Mandurah - East
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Mandurah - East's population is around 8260 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 1661 people (25.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6599 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 7627 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 385 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 205 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Mandurah - East's growth exceeded the national average (8.9%) and state average since the 2021 census, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 75% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected, with the area expected to grow by 1608 persons to 2041, recording a gain of 11.8% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Mandurah - East was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Mandurah - East has seen approximately 131 dwellings receive development approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 656 homes. Up to FY26, 83 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.7 new residents arrive per year for each new home constructed between FY21 and FY25. The market shows a balanced supply and demand, supporting stable conditions.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $310,000. This financial year has seen $2.4 million in commercial approvals, indicating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Mandurah - East exhibits 54.0% higher development activity per person, offering greater choice for buyers and suggesting strong developer confidence. New building activity comprises 96.0% standalone homes and 4.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 52 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating an expanding market.

Population forecasts project Mandurah - East to gain 975 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Mandurah - East has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 18thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Mandurah Health Precinct Structure Plan, Structure Plan Lot 601 Old Pinjarra Road, Varsity Park Estate, and Central Park Estate. The following list details those most relevant:.

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The labour market in Mandurah - East shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Mandurah - East has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, particularly in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.5% as of June 2025, lower than Greater Perth's 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.8%. There are 3,377 residents employed currently, with a workforce participation rate of 50.8%, significantly lower than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading industries for employment among residents include mining, construction, and health care & social assistance. Mining is notably concentrated in the area, with employment levels at 2.1 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 3.5% of Mandurah - East's workforce compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. The predominantly residential area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 7.8% while labour force grew by 7.2%, 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 an increase in unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage point. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mandurah - East's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows Mandurah - East had a median income of $50,467 and an average income of $69,907. Nationally, the median was $58,380 with an average of $78,020. By September 2025, estimates suggest Mandurah - East's median income could be approximately $57,633 and average $79,834, based on a 14.2% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census 2021 data ranks Mandurah - East's household, family, and personal incomes between the 17th and 24th percentiles nationally. Income distribution in Mandurah - East is dominated by a cohort of 27.0% (2,230 people) earning $1,500 - $2,999 annually, similar to the broader area where 32.0% fall into this income range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Mandurah - East, with only 83.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 24th percentile nationally.

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

Mandurah - East's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.7% houses and 6.3% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Perth metro's 85.0% houses and 15.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mandurah - East stood at 42.5%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (36.9%) or rented (20.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,799, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Mandurah - East was $320, compared to Perth metro's $300. Nationally, Mandurah - East's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Mandurah - East has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 71.8% of all households, including 24.1% couples with children, 36.0% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 28.2%, with lone person households at 25.7% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Greater Perth average.

Mandurah - East faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 10.6%, significantly below the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 7.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 45.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 34.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education. Austin Cove Baptist College - California Crescent Campus provides local educational services within Mandurah - East, with an enrollment of 0 students as of the latest available data (2021). All schools offer integrated K-12 education, providing continuity throughout students' academic journey. With no schools located within Mandurah - East, residents must travel to neighboring areas for educational services. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to parent campus.

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

The analysis shows 50 active public transport stops in Mandurah - East, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together offer 127 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of the transport is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 442 meters from their nearest stop.

On average, there are 18 trips per day across all routes, which equates to roughly two weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Mandurah - East is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Mandurah - East faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is high, at approximately 54%, or about 4,493 people. The most common conditions are arthritis (10.3%) and mental health issues (8.6%). In contrast, 62.1% reported no medical ailments, compared to 63.6% in Greater Perth. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 30.5%, or 2,516 people, higher than the 27.5% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, outperforming general population metrics.

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

Mandurah-East was found to have low cultural diversity, with 80.0% of its population born in Australia, 88.5% being citizens, and 97.0% speaking English only at home as of the latest census data. Christianity is the dominant religion in Mandurah-East, comprising 45.1% of its population. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented in Mandurah-East compared to Greater Perth, with 0.1% of its population identifying as Jewish.

The top three ancestral groups in Mandurah-East are English (37.8%), Australian (29.8%), and Scottish (8.1%). There are also notable differences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: New Zealanders comprise 1.0% of Mandurah-East's population compared to 1.0% regionally, Maori people make up 0.9% versus 1.2%, and Dutch residents account for 1.6% compared to 1.6%.

Mandurah - East hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Mandurah - East has a median age of 49, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 years make up 16.0% of the population, a notably high percentage compared to both Greater Perth and the national average of 9.4%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group comprises only 8.8%, lower than the Greater Perth figure. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 75-84 age group has grown from 9.3% to 11.7% of the population, while the 25-34 cohort has decreased from 9.7% to 8.8%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Mandurah - East's age structure. The 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 59%, reaching 1,541 people from the current figure of 969. Notably, those aged 65 and above will account for 93% of total population growth in the area. In contrast, both the 15-24 and 0-4 age groups are projected to experience population declines.