Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove
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An assessment of population growth drivers in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove's population was 10,764 people as of the 2021 Census. By Nov 2025, it had increased to around 12,099 people, a rise of 1,335 individuals (12.4%). This growth is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 12,063 in June 2024 and the addition of 82 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density as of Nov 2025 was approximately 2,236 persons per square kilometer, exceeding national averages assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 12.4% since the 2021 Census surpassed the national average of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed about 90.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all migration drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch is using 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 growth estimation, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on projected demographic shifts, the area is expected to grow by 2,126 persons to 2041, recording a gain of 17.3% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove has seen approximately 50 residential properties approved annually. Over the past five financial years (FY-21 to FY-25), 253 homes were approved, with an additional 12 approved in FY-26 so far. On average, each home built over these years accommodates 4.2 new residents annually, indicating high demand outstripping supply.

New properties are constructed at an average cost of $808,000, targeting the premium segment. This year has seen $12.8 million in commercial approvals, reflecting ongoing investment activity. Comparatively, Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove shows 16.0% lower construction activity per person than Greater Perth and ranks at the 66th percentile nationally among assessed areas. New development consists of 36.0% standalone homes and 64.0% attached dwellings, demonstrating a shift towards denser housing to cater to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. Currently, around 64.0% of dwellings in the area are houses.

This change reflects decreasing developable sites and evolving lifestyles requiring more diverse, affordable housing options. With approximately 304 people per approval, Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove is experiencing a transitioning market. Population forecasts indicate an increase of 2,090 residents by 2041, with development keeping pace with this projected growth. However, increasing population may intensify buyer competition.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 23 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Mos Lane Development (Wellington Street Shopping Centre), Wellington Street Road Resurfacing, Mosman Park Village Precinct Structure Plan, and 116-130 Wellington Street Mixed Use Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment environment in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 2.7%.

In this month, 6,506 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.2% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation stands at 61.1%, below Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Notably, professional & technical jobs are 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 5.4% compared to the regional average of 9.3%. Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.4%, and employment declined by 1.7%, raising unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 3.7% and labour force expand by 3.8%, with unemployment rising by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove had a median income among taxpayers of $67,574 and an average level of $167,838. This places it in the top percentile nationally, compared to Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, estimates for September 2025 would be approximately $77,170 (median) and $191,671 (average). The 2021 Census ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove between the 84th and 85th percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals that 34.0% of individuals earn over $4,000 per week, contrasting with Greater Perth's leading bracket of $1,500 - $2,999 at 32.0%. The district demonstrates affluence with 42.6% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 13.5% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 85th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove, as per the latest Census, consisted of 63.6% houses and 36.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 68.6% houses and 31.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove was at 37.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.8% and rented ones at 33.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $3,033, lower than Perth metro's $3,293. Median weekly rent was $310, compared to Perth metro's $450. Nationally, Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,863 and rents lower at $375.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 65.5% of all households, consisting of 32.2% couples with children, 25.2% couples without children, and 7.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 34.5%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households making up 3.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Educational attainment in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove exceeds broader benchmarks. 53.2% of residents aged 15+ hold university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth. Bachelor degrees are most common at 34.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (14.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational pathways account for 19.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.7% of residents currently enrolled. This includes 11.3% in secondary education, 9.3% in tertiary education, and 8.8% pursuing primary education. There are 9 schools operating within Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove educating approximately 4,281 students. The area has significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement (ICSEA: 1127). It includes 5 primary, 2 secondary, and 2 K-12 schools. There are 35.4 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 18.1.

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

Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove has 81 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 33 individual routes that collectively facilitate 4,972 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically residing 204 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 710 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 61 weekly trips per stop.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 89% of the total population (10,816 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 7.2 and 6.2% of residents respectively, while 73.9% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.2% across Greater Perth. The area has 20.4% of residents aged 65 and over (2,474 people), which is lower than the 21.5% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove 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

Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove has a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 14.0% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 33.2% born overseas. Christianity is the dominant religion in Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove, comprising 47.4% of the population. Judaism, however, is more prevalent here than in Greater Perth, making up 0.4% compared to 0.5%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (30.4%), Australian (22.4%), and Other (9.1%). Some ethnic groups show notable differences: French (1.0% vs regional 0.7%), South African (1.1% vs 1.1%), and Welsh (0.8% vs 0.8%) are similarly represented in Mosman Park-Peppermint Grove compared to the region.

Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 15-24 represents 15.5% of the population, compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 11.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has grown from 14.1% to 15.5%, and the 25-34 cohort has increased from 10.4% to 11.4%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has declined from 14.4% to 13.2%, and the 5-14 group has dropped from 12.6% to 11.5%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Mosman Park - Peppermint Grove, with the 75-84 age group expected to grow by 53% (475 people), reaching 1,382 from 906. Notably, the combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 59% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 5-14 and 35-44 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.