Moora
Statistical Area - sa2

Moora has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Moora's population was around 5,537 as of August 2025, reflecting an increase of 1,066 people since the 2021 Census. This growth, equating to a 23.8% rise from the previous population figure of 4,471, is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,736 in June 2024 and an additional 411 validated new addresses since the Census date. The resulting density ratio was 0.40 persons per square kilometer. This growth exceeded both national average (8.6%) and SA4 region averages, marking Moora as a regional growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopted 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 estimations, AreaSearch used growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, regional areas are expected to experience lower quartile population growth, with Moora projected to increase by 104 persons by 2041, resulting in a decrease of 12.7% over the seventeen-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Moora, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Moora has received approximately 7 dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides data on a financial year basis: 36 dwellings were approved between FY21 and FY25, with 5 approvals so far in FY26. On average, 1.8 new residents per year per dwelling have been recorded over the past 5 financial years (FY21 to FY25), indicating a balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions. However, this has increased to 8.4 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply. New homes are being constructed at an average value of $664,000, reflecting a focus on premium properties by developers.

Commercial approvals totaling $14.2 million have been granted this financial year, showing steady commercial investment activity in the area. Compared to the rest of WA, Moora has 74.0% lower building activity per person, indicating limited new supply and supporting stronger demand for established properties. This activity is also below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. All recent development has been standalone homes, preserving the low density nature of the area and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 804 people per dwelling approval in Moora, reflecting its quiet development environment.

With stable or declining population expected, Moora may experience reduced housing pressure, presenting opportunities for buyers.

Moora has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 30thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely impacting the area: Bindoon Bypass, WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, Queens Park Regional Open Space and State Football Centre, Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements are key projects, with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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Moora ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Moora has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, an unemployment rate of 1.5% as of June 2025, and relative employment stability over the past year. The unemployment rate is 1.7% lower than Rest of WA's rate of 3.2%, with a workforce participation rate of 62.2%.

Key employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, education & training, and health care & social assistance. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has a particularly strong presence, with an employment share 3.9 times the regional level, while mining has limited presence at 2.6% compared to 11.7% regionally. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 0.3%, labour force decreased by 1.6%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate of 1.9 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May 2025, project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Applying these projections to Moora's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 4.5% over five years and 10.4% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Moora's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2022 was $56,372. The average income stood at $70,409 during the same period. According to AreaSearch data aggregated from the ATO, Rest of WA had a median income of $57,323 and an average income of $71,163 in financial year 2022. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.61% since then, current estimates suggest Moora's median income is approximately $62,917 and the average income is around $78,583 as of March 2025. Census data shows personal income ranks at the 66th percentile ($892 weekly), with household income at the 40th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 33.2% of Moora's community falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band (1,838 individuals). This is consistent with metropolitan trends, where 31.1% fall into the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 92.6% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power in the area. The SEIFA income ranking places Moora in the 5th decile.

Moora is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Moora, as per the latest Census evaluation, 93.8% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 6.2% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro WA's figures of 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moora stood at 47.4%, similar to Non-Metro WA, with mortgaged properties making up 27.0% and rented dwellings accounting for 25.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,000, lower than Non-Metro WA's average of $1,425. Median weekly rent in Moora was recorded at $214, compared to Non-Metro WA's $231. Nationally, Moora's median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,000 is significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and its median weekly rent figure of $214 is substantially lower than the national average of $375.

Moora has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households compose 68.5% of all households, including 28.0% couples with children, 32.0% couples without children, and 7.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 29.5% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.4 people, larger than the Rest of WA average of 2.3.

Moora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate stands at 16.4%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common (13.3%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent among residents aged 15+, with 35.7% holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (27.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes primary education (13.5%), secondary education (10.2%), and tertiary education (1.6%). Eleven schools serve a total of 770 students in Moora, which has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 961) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix consists of eight primary schools, one secondary school, and two K-12 schools. Note that for schools showing 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Moora has 13 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a mix of buses running on two different routes. Together, these routes provide a total of 12 weekly passenger trips.

Residents' access to public transport is limited, with an average distance of 7330 meters to the nearest stop. On average, one trip per day is made across all routes, resulting in approximately zero weekly trips per individual stop.

Moora's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Moora's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are seen equally across young and old age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is high at approximately 55% (3,045 people), compared to 52.8% across Rest of WA. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.2 and 8.1% of residents respectively. 68.1% of residents declare no medical ailments, compared to 64.7% in Rest of WA. As of 30 June 20XX, Moora has 19.1% (1,059 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the 21.7% in Rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, even better than those of the general population.

Moora ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Moora showed cultural diversity levels below average, with 80.5% citizens, 84.0% born in Australia, and 93.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 53.4%. Judaism, however, had an overrepresentation of 0.2%, compared to 0.0% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were English (32.2%), Australian (31.0%), and Scottish (7.8%). Notable divergences included New Zealanders at 1.2% (vs regional 0.8%), Australian Aboriginals at 6.8% (vs 3.4%), and Filipinos at 2.4% (vs 1.0%).

Moora hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Moora is 43 years, which is slightly higher than the Rest of WA's average of 40 years and well above the Australian median of 38 years. The 55-64 age cohort makes up 14.5% of Moora's population, notably higher than the Rest of WA average, while the 35-44 age cohort is under-represented at 11.7%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.9% of Moora's population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age cohort has decreased from 13.7% to 12.2%. By 2041, projections indicate significant demographic changes for Moora. The 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow by 105 people (a 15% increase) from 712 to 818. Meanwhile, the 75 to 84 and 85+ age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.