Midland - Guildford

Population growth drivers in Midland - Guildford are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Midland-Guildford's population is approximately 12,258 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,171 people, a 10.6% rise since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 11,087. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,192 in June 2024 and an additional 89 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,046 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Midland-Guildford's growth rate exceeded the national average of 8.9%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, 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. Projecting forward with current demographic trends, an above median population growth is expected for the area, with a projected increase of 2,660 persons to reach approximately 14,918 by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 20.3% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Midland - Guildford among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Midland-Guildford has seen approximately 73 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 368 homes were approved, with another 53 approved so far in FY26. On average, each dwelling built over these years brought in about 2.3 new residents.

This healthy demand supports property values, with new homes being constructed at an average cost of $308,000. In the current financial year, commercial development approvals totaled $149.5 million, indicating high local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Midland-Guildford has seen significantly less development activity, 52.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings, although building activity has increased in recent years. The current new building activity comprises 28.0% detached houses and 72.0% medium to high-density housing. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

Midland-Guildford's population growth is evident with around 186 people being added per dwelling approval. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is forecasted to gain approximately 2,483 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with these growth projections, although buyers may face increased competition as the population grows.

Midland - Guildford has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

The influence of local infrastructure changes on an area's performance is significant. AreaSearch has identified a total of 21 projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include METRONET New Midland Station and METRONET East - Midland, Midland Redevelopment Scheme - Central Precinct (Stage 2), New Junction Precinct, and The Avenues Midland. The following list provides details on those projects considered most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Midland - Guildford faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Midland-Guildford has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 8.5% as of September 2024, with an estimated employment growth of 2.4% over the past year.

As of September 2025, the unemployment rate decreased to 7.1%, still higher than Greater Perth's rate of 6.5%. The workforce participation rate was 58.3%, lower than Greater Perth's 65.9%. Leading employment industries among residents were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Professional & technical services had a lower representation at 5.7% compared to the regional average of 8.2%. There were 1.4 workers per resident as at the Census. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 2.3%, while labour force increased by 2.0%, resulting in a slight decrease in unemployment rate from 7.4% to 7.1%. In comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.8%, with unemployment rising marginally to 6.7%. State-level data as of 25-Nov shows WA employment contracted by 0.3% (losing 6,050 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 4.4%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest an expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Midland-Guildford's employment mix, local employment is estimated to increase by 6.0% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Midland-Guildford SA2 has a median income of $56,983 and an average income of $68,991. This is higher than the national averages of $58,380 (median) and $78,020 (average) for Greater Perth. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Midland-Guildford SA2 would be approximately $65,075 (median) and $78,788 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, personal income in Midland-Guildford SA2 ranks at the 38th percentile ($749 weekly), while household income is at the 20th percentile. The largest income segment comprises 28.8% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly (3,530 residents), similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Midland-Guildford SA2, with only 80.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 17th percentile.

Midland - Guildford displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Midland-Guildford's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 50.8% houses and 49.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Perth metro, in contrast, had 89.1% houses and 10.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Midland-Guildford was 22.5%, similar to Perth metro's level. Mortgaged dwellings constituted 27.8%, while rented ones were at 49.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,600, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,842 and Australia's national figure of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Midland-Guildford was $300, significantly below Perth metro's $340 and Australia's national average of $375.

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

Family households constitute 53.3% of all households, including 17.1% couples with children, 20.7% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for 46.7%, with lone person households at 41.5% and group households comprising 5.3%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.8.

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

Midland's educational qualifications trail regional benchmarks, with 22.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to Australia's 30.4%. This gap suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 15.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.2%) and certificates (27.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 8.2% in primary, 7.5% in secondary, and 5.1% in tertiary education.

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

Midland-Guildford has 126 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 58 routes, facilitating 5,834 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 186 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency stands at 833 trips per day across all routes, translating to about 46 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Midland-Guildford faces significant health challenges, as indicated by health data.

Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 54% (~6,582 people) of the total population has private health cover. Mental health issues affect 12.0% of residents, while arthritis impacts 8.1%. Around 63.5% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Perth. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 19.6% (2,402 people), compared to 12.6% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present challenges broadly aligned with the general population's health profile.

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

Midland-Guildford has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 18.2% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 33.1% born overseas. The predominant religion in Midland-Guildford is Christianity, accounting for 44.6% of the population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprises 1.2%, compared to 2.4% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups are English (29.1%), Australian (22.1%), and Other (8.1%). However, this is lower than the regional average for Other ancestry, which is 13.3%. Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Maori at 1.6% in Midland-Guildford compared to 1.4% regionally, Croatian at 1.3% versus 0.9%, and Filipino at 3.0% against the regional average of 2.4%.

Midland - Guildford's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Midland-Guildford has a median age of 40, which is slightly higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 years and Australia's median age of 38 years. The 55-64 age group is notably over-represented in Midland-Guildford at 12.4%, compared to the Greater Perth average. Conversely, the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 8.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 13.4% to 14.5% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.6% to 12.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Midland-Guildford's age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow by 663 people (an 82% increase) from 809 to 1,473. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 62% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.