Maylands

Maylands has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the resident count of Maylands is approximately 15,436 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,142 individuals (16.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 13,294 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 15,435 in June 2025 alongside 149 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local population density reaches 3,074 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the highest quartile of all locations evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. The area's 16.1% rate of growth since the 2021 census outpaced the national benchmark (9.3%) as well as the surrounding SA3 district, establishing it as a regional growth leader. This expansion was mostly fueled by arrivals from overseas, who made up about 84.7% of the total demographic gains in the recent timeframe.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 districts, published in 2024 with a baseline year of 2022. For locations lacking this dataset, and to project demographic changes after 2032, AreaSearch utilizes cohort-specific growth rates by age from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 figures). Looking at future demographic trajectories, the area is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, with an estimated addition of 2,628 residents by 2041 using the latest yearly ERP statistics, translating to a total rise of 17.0% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Maylands when compared nationally

An average of approximately 27 new homes have received approval annually in Maylands, with 139 residential approvals recorded during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 24 registered during FY-26 so far. Because the region has seen an average of 12.3 new residents move in per built dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping new supply, a trend that typically drives upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers, while newly built homes carry an average construction value of $409,000, indicating a focus by developers on upscale, premium residential projects. Furthermore, $4.4 million in commercial development approvals have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting the primarily residential nature of the suburb.

In comparison to the broader Greater Perth region, Maylands displays a low level of residential development (51.0% below the regional average per capita). This lack of new housing construction generally underpins property values and demand for existing housing stock. Similarly, construction activity falls short of the national average, indicating a mature market environment with prospective planning limitations. Current building approvals consist of 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the suburban character of the neighborhood which features a large volume of houses suited for families wanting extra space. New home construction is more heavily weighted toward detached dwellings than the existing housing mix (31.0% at the Census), showing persistent demand for single-family homes despite the suburb becoming denser overall. With roughly 688 residents for each approved dwelling, Maylands exhibits a highly mature property market.

Projecting forward, the population of Maylands is set to increase by 2,627 people by 2041 (calculated from the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch). If building rates continue at their current pace, the addition of new housing may fail to keep up with demographic growth, which could increase competition among prospective buyers and bolster property values.

Maylands has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure improvements, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent key drivers of real estate performance. A total of 28 key projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Notable projects include the Maylands Town Centre Revitalisation, the Maylands Lakes Environmental Restoration Masterplan, Lyric on Eighth, and the Lyric Theatre Residences (located at 43-53 Eighth Avenue), with the following list detailing the most significant undertakings.

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Employment conditions in Maylands demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Maylands benefits from a highly qualified workforce, a solid representation of workers in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.8% over the prior year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 10,593, with an unemployment rate that sits 0.7% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, and labor force participation that is notably elevated (80.8% versus 70.2% for Greater Perth). According to Census statistics, a minor proportion of residents worked from home at 9.1%, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions associated with Covid-19.

The primary sectors of employment for local workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The suburb shows a pronounced concentration in professional & technical fields, which employ residents at 1.4 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, construction workers represent only 5.9% of the local workforce, compared to 9.3% across the wider region. Comparing the count of local jobs to the resident workforce suggests this largely suburban enclave offers limited employment opportunities within its own boundaries.

Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment grow by 3.8% and the total labor force expand by 4.0%, causing a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% increase in employment, a 2.5% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future job demand in Maylands. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against the employment structure of Maylands suggests local employment could rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

According to tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, average earnings in the Maylands SA2 are positioned at an exceptionally high level relative to the national average. The median income for taxpayers in the area is $63,349, with the average income recorded at $79,989, which compares to median and average figures of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively across Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current local earnings are estimated to be approximately $70,273 for the median and $88,732 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that individual weekly income is in the 82nd percentile nationally ($1,050 weekly), although household earnings rank lower in the 42nd percentile. The largest income bracket contains 30.9% of local residents (4,769 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the broader metropolitan area where 32.0% of earners fall into the same category. Financial pressures regarding housing are substantial, leaving residents with only 83.0% of their income after housing costs, which sits in the 42nd percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 6th decile.

Maylands displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Maylands was 31.0% detached houses and 68.9% other property types (comprising apartments, townhouses, and other dwellings), which differs from the metropolitan Perth average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwelling structures. The home ownership rate in Maylands was lower than the metropolitan benchmark at 18.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (31.2%) or tenants paying rent (50.2%). The median monthly home loan payment in the suburb was $1,733, which is below the metropolitan Perth average of $1,907, while the median weekly rental cost was $300, compared to the regional median of $350. Nationally, Maylands residents pay less for mortgages than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national average of $375.

Maylands features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of local households at 50.1%, consisting of couples with children (16.3%), couples without children (26.0%), and single parent households (6.6%). Non-family households represent the remaining 49.9% of the suburb, with lone person households comprising 43.0% and group households accounting for 6.9%. The median number of occupants per household is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Maylands shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The level of education achieved by residents in Maylands is substantially higher than regional averages, with 45.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 24.3% in the wider SA4 region and 27.9% across Western Australia. This high level of academic achievement positions the local workforce well for professional, knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 30.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational and trade qualifications are also common, with 30.0% of the population aged 15+ holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (18.1%).

Enrolment in education is strong, with 27.7% of local residents actively engaged in studies. This includes 8.8% of the population studying at a tertiary institution, 6.4% attending primary school, and 4.9% enrolled in secondary education.

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

Analysis of the local transit network shows 59 active public transport stops in Maylands, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by 16 unique routes, which collectively facilitate 3,868 passenger trips every week. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 179 meters from the closest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, the majority of commuters travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the most common method of travel at 69%, followed by train travel at 13% and bus transit at 11%. Car ownership stands at 0.8 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan Perth average. A relatively low proportion of residents work from home, recorded at 9.1% in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Transit services average 552 journeys daily across all active routes, which represents approximately 65 weekly services for each individual stop in the area.

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

Health indicators demonstrate favorable trends for the residents of Maylands, with analysis of death rates and chronic illnesses by AreaSearch showing outcomes that align closely with national averages, displaying typical rates of health issues across younger and older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 60% of the population (9,184 people).

The most prevalent health diagnoses recorded in the neighborhood were mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 11.1 and 7.5% of the population, respectively, while 71.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% for Greater Perth. Health metrics among working-age locals are generally standard. The suburb has 13.1% of its population aged 65 and older (2,022 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 16.1%. Senior residents enjoy particularly favorable health outcomes, ranking higher nationally than the general local population.

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 shows a high degree of multiculturalism, with 25.6% of residents using a language other than English in their homes and 40.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 36.6% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation in comparison to the wider city is Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of residents locally versus 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in Maylands are English at 24.9%, Australian at 17.7%, and Other at 13.6%. There are also distinct differences in the representation of other nationalities, with Polish ancestry notably higher at 1.4% of the population (compared to 0.7% across the region), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.7%), and French at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%).

Maylands's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of Maylands residents is 36 years, which is close to the Greater Perth average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to the wider Perth metropolitan area, Maylands has a larger proportion of people aged 25 - 34 (24.8%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (7.3%). The local concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 3.6% to 4.7%, while the group aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 11.8% to 11.0%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure of Maylands will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow the most at 15%, adding 569 people to total 4,399, while the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 demographics are expected to shrink.