Mount Lawley - Inglewood

An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Lawley - Inglewood reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident population of Mount Lawley - Inglewood stands at approximately 19,156 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,222 individuals (13.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 16,934 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 19,150 alongside 97 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The local population density reaches 2,705 persons per square kilometer, positioning the sector in the top quartile of all Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 13.1% since the 2021 census outpaced the national figure of 9.3%, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population growth. This expansion was driven mostly by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 92.7% of the total population increases in recent times.

AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 areas omitted from these datasets, and to calculate population changes past 2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth trends from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which rely on 2022 statistics. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the location is projected to experience population expansion exceeding the national median, with expectations of adding 2,477 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, which translates to a total increase of 12.9% across the 16-year timeframe.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Mount Lawley - Inglewood when compared nationally

Mount Lawley - Inglewood has recorded an average of approximately 56 new residential approvals annually, amounting to a total of 284 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, there have been 80 recorded approvals. With an average of 5.7 additional residents per constructed dwelling entering the area annually between FY-21 and FY-25, demand is outpacing local supply, which typically drives up prices and intensifies competition among prospective buyers. Meanwhile, newly built properties carry an average construction value of $356,000, which is slightly higher than the regional average, indicating a focus on higher-quality builds. Additionally, local business development has seen $100.5 million in commercial approvals this financial year, reflecting substantial commercial activity in the area.

In comparison to Greater Perth, the pace of construction in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is substantially lower, sitting 57.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited construction of new homes typically supports high demand and maintains strong pricing for existing housing stock. The rate is also below the national average, indicating a mature market that may face structural limits to further development. The composition of new construction is divided between detached houses at 59.0% and apartments or townhouses at 41.0%, showing an increasing diversity of attached housing styles that accommodate varied budgets, ranging from large family residences to smaller, more affordable options. With approximately 571 residents for each new approval, Mount Lawley - Inglewood presents the profile of an established, mature community.

Projections for the future indicate that Mount Lawley - Inglewood will see an addition of 2,471 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of housing may fall short of the expanding population, which could intensify competition among home buyers and support robust price growth.

Mount Lawley - Inglewood has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works are critical influences on local performance. In total, 35 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area, with key initiatives including Alma Square, Alma Square, 299 Charles Street North Perth, and The East Parade Project, and the details of the most significant developments are outlined below.

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Employment conditions in Mount Lawley - Inglewood remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

The workforce residing in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is highly educated, featuring a strong presence of professional services, an unemployment rate of 5.0%, and a 0.9% rise in estimated jobs over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,546, while the local unemployment rate stood 0.8% higher than the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force remains typical, measuring 73.8% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. According to data from the Census, a modest 12.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

Resident employment is heavily weighted toward professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The local representation in professional & technical services is particularly strong, tracking at 1.8 times the average across the region. Conversely, the construction sector is underrepresented, employing only 5.8% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% regionally. The area is predominantly residential and appears to offer few local jobs, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population.

According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures, the period ending March 2026 saw employment climb by 0.9% while the labour force expanded by 2.7%, leading to a 1.7 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend differs from Greater Perth, where employment grew by 2.0%, the labour force rose by 2.5%, and unemployment increased by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia released national employment forecasts in May-25 that provide additional perspective on likely future demand in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood area. These forecasts span five and ten year horizons and have been overlaid with local employment data to project growth trajectories. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sectoral growth rates are applied to the Mount Lawley - Inglewood employment composition, local employment is estimated to rise by 6.9% over five years and by 14.1% over ten years. It is important to note that this calculation represents a straightforward weighting extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.

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

According to the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 registered a median income of $68,349 and an average income of $105,390. This ranks in the highest percentile across the nation, compared to a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at roughly $75,820 for the median and $116,909 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show that weekly individual earnings are particularly high, placing in the 86th percentile nationally at $1,118. The weekly income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest, containing 27.2% of residents (5,210 people), which aligns with the surrounding region where 32.0% of the population falls into this category. High household wealth is evident, with 35.5% of residents earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins demand for high-end retail and services. Housing costs consume 14.3% of household income, while strong overall earnings place local residents in the 73rd percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.

Mount Lawley - Inglewood displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The mix of housing types in Mount Lawley - Inglewood at the time of the latest Census consisted of 54.8% standalone houses and 45.2% alternative structures like townhouses, semi-detached properties, and apartments, contrasting with the Perth metropolitan breakdown of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative structures. Home ownership rates in Mount Lawley - Inglewood matched the Perth metropolitan average of 29.5%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged at 33.9% or occupied by tenants at 36.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,200, which is higher than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent was $340, compared to the regional average of $350. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Mount Lawley - Inglewood are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rent is lower than the national figure of $375.

Mount Lawley - Inglewood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of local households at 60.3%, consisting of couples with children at 25.3%, couples without children at 27.0%, and single parents at 6.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 39.7% of households, with single-person households at 34.4% and group households at 5.3%. The median household size of 2.2 individuals is lower than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Mount Lawley - Inglewood places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Educational qualification levels in Mount Lawley - Inglewood are significantly higher than state and metropolitan benchmarks, with 49.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 27.9% across WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth. This educational profile positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.5% and graduate diplomas at 5.0%. Vocational training represents the qualification pathway for 24.5% of the population aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 13.6%.

Enrollment in education is high among local residents, with 29.6% of the population currently undertaking formal study. This student population includes 10.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions, 7.1% in primary schools, and 6.6% in secondary schools.

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

An analysis of public transport options reveals 72 active stops operating in Mount Lawley - Inglewood, providing a combination of rail and bus services. These facilities are served by 36 distinct routes, which combine to support 6,875 passenger journeys each week. Local transit accessibility is ranked as good, with residents living an average of 204 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 70%, compared to 16% using buses and 6% using trains. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.1, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low proportion of residents, 12.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

The local transit frequency averages 982 journeys per day across the network, which translates to approximately 95 weekly departures for each individual stop.

The level of general health in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Mount Lawley - Inglewood displays favorable health metrics, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality figures and the rate of chronic conditions, with low rates of common medical issues observed among both younger and older populations. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at approximately 73% of the population (14,003 individuals), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common health conditions reported by local residents were mental health difficulties and asthma, affecting 9.6% and 7.1% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 71.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The resident population under the age of 65 exhibits strong health profiles. The community includes 3,132 residents aged 65 and over, representing 16.4% of the population, and health metrics for this older cohort rank higher nationally than those of the general population.

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

The cultural mix in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is more diverse than most other local markets, with 16.8% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 31.3% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 42.5% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.9% of local residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

In terms of family heritage, the most common ancestries reported in Mount Lawley - Inglewood are English at 26.9%, Australian at 19.8%, and Other at 9.7%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Polish heritage overrepresented at 1.3% of the population compared to 0.7% across the region, Italian heritage at 7.1% compared to 4.2% regionally, and Welsh heritage at 0.8% compared to 0.7% regionally.

Mount Lawley - Inglewood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of 38 years in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is similar to the Greater Perth median of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to the Greater Perth metropolitan area, Mount Lawley - Inglewood has a larger share of residents aged 25 to 34 (17.4%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 to 14 (9.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.1% to 5.4%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 15.3% to 16.4%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.1% to 12.0%. By 2041, the demographic profile of the area is projected to shift, led by a 72% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to rise from 1,030 to 1,771 people. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 54% of the total population growth, while decreases are projected for the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 cohorts.