Mandurah - North
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Mandurah - North's population is approximately 28,464 as of November 2025. This figure represents a 33.9% increase since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 21,261. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 25,334, with an additional 2,262 validated new addresses added since the Census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density of 894 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's population growth exceeded both national (8.9%) and state averages since the 2021 census, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 66.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, with overseas migration and natural growth also contributing positively.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and the latest Greater Capital Region projections from the ABS (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) to estimate growth across all areas post-2032. Population projections indicate an above median growth for national statistical areas, with Mandurah - North expected to grow by 6,195 persons to 2041, representing a total gain of 10.8% over the 17-year period.

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 received approximately 487 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 2,437 homes. As of FY-26327 approvals have been recorded. On average, two new residents arrive per year for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market supporting stable conditions. The average construction value of new properties is $281,000.

In the current financial year, Mandurah - North has seen $95.6 million in commercial approvals, reflecting high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Mandurah - North's development activity per person is 79.0% higher, offering greater choice for buyers and suggesting strong developer confidence in the location. Ninety-nine percent of new building activity consists of standalone homes, while only one percent comprises medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 44 people per dwelling approval in Mandurah - North, signifying an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate that Mandurah - North will gain 3,065 residents by 2041.

With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth beyond current forecasts.

Mandurah - North has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 21stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Lakelands Estate, Meadow Springs Residential Development, and Black Swan Lake Estate (Ocean Hill, Lakelands). The following list details those likely most relevant.

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

Mandurah - North has a diverse workforce with balanced white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

Unemployment rate is 1.7% as of June 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.6%. There are 12,398 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 2.1%, lower than Greater Perth's 3.9%. Workforce participation is 62.7% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%.

Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and mining. Mining has a notable concentration, at 1.6 times the regional average. Professional & technical jobs are under-represented at 4.0%, compared to Greater Perth's 8.2%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data. Over one year, employment increased by 7.6% and labour force by 7.2%, reducing unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth had employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with a slight rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May 2025 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 12.6% over ten years for Mandurah - North, based on its current employment mix.

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 financial year 2022 shows that Mandurah - North has a median income of $52,577 and an average income of $70,843. This is higher than the national averages of $58,380 (median) and $78,020 (average) for Greater Perth. By September 2025, based on a 14.2% increase in wages since financial year 2022, median income in Mandurah - North is estimated to reach approximately $60,043, and average income around $80,903. Census 2021 data indicates that incomes in Mandurah - North cluster around the 50th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 33.0% of locals (9,393 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to the broader area where 32.0% fall into this category. Housing costs consume 16.1% of income in Mandurah - North, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 58th percentile nationally. 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

The dwelling structure in Mandurah - North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.1% houses and 5.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 85.0% houses and 15.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mandurah - North was 25.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (52.5%) or rented (22.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,837, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was $350, compared to Perth metro's $300. Nationally, Mandurah - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were 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 constitute 79.4% of all households, including 37.7% couples with children, 29.1% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.6%, with lone person households at 18.5% and group households comprising 2.1%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.4.

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

The area has a university qualification rate of 17.0%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both challenges and opportunities for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (32.8%).

Educational participation is high at 31.1%, including primary education (12.2%), secondary education (9.1%), and tertiary education (3.7%). The Mandurah - North area has a robust network of 10 schools educating approximately 6,758 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1004) offering balanced educational opportunities. The schools include 6 primary, 1 secondary, and 3 K-12 institutions. The area functions as an education hub with 24.1 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 15.3, attracting students from surrounding communities. Note: for schools showing 'n/a' in enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Transport analysis shows 130 active transport stops operating in Mandurah - North. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 9 individual routes servicing these stops, collectively providing 1,922 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 282 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 274 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 14 weekly trips per stop.

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 shows Mandurah - North residents have relatively positive health outcomes.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population but higher than the national average for older and at-risk cohorts. Approximately 55% (~15,655 people) of the total population has private health cover. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.9 and 7.7% of residents respectively. About 70.4% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.6% across Greater Perth. The area has 17.8% (5,052 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is lower than the 27.5% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

Mandurah - North 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

Mandurah - North had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 10.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home as of 2016 Census data. Additionally, 32.4% of the population was born overseas by this date. Christianity was found to be the predominant religion in Mandurah - North, composing 46.4% of people in the area.

However, Hinduism had a higher representation at 1.2%, compared to the region's average of 0.5%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (34.4%), Australian (25.9%), and Scottish (7.4%). Notably, Maori (1.8%) was overrepresented compared to the regional average of 1.2%, as were South African (1.2% vs 0.8%) and Welsh (0.8% vs 0.8%) groups.

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

Mandurah - North's median age is nearly 36 years, closely matching Greater Perth's average of 37 and slightly below Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Mandurah - North has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (14.5%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.8%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 11.7% to 12.7%, while the 25-34 age group has declined from 12.8% to 11.8%. By 2041, Mandurah - North's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is expected to grow by 64%, adding 1,174 residents to reach a total of 2,996. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 67% of population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 age groups are projected to experience population declines.