Mandurah - North

Mandurah - North lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Mandurah - North's population is around 27,520 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 6,259 people (29.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 21,261 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 25,334 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 2,398 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 864 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Mandurah - North's 29.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%) and the state average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 66.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including overseas migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking at population projections moving forward, an above-median population growth of national statistical areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 6,195 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 14.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

Mandurah - North has experienced around 487 dwellings receiving development approval annually, totalling 2,437 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26519 approvals have been recorded. At an average of 2 new residents per year arriving per new home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the market shows a good balance between supply and demand, supporting stable conditions, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $281,000. There have also been $95.6 million in commercial approvals this financial year, demonstrating high levels of local commercial activity.

Compared to Greater Perth, Mandurah - North shows 79.0% higher development activity (per person), creating greater choice for buyers. This activity is substantially higher than nationally, suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. New building activity shows 99.0% standalone homes and 1.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 44 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Population forecasts indicate Mandurah - North will gain 4,009 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Mandurah - North has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 8thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 16 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Lakelands Estate, Meadow Springs Residential Development, and Black Swan Lake Estate (Ocean Hill, Lakelands), with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Mandurah - North rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Mandurah - North has a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of just 2.0%, and 10.2% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 13,269 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.1% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (67.0% compared to Greater Perth's 71.9%). Based on Census responses, a low 7.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Leading employment industries among residents comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and mining. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in mining, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. On the other hand, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 4.0% of Mandurah - North's workforce compared to 8.2% in Greater Perth. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 10.2% alongside the labour force increasing by 10.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.3% and labour force growth of 2.6%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Mandurah - North. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Mandurah - North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Mandurah - North SA2 is higher than average nationally, with the median assessed at $55,269 while the average income stands at $73,745. This contrasts with Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $60,586 (median) and $80,839 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Mandurah - North, between the 43rd and 56th percentiles. Looking at income distribution, the predominant cohort spans 33.0% of locals (9,081 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the broader area where 32.0% similarly occupy this range. High housing costs consume 16.1% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 57th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Mandurah - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure within Mandurah - North, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 94.1% houses and 5.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Mandurah - North lagged that of Perth metro, at 25.4%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (52.5%) or rented (22.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Perth metro average at $1,837, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $350, compared to Perth metro's $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Mandurah - North's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households dominate at 79.4% of all households, comprising 37.7% couples with children, 29.1% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.6%, with lone person households at 18.5% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Mandurah - North aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (17.0%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (32.8%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.2% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 128 active transport stops operating within Mandurah - North, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 10 individual routes, collectively providing 1,992 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 282 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 85%, with 6% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling. A relatively low 7.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 284 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Mandurah - North's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data indicates relatively positive outcomes for Mandurah - North residents. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions shows results broadly in line with national benchmarks, with the prevalence of common health conditions remaining low among the general population, though higher than the national average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population (~15,438 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 7.9% and 7.7% of residents, respectively, while 70.4% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 18.5% of residents aged 65 and over (5,099 people), which is higher than the 16.3% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mandurah - North was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Mandurah - North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 10.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 32.4% born overseas. The main religion in Mandurah - North is Christianity, which makes up 46.4% of people. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 1.2% of the population, compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mandurah - North are English, comprising 34.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 28.0%, Australian, comprising 25.9% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maori is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Mandurah - North (vs 0.9% regionally), South Australian at 1.2% (vs 1.0%) and Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%).

Mandurah - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

At 36 years, Mandurah - North's median age is nearly matching the Greater Perth average of 37 and is similarly modestly under the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Perth, Mandurah - North has a higher concentration of 5 - 14 residents (14.2%) but fewer 25 - 34 year-olds (11.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.7% to 13.0% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.4% to 6.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 12.8% to 11.4% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 15.5% to 14.2%. Demographic modeling suggests Mandurah - North's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 63%, adding 1,160 residents to reach 2,996. Senior residents (65+) will drive 60% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. On the other hand, the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.