Moora
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Moora's population is 5,543 as of November 2025. This is an increase of 1,072 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,471. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 4,732 in June 2024 and an additional 415 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 0.40 persons per square kilometer. Moora's growth rate of 24.0% since the 2021 census exceeds the national average of 8.9%. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population projections anticipate lower quartile growth for Australia's regional areas. By 2041, Moora is expected to increase by 104 persons, a decrease of 12.8% over the 17-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 over the past five financial years, totalling 36 homes. As of FY26, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.8 new residents per year per dwelling were constructed between FY21 and FY25, indicating balanced supply and demand with stable market conditions. However, this figure has increased to 8.4 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting growing popularity and potential undersupply. The average construction cost of new homes is $358,000.

In FY26, there have been $14.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Compared to the Rest of WA, Moora shows significantly reduced construction (74.0% below regional average per person), which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. This level is also lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes. The estimated population count of 804 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment.

Given stable or declining population forecasts, Moora may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project expected to impact the region: Bindoon Bypass. Key projects include WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, Sam Kerr Football Centre, Queens Park Regional Open Space, and Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements. The following list details those most relevant.

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

Moora has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 1.5% in June 2025, below the Rest of WA's rate of 3.2%.

Workforce participation is similar to the regional average at 62.2%. Dominant employment sectors include agriculture, forestry & fishing, education & training, and health care & social assistance. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has a strong presence with an employment share 3.9 times the regional level, while mining's presence is limited at 2.6% compared to the region's 11.7%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 0.3%, labour force decreased by 1.6%, causing a fall in unemployment rate of 1.9 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project growth of approximately 4.5% over five years and 10.4% over ten years for Moora, based on its current employment mix.

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

Moora's median income among taxpayers was $56,372 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $70,409 during the same period. In comparison, Rest of WA's median and average incomes were $57,323 and $71,163 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, estimated median income is approximately $64,377 and average income is around $80,407 as of September 2025. According to census data, personal income ranks at the 66th percentile ($892 weekly), while household income sits at the 40th percentile. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 33.2% of Moora's community (1,840 individuals). This is consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.1% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 92.6% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Moora, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 93.8% houses and 6.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro WA's 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moora was at 47.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (27.0%) or rented (25.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Moora 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 repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise the remaining 31.5%, with lone person households at 29.5% and group households making up 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 is 16.4%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (27.9%). Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 13.5% in primary, 10.2% in secondary, and 1.6% in tertiary education.

Eleven schools serve 770 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 961) and balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes eight primary, one secondary, and two K-12 schools. Note: for schools with 'n/a' 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 serve a mix of bus routes, with two individual routes in total providing 12 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as limited, with residents typically located 7330 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, service frequency is one trip per day 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 across both young and old age cohorts at a standard level.

Private health cover is high, with approximately 55% (~3,048 people) of Moora's total population having it, compared to 52.8% in the rest of WA. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 8.2% of residents) and asthma (8.1%). Notably, 68.1% of Moora's residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, higher than the 64.7% in the rest of WA. The area has 19.1% (1,060 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the 21.7% in the rest of WA. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Moora had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 80.5% being citizens, 84.0% born in Australia, and 93.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Moora, comprising 53.4% of its population. Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.0% across the rest of WA.

The top three ancestral groups were English (32.2%), Australian (31.0%), and Scottish (7.8%). Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.2%, Australian Aboriginals at 6.8%, and Filipinos at 2.4%, compared to regional averages of 0.8%, 3.4%, and 1.0% respectively.

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

The median age in Moora is 43 years, which is slightly higher than Rest of WA's average of 40 years and well above Australia's median of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of WA average, the 55-64 age cohort is notably over-represented in Moora at 14.5%, while the 35-44 age group is under-represented at 11.7%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.2% to 12.9% of Moora's population, whereas the 5 to 14 age cohort has declined from 13.7% to 12.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Moora. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to expand by 105 people (15%), growing from 712 to 818 individuals. Conversely, the 75 to 84 and 85+ age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.