Mundaring

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

According to research by AreaSearch, the population of Mundaring is estimated at 14,530 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 13,305 residents, this represents a growth of 1,225 individuals, or 9.2%. The estimate is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 14,517 in June 2025, combined with 78 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level results in a density of 122 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for potential future expansion. The growth rate of 9.2% is just 0.1 percentage points below the national benchmark of 9.3%, showing solid growth fundamentals. Interstate migration was the primary driver of growth, accounting for approximately 43.5% of the gains, although natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions.

AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. For locations lacking this data, or to project changes beyond 2032, growth rates by age group from the ABS 2023 Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data) are applied. Demographic trends suggest the locality will experience population growth above the national median, with projections indicating an increase of 2,134 residents by 2041 based on recent annual ERP figures, representing a overall rise of 14.6% over the 16 years.

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

Mundaring averages approximately 34 residential approvals annually, with 174 built over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 54 during FY-26. Because an average of 5.8 new residents have arrived for each completed dwelling over the FY-21 to FY-25 period, construction is lagging behind demand. This imbalance typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices. Newly constructed homes average $351,000 in value, which is higher than the regional average, pointing to premium projects. In addition, commercial approvals have reached $11.7 million during the current financial year, indicating steady non-residential development.

When contrasted with Greater Perth, construction activity per person in Mundaring is around 56%, placing it in the 34th percentile of all areas evaluated nationwide. This limited construction activity restricts options for buyers, boosting demand for established properties. The level of building is also lower than the national average, reflecting a mature market and potential developmental barriers. All recent construction has consisted of detached houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area and appealing to buyers seeking extra space. The ratio of 477 residents for every dwelling approval highlights the quiet nature of local development.

Long-term projections indicate that Mundaring will add 2,121 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, residential supply may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support higher property prices.

Mundaring has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 14thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning changes, and major works are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence this locality. Relevant developments include EastLink WA, City of Swan Water and Wastewater Upgrades, METRONET, and the METRONET High Capacity Signalling Program, with details on the most relevant schemes provided below.

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Employment conditions in Mundaring rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Mundaring features a skilled workforce with a strong presence of industrial and manufacturing sectors, a low unemployment rate of 2.0%, and estimated employment growth of 3.9% over the past year. In March 2026, 8,250 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 2.2% lower than the Greater Perth rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation matches the Greater Perth average of 70.2%. According to the Census, only 10.6% of residents worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

The major employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The local workforce shows a high concentration in mining, with representation 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance employs 11.0% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 14.8% recorded across Greater Perth. The imbalance between the Census working population and resident population suggests this is a predominantly residential area with limited local job opportunities.

According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents rose by 3.9% and the labour force expanded by 4.0%, causing the unemployment rate to tick up by 0.1 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth experienced a 2.0% rise in employment, a 2.5% increase in the labour force, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local employment mix suggests Mundaring's employment could grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.

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

ATO data for the 2023 financial year aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that income levels in Mundaring SA2 are exceptionally high on a national scale. The median taxpayer income is $60,529 and the average is $78,813, compared to Greater Perth averages of $60,748 and $80,248. Adjusted for a 10.93% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $67,145 for the median and $87,427 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes placed the area in the 59th percentile nationally. The most common weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 31.8% of residents (4,620 people), which aligns with the regional figure of 32.0%. Housing costs consume 13.5% of income, and strong earnings place residents in the 70th percentile for disposable income, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile.

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

The housing stock in Mundaring at the last Census consisted of 97.7% separate houses and 2.4% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative housing), compared to 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings in metropolitan Perth. Home ownership is high, with 39.5% of households owning their home outright, while 51.2% have a mortgage and 9.3% rent. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,000, higher than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907. The median weekly rent was $380, compared to $350 in metropolitan Perth. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Mundaring exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.

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

Families make up the majority of households at 80.7%, consisting of couples with children at 37.4%, couples without children at 33.3%, and single-parent households at 9.6%. Non-family households account for 19.3%, consisting of lone-person households at 17.9% and group households at 1.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is slightly 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 attainment in Mundaring is lower than the regional average, with 21.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% nationally. This indicates scope for upgrading local qualifications. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Technical and vocational training is prominent, with 42.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 30.6%.

Participation in education is high, with 27.8% of the population enrolled in study. This includes 9.6% attending secondary school, 9.3% in primary school, and 3.5% studying at tertiary institutions.

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

Public transport analysis identifies 175 transport stops in Mundaring, which are serviced by buses. These stops accommodate 8 routes, offering 351 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is low, with residents living an average of 602 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the district, with private cars remaining the dominant mode of travel at 88%, followed by trains at 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.1 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 10.6% of residents worked from home at the 2021 Census, potentially reflecting pandemic-era conditions.

Service frequency averages 50 trips daily across all routes, which equates to about 2 weekly services per stop. The associated map details the 100 closest stops to the central point of the area.

Mundaring's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, health outcomes in Mundaring are strong. Both younger and older demographics exhibit low rates of common chronic conditions, and private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 58% of the population, or about 8,485 people.

The most prevalent health issues recorded are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 8.4% and 8.2% of residents. Conversely, 67.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Health status among working-age residents is average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.0% of the population (3,337 people), which is higher than the Greater Perth average of 16.1%. Health outcomes for these seniors are above average, with national rankings aligning with the wider community.

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

Mundaring exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 75.7% of residents born in Australia, 90.2% holding citizenship, and 96.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 41.4% of the population. The most notable religious variance is in Buddhism, which accounts for 1.0% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in Mundaring are English at 35.9% (higher than the regional average of 28.0%), Australian at 27.8% (higher than the regional average of 21.2%), and Scottish at 8.8%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Welsh represented at 0.9% (compared to 0.7% regionally), Dutch at 2.1% (compared to 1.5%), and New Zealand ancestry at 1.1% (compared to 0.8%).

Mundaring hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

With a median age of 44, Mundaring's population is older than the Greater Perth median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 12.7% compared to Greater Perth, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 7.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.8% to 7.6%, and the 15 to 24 group has grown from 11.1% to 12.3%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.9% to 13.0%, and the 25 to 34 cohort declined from 9.4% to 7.7%. Demographic models suggest the age profile will change by 2041, with the cohort aged 85 and over projected to grow by 181% (an increase of 699 people) to reach 1,086, up from 386. This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged 65 and over representing 80% of the projected growth, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts are expected to contract.