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Mount Lawley - Inglewood has an estimated 19,246 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Mount Lawley - Inglewood.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Mount Lawley - Inglewood Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 3.2 kilometres north-northeast of the Perth CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 19,246. Compared with the 16,934 people recorded at the 2021 Census, that represents an increase of 2,312 people (13.7%). The estimate is built from the ABS estimated resident population of 19,150 as of June 2025, together with 179 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Standout school performance and a low average household size complete the picture.
Residents show a fairly standard age makeup, with lone person and group households forming a large share of the community. The area is exceptionally well educated and enjoys high income levels, while its population growth has been moderate. Its lifestyle is vibrant, with an eclectic mix of cafes, restaurants and boutique shops serving a diverse community. Known for its artistic and cultural scene, it hosts galleries and theaters offering entertainment throughout the year.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 3.2 kilometres north-northeast of the Perth CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 19,246. Compared with the 16,934 people recorded at the 2021 Census, that represents an increase of 2,312 people (13.7%). The estimate is built from the ABS estimated resident population of 19,150 as of June 2025, together with 179 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Standout school performance and a low average household size complete the picture.
Residents show a fairly standard age makeup, with lone person and group households forming a large share of the community. The area is exceptionally well educated and enjoys high income levels, while its population growth has been moderate. Its lifestyle is vibrant, with an eclectic mix of cafes, restaurants and boutique shops serving a diverse community. Known for its artistic and cultural scene, it hosts galleries and theaters offering entertainment throughout the year.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 15,045 in 2001 and 19,150 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 19,246 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 18.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.2%.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for education and the 89th for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is $662 a week, up 4.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 8% below Greater Perth.
8% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $662 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth City | $689 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Perth City, over 12 months | +3.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - Inner | $724 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - Inner, over 12 months | +4.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 231 tracked applications: 162 approved, 1 under assessment, 68 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 11 projects in Mount Lawley - Inglewood (3 under construction) and 137 more in the surrounding area.
A $30M four-storey residential development featuring 50 social and affordable studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments earmarked for…
West Residences is a boutique eight-storey apartment and ground-floor retail development by Willing Property at 141 West Parade, Mt Lawley.
A 90-dwelling community housing development for seniors aged over 55 on a 1.4ha state-owned site at the corner of East Parade and Guildford…
Expansion of St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital featuring a new seven-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU), increased theatre capacity, and…
Seven Art Deco-inspired luxury townhomes at 785 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley, developed by Big Sky Developments.
An intersection safety upgrade at Clifton Crescent and Second Avenue in Mount Lawley.
Comprehensive redevelopment of the 18.6-hectare former ECU Mount Lawley campus into a connected, inclusive and sustainable mixed-use…
A 23 million AUD four-storey social housing development in Inglewood, featuring 50 apartments (including 42 one-bedroom units and 1 studio)…
Local Planning Scheme No. 2 (LPS2) is the primary statutory framework regulating land use and development within the City of Vincent.
A historic transformation of Maylands Lyric Theatre into a 7-storey mixed-use development featuring 48 contemporary apartments, ground…
Alma Square is a landmark mixed-use development transforming the North Perth town centre.
State Government funded program to revitalise the Maylands town centre following the Caledonian Avenue level crossing closure.
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Estimated completion year of the 83 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 18, 2027 23, 2028 16, 2029 7, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 2, 2035 2, 2036 5. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 231 substantial development applications lodged in and around Mount Lawley - Inglewood over the past 5 years, 62 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 7, 2022 55, 2023 33, 2024 46, 2025 32, 2026 (to Oct) 58.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 231 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 62 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 36th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 50 | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 162 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 include: Beaufort Street Social & Affordable Housing Development (Construction); The East Parade Project (Under Assessment); 7 Art Deco Homes in Mt Lawley (Construction); West Residences Mt Lawley (Construction); and Clifton Crescent - Second Avenue Intersection Upgrade (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 17th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mount Lawley - Inglewood among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 area has seen 139 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2's current population of 19,246 has been supported by 50 approvals on average over recent years.
The Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has seen 2.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 279 people in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 50, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has grown by approximately 1,606 people, while 251 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Lawley - Inglewood reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,246 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +13.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,718 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 16,934 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,312 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.08 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 was estimated to be approximately 19,246 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,150 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mount lawley - inglewood sa2 has added approximately 2,312 people and shown a 13.65% increase from the 16,934 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is estimated at 2,718 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (92.7%), Natural increase (7.3%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 92.7% of overall population gains.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 30.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 57.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Mount Lawley - Inglewood is equal to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 18.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.0% of the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.0% of the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $72,314 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $108,999 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,079 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,118 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 35.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,117 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is approximately $77,405. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $72,314.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is approximately $116,673. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $108,999.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is approximately $77,405 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,314 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is approximately $116,673 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $108,999 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2's households (~27.2% / 1,925 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $2,079/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $3,117/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $1,118/wk.
The Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $72,314 and an average of $108,999 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $77,405 (median) and $116,673 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $7,724 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mount lawley - inglewood sa2's disposable income is $7,724 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Mount Lawley - Inglewood shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 11,522 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 17,010 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 12,181 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has approximately 11,522 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.4%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 stands at 5.4%, which is 1.2 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (14.9% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.2%), and education & training (9.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is 73.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The mount lawley - inglewood sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 14.9% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The mount lawley - inglewood sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Mount Lawley - Inglewood places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 32.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 49.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
49.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
26.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The mount lawley - inglewood sa2 ranks in the 93th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (32.6%), Certificate (13.6%), Postgraduate (11.5%).
29.6% of the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.1% in primary school, 6.6% in secondary school, 10.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is 1124, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 4,734 students.
The mount lawley - inglewood sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 34.4% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 7,079 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,045 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 60.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 had 7,079 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 13.6% to an estimated 8,045 households today.
The average household size in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 60.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (34.4%), group households (5.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,269 family households, couples with children account for 25.3% of all households, couples without children at home 27.0%, and single parent families 6.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 34.4% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 60.3% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 41.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 34.4% of all households in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.3% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 31.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 68.7% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Mount Lawley - Inglewood was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 16.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 31.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Mount Lawley - Inglewood, at 42.5% of people, although more residents (51.4%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mount Lawley - Inglewood are English, comprising 26.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 9.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Mount Lawley - Inglewood (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Italian at 7.1% (vs 4.2%) and Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%).
31.3% of the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
16.8% of the population in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.5% of the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.7% of the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 36.6% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 54.8% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,200 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 80th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 18.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, 29.5% of homes are owned outright, 33.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 36.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 54.8% of dwellings in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 are houses.
In the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, 26.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 18.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 stands at 29.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $2,200, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is $1,285, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.4% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.4% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 consists of 54.8% detached houses, 18.6% semi-detached dwellings, 26.5% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mount Lawley - Inglewood consumes approximately 14.3% of median household income ($9,002 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Mount Lawley - Inglewood show attached dwellings contributing 65% of approvals compared to 45% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 35% of applications versus 55% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 71.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 77.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Around 71.9% of people in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.1% of people in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2, 71.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 75 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 75th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 72 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,852 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 266 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 24 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 12.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 72 public transport stops within the Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2.
The Mount Lawley - Inglewood SA2 has 5,852 weekly trips across 24 routes, averaging 836 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 204 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 334 m away and the nearest pharmacy 437 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 72 stops nearby, 5,852 weekly trips, access rating 75 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 89 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 89th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 334 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 437 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 472 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 486 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 507 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 510 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 556 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 699 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Mount Lawley - Inglewood among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 17th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mount Lawley - Inglewood is $662 a week, +4.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Mount Lawley - Inglewood reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 82% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The employment landscape in Mount Lawley - Inglewood shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Educational achievement in Mount Lawley - Inglewood places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
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.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
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.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mount Lawley - Inglewood has an estimated 19,246 residents, up 13.7% since the 2021 Census, with 11 projects tracked in Mount Lawley - Inglewood.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Mount Lawley - Inglewood.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (503021039). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Mount Lawley - Inglewood from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Mount Lawley - Inglewood with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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