Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee

Population growth drivers in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on calculations, the population of Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee stands at approximately 25,110 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 4,346 people (20.9%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 20,764 residents. The estimate is determined using the ABS estimated resident population of 24,757 in June 2025 alongside 875 validated new addresses documented after the census. This population size results in a density of 1,980 persons per square kilometer, a figure that is higher than the typical results across nationwide spots analysed. The expansion rate of 20.9% since the 2021 census outstripped the countrywide pace (9.3%) and the broader SA4 region, positioning the locality as a leading growth area. This upward trend was mostly generated by arrivals from abroad, who comprised about 54.4% of the population increase in recent times, though all components including incoming domestic moves and natural demographic gains remained in positive territory.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied to each SA2 zone. For districts lacking this coverage, and to calculate progress after 2032, growth rates categorized by age bracket from the latest Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 statistics) are integrated. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, future growth is expected to exceed the median for Australian statistical areas, with a projected expansion of 3,541 persons by 2041 based on the recent annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 12.7% across the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

The locality of Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee has recorded an average of roughly 265 new home approvals annually, totaling 1,328 residential approvals over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 269 during FY-26 so far. An average of 2.7 people have moved to the district for every newly constructed residence over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating strong demand that bolsters real estate values. The average construction value of these new houses is $360,000, which is slightly higher than the regional benchmark and points to a focus on premium projects. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $9.1 million have been logged during this financial year, which highlights the predominantly residential makeup of the neighborhood.

Relative to Greater Perth, the volume of development per resident in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is comparable, showing a balanced market that aligns with the wider metropolitan region. The level of activity is considerably higher than the national baseline, reflecting high developer interest in the area. Newly approved residential construction consists of 85.0% separate houses and 15.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the suburban character of the area with a focus on family dwellings designed for residents needing space. With approximately 81 people per approved dwelling, the statistics indicate Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is a growing locality.

Moving forward, the population of Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is projected to rise by 3,188 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimate. Given the current pace of construction, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy this demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure changes, major projects, and planning policies play a significant role in area performance. A total of 49 projects have been identified that are expected to impact the district. Significant developments include Claytons Mindarie Beachfront, Gumblossom Community Centre Upgrade, Quinns Rocks, Mindarie Marina Redevelopment, and Catalina Estate - Master Planned Community, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.

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Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

The workforce in Mindarie Quinns Rocks Jindalee is characterized by a strong presence in the construction industry, which stands out for its high representation. The area reports an unemployment rate of 2.8%, alongside an estimated employment growth of 3.4% over the previous year. By March 2026, there were 14,969 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.4% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Workforce participation reaches 75.3%, which exceeds the Greater Perth figure of 70.2%. Census data indicates that only 10.3% of residents worked from home, though the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.

The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The region displays a strong concentration of construction workers, with employment in this sector reaching 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, the transport, postal & warehousing sector has a small footprint, employing 3.1% of the workforce compared to 4.7% across the region. This mostly residential locality offers few local job opportunities, as demonstrated by comparing the count of local workers against the resident labor force during the census.

An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics indicates that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, employment grew by 3.4% while the labor force expanded by 3.8%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment expansion of 2.0% and labor force growth of 2.5%, with a rise of 0.4 percentage points. The national employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context for future labor needs in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Although nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by industry. Applying these industry projections to the employment composition of Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee indicates local employment is poised to grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, based on a basic weighted calculation.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to the latest postcode ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the median income of taxpayers in the Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee SA2 is $58,791, with a mean income of $73,727. This exceeds the nationwide average, and compares to a median of $60,748 and a mean of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $65,217 for the median and $81,785 for the mean. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual earnings in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee are positioned between the 70th and 85th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 32.4% of residents (8,135 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is close to the wider region where this bracket accounts for 32.0%. Financial strength is evident, with 36.4% of households recording high weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports local spending. Residential costs absorb 15.1% of household earnings, but high incomes keep disposable funds at the 85th percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 7th decile.

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The mix of housing in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.5% separate houses and 6.5% other housing types, including semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings in the Perth metropolitan area. Home ownership in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee was lower than the metropolitan rate at 25.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (55.4%) or renters (19.1%). The median monthly payment for mortgage holders was $2,167, which is higher than the Perth metropolitan median of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the metropolitan figure of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national average of $375.

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up 84.0% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 43.5%, couples without children at 29.1%, and single parents at 10.5%. Non-family households represent the remaining 16.0%, with single person households accounting for 14.6% and group households at 1.4%. The average household size is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is lower than regional averages, with 21.6% of people aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for training and education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational training is common, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.5%) and certificates (28.4%).

Engagement in learning is high, with 30.4% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This figure includes 10.0% of the population in high school, 9.8% in primary school, and 5.3% in higher education.

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

Public transport services in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee include 117 active bus stops. These stops are served by 9 distinct routes, which provide a total of 2,084 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is good, with residents living an average of 213 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute to other suburbs, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 81%, and 11% using the train. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.8, which is above the metropolitan average. A relatively low 10.3% of employees worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 297 trips per day, which equates to about 17 weekly trips per stop. The map shows the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the locality.

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health indicators are positive throughout Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee, based on analysis of mortality and chronic illnesses, with younger residents showing low rates of common health conditions. The level of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 56% of the population (~14,086 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most prevalent health issues in the district are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.1 and 6.8% of the population, respectively, while 73.7% of residents reported having no long-term health issues compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Working-age residents show good health profiles with low rates of chronic conditions. The proportion of residents aged 65 and over is 14.9% (3,738 people), which is lower than the 16.1% average for Greater Perth. Health outcomes for older residents are positive, although they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local population.

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

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is characterized by higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 10.4% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 49.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 49.4% of residents. The most distinct divergence from regional averages is in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of local residents, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 38.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 28.0%, Australian at 18.1%, and Scottish at 8.4%. Other notable ethnic groups include South Australians, who represent 3.4% of the population (compared to 1.0% across the region), Welsh at 1.4% (compared to 0.7%), and Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.5%).

Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age of 40 in Mindarie - Quinns Rocks - Jindalee is higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and slightly higher than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the 55 - 64 age group is larger at 15.5%, while the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 10.8%. Since 2021, the 55 to 64 age bracket has increased from 14.2% to 15.5% of the population, and the 65 to 74 age group has risen from 7.3% to 8.5%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 17.8% to 14.2%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.4% to 12.2%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change by 2041, with the 65 to 74 bracket expected to grow by 1,049 people (49%) from 2,134 to 3,184. The combined cohorts aged 65 and over are projected to account for 68% of the total population growth, reflecting an aging population, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to shrink.