Mundaring
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Mundaring's population is approximately 14,318 as of August 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,013 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,305. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,224 in June 2024 and an additional 28 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 120 persons per square kilometer. Mundaring's population has grown by 7.6% since the census, which is within 1.0 percentage points of the national average growth rate of 8.6%. The primary driver of this growth was overseas migration, contributing approximately 40.8% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all factors including interstate migration and natural growth were positive contributors to Mundaring's demographic changes. AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch employs the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data to estimate post-2032 growth trends. Future population dynamics anticipate an above median growth for Australian statistical areas, with Mundaring expected to increase by 2,243 persons to reach a total of approximately 16,561 by 2041, representing a 15.0% increase over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Mundaring when compared nationally

Mundaring annually approves approximately 34 dwellings for development. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reports that between Financial Year (FY) 2021 and FY 2025, around 174 dwellings received approvals. By the end of FY 2026, seven dwellings had been approved so far. On average, each dwelling adds five new residents annually over these five years.

This demand outpaces supply, potentially driving up prices and increasing competition among buyers. Developers target the premium market segment with an average construction cost of $629,000 per dwelling. Commercial approvals totaled $11.7 million in FY 2026, indicating balanced commercial development activity. Mundaring's new dwelling approval rate is around two-thirds that of Greater Perth and ranks at the 36th percentile nationally, suggesting limited buyer choice and interest in existing properties.

This is below the national average, implying established areas with potential planning limitations. All recent developments consist of detached houses, maintaining Mundaring's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. There are approximately 470 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet development environment. By 2041, Mundaring is projected to add 2,149 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying competition among buyers and price increases.

Mundaring has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 5thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. One major project is identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting this region: EastLink WA. Key projects also include Perth Active Transport Improvements and METRONET, along with its High Capacity Signalling Program. The following list details those likely to have the most relevance.

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Employment performance in Mundaring ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Mundaring has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.9% in June 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 4.0% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 8,185 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.0%, below Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was 62.8%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Mundaring shows strong specialization in mining, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 11.0% versus the regional average of 14.8%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison between working population and resident population. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 4.0%, while labour force grew by 4.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.1 percentage points in Mundaring. In Greater Perth, employment rose by 3.7%, labour force grew by 3.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. State-level data for WA as of Sep-25 shows employment contracted by 0.82% (losing 14,590 jobs), with a state unemployment rate of 4.3%. This compares to the national unemployment rate of 4.5%, lagging behind national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mundaring's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ended June 2022 shows median income in Mundaring was $57,271 and average income was $74,787. This contrasts with Greater Perth where median income was $58,380 and average income was $78,020. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.61% from June 2022 to March 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $63,920 (median) and $83,470 (average). Census data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Mundaring are at the 59th percentile nationally. Income brackets show that 31.8% of residents (4,553 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to metropolitan regions where this group represents 32.0%. Housing accounts for 13.5% of income. Mundaring residents rank at the 71st percentile for disposable income and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

In Mundaring, as per the latest Census evaluation, 97.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 2.4% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is compared to Perth metro's figures of 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Mundaring stood at 39.5%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 51.2% and rented ones for 9.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, surpassing Perth metro's average of $1,950. The median weekly rent in Mundaring was $380, higher than Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Mundaring's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were above the national figure of $375.

Mundaring features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.7 percent of all households, including 37.4 percent couples with children, 33.3 percent couples without children, and 9.6 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 19.3 percent, with lone person households at 17.9 percent and group households making up 1.5 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Mundaring performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Educational qualifications in Mundaring trail regional benchmarks, with 21.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 30.4% nationally. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificates (30.6%). Educational participation is high, with 27.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.6% in secondary education, 9.3% in primary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education. There are approximately 10 schools operating within Mundaring, educating about 2,836 students. The area has balanced educational opportunities (ICSEA: 1026), with 7 primary and 3 secondary schools serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs (19.8 places per 100 residents vs 14.5 regionally), suggesting Mundaring serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to parent campus.

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

Transport analysis shows 176 active stops in Mundaring, served by a mix of buses. There are 8 routes providing 346 weekly trips. Residents' average distance to nearest stop is 602 meters.

Service frequency averages 49 daily trips per route, equating to about one weekly trip per stop.

Health outcomes in Mundaring are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health indicators show below-average outcomes in Mundaring.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population, which amounts to about 8,089 people. Mental health issues impact 8.4% of residents, while arthritis affects 8.2%. Around 67.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.2% across Greater Perth. The area has 22.3% of residents aged 65 and over (3,194 people), higher than the 21.2% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Mundaring's population, surveyed in August 2016, showed lower cultural diversity with 75.7% born in Australia, 90.2% being citizens, and 96.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 41.4%. Buddhism, at 1.0%, was similarly represented to Greater Perth's figure.

The top three ancestry groups were English (35.9%), Australian (27.8%), and Scottish (8.8%). Notable differences included Welsh (0.9% vs regional 0.9%), Dutch (2.1% vs 2.0%), and New Zealand (1.1% vs 0.9%) groups in Mundaring.

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

Mundaring's median age is 44, exceeding Greater Perth's figure of 37 and the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 12.5% of Mundaring's population, higher than Greater Perth's percentage. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort makes up 7.9%, lower than Greater Perth's figure. Post-2021 Census, the 75-84 age group grew from 5.8% to 7.4%. Meanwhile, the 25-34 cohort declined from 9.4% to 7.9%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 14.9% to 13.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling predicts Mundaring's age profile will change significantly. The 75-84 group is projected to grow by 72%, reaching 1,836 people from 1,065 currently. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 83% of the population growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 35-44 age groups are forecasted to experience population declines.