Madeley - Darch

Population growth drivers in Madeley - Darch are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Madeley-Darch's population is 15,442 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure reflects an increase of 8.8% since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,199 people. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: Madeley-Darch had 15,253 residents in June 2024 and gained 203 validated new addresses post-census. This results in a density ratio of 1,177 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Madeley-Darch's growth rate since the census is within 0.1 percentage points of the national average (8.9%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 73.9% of overall population gains during recent periods in the area.

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 utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Considering projected demographic shifts, Madeley-Darch is expected to grow by just below the median of national areas by 2041. The area's population is projected to increase by 5.5% over the 17 years from 2024 to 2041, adding approximately 1,039 persons based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Madeley - Darch among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Madeley - Darch has averaged approximately 43 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 216 homes. As of FY-26, 27 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.3 people have moved to the area per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating high demand outpacing supply. This typically puts upward pressure on prices and increases competition among buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $220,000, which is under regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing choices for buyers. In the current financial year, $12.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity. When compared to Greater Perth, Madeley - Darch shows substantially reduced construction, with 74.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes. This is also lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

New development consists of 96.0% detached dwellings and 4.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 418 people per dwelling approval, Madeley - Darch shows a developed market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by approximately 850 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Madeley - Darch 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 23 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Kingsway City Shopping Centre Serviced Apartments, Evida Darch, Wanneroo Road Intersection Upgrades, and East Landsdale Precinct - Madeley Release Area. The following details projects most relevant to the area.

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Employment conditions in Madeley - Darch demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Madeley - Darch has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.6% as of September 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.8%. In September 2025, 9,016 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.4% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation at 70.2%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade is particularly notable, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average.

Mining, however, is under-represented, with only 5.6% of Madeley - Darch's workforce compared to 7.0% in Greater Perth. The area functions as an employment hub, hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas, with a ratio of 1.4 workers per resident at the Census. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 3.8%, while labour force increased by 3.5%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.9%. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Madeley - Darch's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

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

Madeley-Darch SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $57,704 and an average of $69,919 in financial year 2022. This was higher than the national average, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $58,380 and average income of $78,020. By September 2025, current estimates project a median income of approximately $65,898 and an average of $79,847 based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes ranked at the 81st percentile ($2,261 weekly). Income analysis revealed that 36.5% of individuals (5,636) earned between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, consistent with regional trends showing 32.0% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners (32.4%) indicated strong economic capacity throughout the suburb. Housing accounted for 14.6% of income, ranking residents within the 82nd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

Madeley-Darch's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 91.2% houses and 8.9% other dwellings. Perth metro had 92.2% houses and 7.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in Madeley-Darch was 28.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.7% and rented ones at 16.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,898. Median weekly rent in Madeley-Darch was $450, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Madeley-Darch's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher at $450 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.5% of all households, including 50.4% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.5%, with lone person households at 15.2% and group households comprising 1.2%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 27.2% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA3 area average of 19.7%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 33.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 11.8% and certificates at 21.2%.

Educational participation is high, with 32.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.3% in primary education, 10.5% in secondary education, and 5.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis in Madeley - Darch shows 102 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 12 different routes that together facilitate 2,430 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents on average located 196 meters from the nearest stop.

Buses run an average of 347 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 23 weekly trips per individual stop.

Madeley - Darch's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Madeley - Darch's health outcomes show excellent results, with younger age groups having particularly low rates of common health conditions.

Approximately 54% (~8,400 people) have private health cover, a high rate compared to other areas. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 6.0% and 5.8% of residents respectively. A higher proportion, 76.3%, report being free from medical ailments compared to Greater Perth's 73.0%. The area has a relatively low percentage of seniors aged 65 and over, at 13.8% (2,127 people).

Madeley - Darch is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Madeley-Darch has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 41.2% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Madeley-Darch, making up 51.0% of people. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, comprising 7.4% versus 2.6%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (21.1%), Australian (18.6%), and Other (14.0%). South African, Macedonian, and Vietnamese ethnicities are notably overrepresented in Madeley-Darch compared to the regional averages.

Madeley - Darch's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Madeley - Darch as of 2021 was 38 years, similar to Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Madeley - Darch had a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (16.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (9.9%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the age group 55 to 64 increased from 9.1% to 10.9%, while the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 14.1% to 15.3%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.9% to 13.9%, and the 35 to 44 group fell from 15.8% to 14.5%. By 2041, Madeley - Darch's age composition is expected to change significantly. The 55 to 64 age group is projected to grow by 35%, reaching 2,273 from 1,678. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 62% of the population growth. Meanwhile, declines in population are projected for the 0 to 4 and 15 to 24 age cohorts.