Lockridge - Kiara

Lockridge - Kiara lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Lockridge-Kiara's population is 14,426 as of November 2025. This shows an increase of 1,908 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,518. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 14,418 in June 2024 and 158 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 987 persons per square kilometer. Lockridge-Kiara's 15.2% growth since the 2021 census exceeded national (8.9%) and state averages, indicating strong regional leadership. Interstate migration contributed approximately 39.2% to overall population gains recently.

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 estimates, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort from the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future trends project above-median population growth for national statistical areas. By 2041, Lockridge-Kiara is expected to grow by 3,424 persons, reflecting a total increase of 23.7% over the 17 years.

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

Lockridge-Kiara has received approximately 97 dwelling approvals per year on average over the past five financial years, totaling 489 homes. As of FY26, 22 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.5 people move to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating significant demand outpacing supply, which typically results in heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction cost value of new properties is $234,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

This financial year has seen $16.8 million in commercial development approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial growth. Compared to Greater Perth, Lockridge-Kiara has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 50th percentile nationally when assessed against other areas. New developments consist predominantly of detached houses (95%) with a smaller proportion of townhouses or apartments (5%), maintaining the area's suburban identity focused on family homes.

With approximately 324 people moving to Lockridge-Kiara for each dwelling approval, the developing market shows signs of growth. Population forecasts indicate that Lockridge-Kiara will gain around 3,416 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Development is keeping pace with projected population growth, although increasing competition among buyers can be expected as the population expands.

Lockridge - Kiara has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rdth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the region. Notable projects include Bushmead Estate by Cedar Woods, Bennett Springs East Structure Plan, The Avenues Caversham, and Altrove Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Lockridge - Kiara shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Lockridge-Kiara has an unemployment rate of 5.3% as of September 2025, with estimated employment growth of 1.5% over the past year. There are 7,969 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 6.3%, compared to Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is similar to Greater Perth at 65.2%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area specializes in transport, postal & warehousing with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level, but has lower representation in professional & technical services at 5.8% compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Employment levels increased by 1.5% from September 2024 to September 2025, while labour force increased by 2.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points.

In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with a state unemployment rate of 4.6% compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local projections based on Lockridge-Kiara's employment mix suggest a slower growth rate of 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Lockridge - Kiara SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $60,343 and an average of $71,827. Nationally, these figures are high compared to Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median would be approximately $68,912 and the average $82,026, based on a 14.2% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census data indicates incomes in Lockridge - Kiara cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows 36.8% of individuals earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to regional levels at 32.0%. High housing costs consume 16.7% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 53rd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Lockridge-Kiara's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 88.2% houses and 11.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 89.1% houses and 10.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Lockridge-Kiara was 22.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.5% and rented ones at 21.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, below Perth metro's average of $1,842. Median weekly rent in Lockridge-Kiara was $325, compared to Perth metro's $340. Nationally, Lockridge-Kiara's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Lockridge - Kiara has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.9% of all households, consisting of 37.9% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 12.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.1%, with lone person households at 22.1% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

Educational outcomes in Lockridge - Kiara fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

In Lockridge-Kiara Trail region, 23.6% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational credentials are held by 36.7% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 26.0%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.7% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 4.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Lockridge-Kiara shows that there are currently 76 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops are serviced by a mix of buses along seven individual routes. Together, these routes provide a total of 1,572 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility to transport is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 214 meters from their nearest transport stop. On average, service frequency across all routes amounts to 224 trips per day, which equates to about 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Lockridge - Kiara is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Lockridge-Kiara demonstrates above-average health outcomes with a low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population, although this is higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 55% (~7,977 people) of the total population has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 7.6% and 7.4% of residents respectively. 73.0% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.6% across Greater Perth. The area has 12.4% (1,785 people) of residents aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

Lockridge - Kiara 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

Lockridge-Kiara has a high level of cultural diversity, with 30.1% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 37.5% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Lockridge-Kiara, making up 45.4% of the population. However, there is an overrepresentation of 'Other' religions, comprising 2.4% compared to the Greater Perth average of 2.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (22.7%), Australian (20.1%), and Other (15.7%). Notably, Serbian (0.8%) and Filipino (3.3%) populations are overrepresented in Lockridge-Kiara compared to the regional averages of 0.3% and 2.4%, respectively. Additionally, the Croatian population is slightly overrepresented at 1.1%.

Lockridge - Kiara's population is younger than the national pattern

Lockridge's median age in 2021 was 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Perth's 37 and the national average of 38. The age group of 35-44 showed strong representation at 17.8%, compared to Greater Perth, while the 75-84 cohort was less prevalent at 3.9%. Between 2021 and the present, the 35-44 age group has grown from 16.2% to 17.8% of the population. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort has declined from 16.0% to 13.2%, and the 0-4 age group dropped from 8.3% to 7.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Lockridge-Kiara. The 45-54 age cohort is projected to increase significantly, growing by 735 people (41%) from 1,814 to 2,550. Meanwhile, the 35-44 cohort is expected to grow by a modest 0% (9 people).