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Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale has an estimated 9,093 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 28 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,093 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 8,241 people, the area has grown by 852 people (10.3%). That estimate combines the ABS estimated resident population of 9,050 as of June 2025 with 33 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
The area has a strong base of mortgage holders and a high proportion of married families, with above-average numbers of children per family. Notable employment strengths include mining, wholesale trade and construction, the last of which has a pronounced presence. Residents tend to be older, with a median age of 45, and many are couples without children. Population growth has been moderate. The area is set amid bushland, lush greenery and unique wildlife, with well-maintained parks, sports facilities and local amenities serving both younger and older residents. Its strong sense of community and close connection with nature give it a peaceful character.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 28 kilometres southeast of the Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,093 as of Aug 2026. Since the 2021 Census count of 8,241 people, the area has grown by 852 people (10.3%). That estimate combines the ABS estimated resident population of 9,050 as of June 2025 with 33 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
The area has a strong base of mortgage holders and a high proportion of married families, with above-average numbers of children per family. Notable employment strengths include mining, wholesale trade and construction, the last of which has a pronounced presence. Residents tend to be older, with a median age of 45, and many are couples without children. Population growth has been moderate. The area is set amid bushland, lush greenery and unique wildlife, with well-maintained parks, sports facilities and local amenities serving both younger and older residents. Its strong sense of community and close connection with nature give it a peaceful character.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,678 in 2001 and 9,050 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,093 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 14%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for health and the 66th for employment drivers.
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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale is $731 a week, up 5.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $731 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Armadale | $739 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Armadale, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 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 - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale (3 under construction) and 108 more in the surrounding area.
City of Armadale redevelopment of the 6.67 hectare Morgan Park precinct including a new multi-use sports pavilion, public toilets, expanded car parking, upgraded playspace, relocated sports lighting, reconfigured football and athletics facilities, exercise nodes and improved pedestrian connections.
Forrestdale Business Park is a 367-hectare industrial and commercial precinct in Perth's south-east, divided into East (190 ha) and West (178 ha) estates. DevelopmentWA's West estate is a master-planned industrial hub with Crossroads Industrial Estate and tenants such as Hitachi and 7-Eleven.
Ongoing works to expand and upgrade the Emergency Department at Armadale Health Service, serving Perth's south-eastern corridor. Works include a waiting room expansion and reconfiguration of treatment areas to improve patient flow, capacity, and care for the rapidly growing Armadale catchment.
A major urban transformation centered on the METRONET Armadale Line upgrade, featuring an elevated rail line and newly rebuilt Armadale Station which reopened for passenger services in October 2025.
Boutique residential land estate in Forrestdale adjacent to the 245ha Forrestdale Lake Class A Nature Reserve. The development features a future multi-use district sporting ground for AFL, soccer, cricket and rugby, along with parks, playgrounds, landscaped footpaths and a wildflower trail. Both Stage 1 and Stage 2 are now sold out.
A 53-hectare residential precinct providing around 700 new homes with sustainable designs, mixed-density housing, community facilities, and integrated green spaces.
The Gwynne Park Pavilion redevelopment replaces the original 1971 structure with a modern, accessible district-level community and sporting facility. Scope of works includes a spacious main hall, clubroom, meeting rooms, modern changerooms, kiosk and commercial kitchen amenities to support local sporting clubs and community hire.
Approximately 10.84-hectare triangular area of under-utilised land bound by the Armadale Train Line to the east, Forrest Road and Fifth Road, planned to become an inner-city residential precinct with medium-density housing close to Armadale train station and town centre facilities.
A $88.5 million state-of-the-art courthouse and police complex officially opened in November 2023. The 14,000 square metre facility combines services previously delivered from three separate locations and can accommodate approximately 350 police officers.
$39 million multi-storey TAFE campus in Armadale town centre opened in August 2024, featuring cutting-edge facilities for community services, early childhood education, IT, and business training. Includes state-of-the-art simulated childcare facility, specialist training areas, and Jobs and Skills Centre.
A massive rail revitalisation project in Perth's south-east that combined the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, Thornlie-Cockburn Line, and Byford Rail Extension. The project delivered seven new or rebuilt stations, replaced 13 level crossings with elevated rail, and extended the line 8km to Byford.
Enhancement of Jull Street Mall with upgraded street furniture, new seating options, bike racks, improved lighting including suspended catenary lighting, and landscaping improvements.
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Estimated completion year of the 48 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 13, 2027 10, 2028 9, 2029 3, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 3. 15 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 1 substantial development application lodged in and around Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale over the period covered (about 0.5 years); 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 1 tracked applications: 0 approved, 1 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.5 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 19 | ABS building approvals | 31st percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 0.5 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 include: Forrestdale Business Park (Construction); Morgan Park Redevelopment (Construction); Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment (Construction); Armadale Hospital Emergency Department Upgrade (Construction); and Champion Drive Precinct (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 33rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 area has seen 38 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2's current population of 9,093 has been supported by 19 approvals on average over recent years.
The Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has seen 2.2 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 474 people in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale 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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 19, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has grown by approximately 655 people, while 96 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.8 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.
Population growth drivers in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,093 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 149 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 8,241 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 852 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 61.10 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,093 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,050 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2 has added approximately 852 people and shown a 10.34% increase from the 8,241 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is estimated at 149 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (40.9%), Natural increase (33.8%), Interstate migration (25.4%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 40.9% of overall population gains.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.8% | 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 | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.1% | 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 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale is 7 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.1% vs 2.0%) and 65-74 year-olds (12.0% vs 8.5%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.7% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.0% of the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 22.3% of the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,175 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $61,643 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,920 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $807 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,209 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is approximately $55,848. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,175.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is approximately $65,983. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $61,643.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is approximately $55,848 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,175 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is approximately $65,983 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,643 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2's households (~30.4% / 903 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $1,920/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $2,209/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $807/wk.
The Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,175 and an average of $61,643 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is below the national average, 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 $55,848 (median) and $65,983 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $7,187 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2's disposable income is $7,187 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,872 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,003 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 5,025 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has approximately 4,872 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.0%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 stands at 3.0%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.8% of employment), construction (12.3%), and education & training (9.7%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is 67.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
18.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
38.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2 ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 are: Certificate (31.2%), Bachelor Degree (12.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
26.1% of the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.1% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is 1017, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,083 students.
The mount nasura - mount richon - bedfordale sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 33.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 36.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,972 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,279 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 had 2,972 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.3% to an estimated 3,279 households today.
The average household size in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.8%), group households (1.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,357 family households, couples with children account for 33.8% of all households, couples without children at home 36.2%, and single parent families 8.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.3% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.8% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.0% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 18.8% of all households in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, notably lower 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 1.9% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 7.9% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 32.8% born overseas.
The main religion in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.0% of people in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale are English, comprising 36.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 22.8% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 4.4% of Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale (vs 1.5% across Greater Perth), Welsh at 1.2% (vs 0.7%) and South African at 1.1% (vs 1.0%).
32.8% of the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
7.9% of the population in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.2% of the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
89.0% of the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.0% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 92.1% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $330 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, 41.0% of homes are owned outright, 50.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 8.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 92.1% of dwellings in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 are houses.
In the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, 0.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 stands at 41.0%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is $1,133, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 consists of 92.1% detached houses, 1.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.8% apartments, and 5.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale consumes approximately 13.6% of median household income ($8,314 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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 66.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.8% of people in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.3% of people in the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2, 48.6% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 41st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 479 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 413 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 22 public transport stops within the Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2.
The Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale SA2 has 479 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 68 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 1460 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.2 km away and the nearest school 1.2 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 22 stops nearby, 479 weekly trips, access rating 41 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 30 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 30th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale is $731 a week, +5.8% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
Educational attainment in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale has an estimated 9,093 residents, up 10.3% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Mount Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale.
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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (506011115). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
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 (Oct 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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale 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 Nasura - Mount Richon - Bedfordale with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
