $61,353. This compared to figures for Rest of WA's of $57,323 and $71,163 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2022 estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $55,590 and average income around $70,065 by September 2025. According to the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Little Grove - Elleker ranked modestly between the 32nd and 35th percentiles. Income brackets indicated that the largest segment comprised 32.8% earning $1,500-$2,999 weekly (1,290 residents), aligning with the broader area where this cohort likewise represented 31.1%. Housing costs were manageable with 88.2% retained, however disposable income sat below average at the 40th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

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

Little Grove - Elleker's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.8% houses and 9.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro WA's figures of 92.1% houses and 8.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Little Grove - Elleker stood at 50.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.7% and rented dwellings at 14.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,700, higher than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,490. Median weekly rent in the area was recorded at $275, slightly lower than Non-Metro WA's figure of $280. Nationally, Little Grove - Elleker's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Little Grove - Elleker has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 73.9% of all households, consisting of 27.2% couples with children, 39.2% couples without children, and 6.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.1%, with lone person households at 24.2% and group households making up 2.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of WA.

Little Grove - Elleker performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 19.8%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 27.7%. Educational participation is high, with 31.4% currently enrolled in formal education: 12.2% in secondary, 10.2% in primary, and 2.4% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.2% in secondary education, 10.2% in primary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Little Grove - Elleker has 18 active public transport stops. All are bus stops. One route services these stops, offering 20 weekly passenger trips in total.

Residents' access to transport is limited, with an average distance of 1747 meters to the nearest stop. Buses run approximately twice daily across all routes, resulting in about one weekly trip per stop.

Health outcomes in Little Grove - Elleker are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Little Grove - Elleker shows below-average health outcomes with common conditions being slightly more prevalent across both younger and older age groups compared to average.

Approximately 51% (~1990 people) have private health cover, which is relatively low. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 9.9%) and mental health issues (8.3%). In contrast, 66.2% of residents report no medical ailments compared to 64.7% in the rest of WA. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 24.2% (950 people) compared to 21.0% in Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

Little Grove - Elleker ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Little Grove-Elleker, surveyed in August 2016, had a cultural diversity index of below average. Its population was predominantly Australian citizens (83.2%), born in Australia (79.7%), and speaking English only at home (96.8%). Christianity was the major religion, practiced by 38.3% of the population.

Buddhism, though a minority, showed an overrepresentation compared to the rest of WA, with 1.1% versus 0.9%. The top three ancestry groups were English (36.8%), Australian (28.5%), and Scottish (8.4%). Notable divergences included Dutch (3.4% vs regional 2.3%), Polish (1.2% vs 0.7%), and Welsh (0.8% vs 0.7%).

Little Grove - Elleker hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Little Grove - Elleker's median age is 47 years, significantly higher than Rest of WA's 40 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Rest of WA, Little Grove - Elleker has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (15.0%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (10.3%). This 65-74 concentration is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.0% to 10.6%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 16.7% to 14.4%. By 2041, Little Grove - Elleker's age composition is expected to change notably. The 35 to 44 group is projected to grow by 27%, reaching 633 people from the current 498. Conversely, the 85+ and 55 to 64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.