Area profile · Greater Perth
Maylands has an estimated 15,494 residents, up 16.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Maylands.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Maylands Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 4.1 kilometres east-northeast of the Perth CBD and is home to an estimated 15,494 residents as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. That figure compares with 13,294 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 2,200 people (16.5%). The estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 15,435 as of June 2025, plus 211 validated new addresses added since the Census. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, supported by a well-educated local population, an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence and a low average household size, along with a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The area is very well educated, and population growth shows moderate expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Maylands Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 4.1 kilometres east-northeast of the Perth CBD and is home to an estimated 15,494 residents as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. That figure compares with 13,294 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 2,200 people (16.5%). The estimate draws on the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 15,435 as of June 2025, plus 211 validated new addresses added since the Census. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, supported by a well-educated local population, an above-average renting population, a strong semi-detached presence and a low average household size, along with a notable 25 to 34 year old demographic.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population is made up largely of lone person and group households. The area is very well educated, and population growth shows moderate expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,247 in 2001 and 15,435 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 15,494 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.9%.
Maylands ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for education and the 78th for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Maylands is $612 a week, up 11.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 15% below Greater Perth.
15% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $612 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Bayswater - Bassendean | $685 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Bayswater - Bassendean, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North East, over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 67 tracked applications: 0 approved, 4 under assessment, 63 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Maylands (3 under construction) and 159 more in the surrounding area.
State Government funded program to revitalise the Maylands town centre following the Caledonian Avenue level crossing closure.
A historic transformation of Maylands Lyric Theatre into a 7-storey mixed-use development featuring 48 contemporary apartments, ground…
Platform extension and accessibility improvements at Maylands Railway Station to accommodate longer six-car trains and improve passenger…
Proposed mixed-use commercial and residential infill development located along Railway Parade adjacent to Maylands railway station.
Historic transformation of the 1923 Maylands Lyric Theatre into a 7-storey mixed-use development comprising 52 contemporary apartments…
Draft new Local Planning Scheme No. 25 to replace Town Planning Scheme No. 24 and implement the City's endorsed Local Planning Strategy.
Precinct-wide structure planning to enable higher-density mixed-use and residential redevelopment within about 200m of Meltham Station…
Government-funded affordable housing and mixed-use development initiative supporting medium to high-density residential options in Maylands…
Perth Park is a $217.5 million entertainment and sporting precinct at Burswood Park, beside Optus Stadium in Burswood.
A $30M four-storey residential development featuring 50 social and affordable studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments earmarked for…
Approved nine-storey mixed-use health, wellness and residential precinct in the Bayswater Bridge Precinct, about 300m from Bayswater…
Approved nine-storey mixed-use development serving as a health and wellbeing precinct.
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Estimated completion year of the 92 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 4, 2026 21, 2027 28, 2028 16, 2029 6, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 3, 2035 3, 2036 4. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 67 substantial development applications lodged in and around Maylands over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months; 4 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 15, 2023 15, 2024 14, 2025 13, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
Key application Lots 41-48 (290-304) Whatley Crescent, Maylands $5.0m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 67 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 27 | ABS building approvals | 39th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Maylands SA2 include: Maylands Town Centre Revitalisation (Construction); Lyric Theatre Residences (43-53 Eighth Avenue) (Approved); Lyric on Eighth (Approved); Maylands Lakes Environmental Restoration Masterplan (Construction); and City of Bayswater Local Planning Scheme No. 25 (Under Assessment). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Maylands SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Energy, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Maylands SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 9th percentile.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Maylands when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Maylands SA2 area has seen 61 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Maylands SA2's current population of 15,494 has been supported by 27 approvals on average over recent years.
The Maylands SA2 has seen 1.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 511 people in the Maylands SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Maylands SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 27, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Maylands SA2 has grown by approximately 1,706 people, while 133 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 12.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Maylands has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,494 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,089 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 13,294 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,200 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.02 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Maylands SA2 was estimated to be approximately 15,494 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 15,435 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The maylands sa2 has added approximately 2,200 people and shown a 16.55% increase from the 13,294 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Maylands SA2 is estimated at 3,087 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Maylands SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the Maylands SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (84.7%), Natural increase (15.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 84.7% of overall population gains.
Maylands's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 36.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 64.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Maylands SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Maylands is 2 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Maylands SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Maylands SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Maylands SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.6% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (7.1% vs 12.2%) and 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.0% of the population in the Maylands SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.6% of the population in the Maylands SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,892 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 74th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $83,595 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,623 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,050 | 2021 Census, weekly | 82nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 22.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,386 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Maylands SA2 is approximately $70,531. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,892.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Maylands SA2 is approximately $89,480. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $83,595.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Maylands SA2 is approximately $70,531 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,892 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Maylands SA2 is approximately $89,480 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $83,595 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Maylands SA2's households (~30.9% / 1,963 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Maylands SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.9% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Maylands SA2 is $1,623/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Maylands SA2 is $2,386/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Maylands SA2 is $1,050/wk.
The Maylands SA2's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The Maylands SA2's median income among taxpayers is $65,892 and the average income stands at $83,595, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $64,047 and $84,609 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $70,531 (median) and $89,480 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Maylands SA2 is $5,839 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The maylands sa2's disposable income is $5,839 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Maylands well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 80.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,616 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,707 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,008 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Maylands SA2 has approximately 10,616 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Maylands SA2 stands at 3.6%, which is 0.7 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Maylands SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.4% of employment), professional & technical (11.3%), and education & training (8.3%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Maylands SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Maylands SA2 is 80.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The maylands sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 11.3% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The maylands sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Maylands shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 45.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 24.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
45.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Maylands SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
24.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Maylands SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The maylands sa2 ranks in the 89th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Maylands SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (30.7%), Certificate (18.1%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
27.7% of the population in the Maylands SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.4% in primary school, 4.9% in secondary school, 8.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Maylands SA2 is 1086, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Maylands SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 724 students.
The maylands sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Maylands features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 43.0% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 16.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,351 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,402 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 50.1% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.9 per family | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Maylands SA2 had 6,351 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.5% to an estimated 7,402 households today.
The average household size in the Maylands SA2 is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 50.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (43.0%), group households (6.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,182 family households, couples with children account for 16.3% of all households, couples without children at home 26.0%, and single parent families 6.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Maylands SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 43.0% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 50.1% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Marriage patterns reveal 33.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 48.9% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 43.0% of all households in the Maylands SA2, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 6.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Maylands 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 40.4% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 59.6% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Maylands scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 25.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 40.4% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Maylands, at 36.6% of people, although more residents (51.5%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.4% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Maylands are English, comprising 24.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.7% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.4% of Maylands (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%) and French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
40.4% of the Maylands SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
25.6% of the population in the Maylands SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.0% of the Maylands SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
78.1% of the Maylands SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Maylands displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 50.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 35.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 33.2% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Maylands SA2, 18.6% of homes are owned outright, 31.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 50.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 31.0% of dwellings in the Maylands SA2 are houses.
In the Maylands SA2, 35.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 33.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Maylands SA2 stands at 18.6%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Maylands SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Maylands SA2 is $1,193, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Maylands SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Maylands SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Maylands SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Maylands SA2 consists of 31.0% detached houses, 33.2% semi-detached dwellings, 35.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Maylands consumes approximately 17.0% of median household income ($7,028 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Maylands show attached dwellings contributing 13% of approvals compared to 69% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 87% of applications versus 31% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Maylands's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.6% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.1% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the Maylands SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Maylands SA2, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the Maylands SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.1% of the Maylands SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the Maylands SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Maylands SA2, 58.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 67th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 58 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,705 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 59th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 266 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 10 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 58 public transport stops within the Maylands SA2.
The Maylands SA2 has 2,705 weekly trips across 10 routes, averaging 386 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 180 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 469 m away and the nearest school 607 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 58 stops nearby, 2,705 weekly trips, access rating 67 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 72 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 469 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 607 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 666 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 729 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest shopping centre | 753 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 768 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 784 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Maylands when compared nationally.
Maylands has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Maylands is $612 a week, +11.1% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Maylands has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Maylands's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 62% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis places Maylands well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Maylands shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Maylands features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Maylands 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.
Maylands displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Maylands's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Maylands has an estimated 15,494 residents, up 16.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Maylands.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Maylands.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (504011046). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Maylands from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Maylands with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
