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Murdoch - Kardinya has an estimated 14,424 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Murdoch - Kardinya.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Murdoch - Kardinya Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 13 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,424, an increase of 1,935 people (15.5%) from the 12,489 recorded at the 2021 Census. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 14,419 as of June 2025, together with 232 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, outright home ownership is strong, and the area has a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, a high proportion born overseas, and an elevated share aged 85 and over.
Standout features include a high proportion of teenagers and elderly residents, with elderly residents comprised largely of group households, alongside a pronounced mining employment base. In terms of population growth, the area shows moderate expansion patterns. Taken together, these characteristics describe a suburb whose population mix and development activity set it apart from the average across the region.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Murdoch - Kardinya Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 13 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 14,424, an increase of 1,935 people (15.5%) from the 12,489 recorded at the 2021 Census. This change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 14,419 as of June 2025, together with 232 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, outright home ownership is strong, and the area has a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, a high proportion born overseas, and an elevated share aged 85 and over.
Standout features include a high proportion of teenagers and elderly residents, with elderly residents comprised largely of group households, alongside a pronounced mining employment base. In terms of population growth, the area shows moderate expansion patterns. Taken together, these characteristics describe a suburb whose population mix and development activity set it apart from the average across the region.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 12,932 in 2001 and 14,419 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,424 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 16.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.2%.
Murdoch - Kardinya ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for development activity and the 90th for health.
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 Murdoch - Kardinya is $776 a week, up 7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 7% above Greater Perth.
7% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $776 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Melville | $818 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Melville, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 51 tracked applications: 46 approved, 2 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Murdoch - Kardinya (6 under construction) and 53 more in the surrounding area.
A 9.6-hectare health, education, research, housing and mixed-use precinct beside Fiona Stanley Hospital, St John of God Murdoch Hospital, Murdoch University and Murdoch Station, delivered by DevelopmentWA in two stages. Murdoch Square opened in 2024 with healthcare, aged care, a medi-hotel, offices, retail and public space.
Western Australia's first specialist orthopaedic hospital, located within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct on the St John of God Murdoch Hospital campus. The four-storey, purpose-built facility features four state-of-the-art operating theatres, 38 inpatient beds, and premium day-surgery suites.
A $1.8 billion WA Government project delivering a new 274-bed Women and Babies Hospital at 11 Robin Warren Drive, Murdoch, within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct. It will replace King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide maternity, gynaecology and neonatal services.
Boutique house and land estate by Yolk Property Group overlooking Alan Edwards Park and near Frank Cann parkland. Civil works and home builds are underway with most lots sold and a small number of park front survey strata lots and turnkey homes still available. Close to Murdoch University, Fiona Stanley Hospital and the Kardinya Park shopping precinct.
Rise@Murdoch is a 213-apartment build-to-rent development on Lot 121 within the Murdoch Health and Knowledge Precinct, delivering 65 social housing homes and 148 affordable rental homes plus ground-floor retail and office space.
Installation of new traffic signals, on-road bicycle lanes, pedestrian path and crossing facilities to improve safety at the boundary intersection jointly managed by the Cities of Melville and Cockburn.
Stage 2 of the $65 million redevelopment was completed in December 2025, transforming the site into a modern mixed-use precinct. Improvements include an expanded 3,790sqm Coles, a new fresh food market, a three-level 550-bay car park, and a major medical and wellness hub. A new signalised intersection on South Street is scheduled to open by March 2026.
Boola Katitjin is Murdoch University's completed academic building and the largest mass-engineered timber project in Western Australia. It accommodates 60 percent of the university's teaching requirements and achieved a 6-star Green Star rating, featuring 21 large teaching spaces and immersive technology-enabled labs.
Award-winning sustainable residential redevelopment of the former Hamilton Senior High School site by DevelopmentWA. The project will deliver around 300 homes across a mix of lot types with extensive retained trees, parks, nature play areas and waterwise infrastructure.
Modular transportable homes designed for social and affordable housing with minimal environmental impact, complemented by skills training programs for unemployed and vulnerable individuals. The project is coordinated from the headquarters in Booragoon, WA.
Murdoch Private will be an integrated hospital with world-class theatres supported by comfortable short stay in-patient beds.
Replacement of the outdoor spray park including softfall and shade sails. Refurbishment of the Health Lounge, spa, and sauna facilities including retiling, repainting, and fixture upgrades at LeisureFit Booragoon.
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Estimated completion year of the 33 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 5, 2027 10, 2028 6, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 2, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 51 substantial development applications lodged in and around Murdoch - Kardinya over the past 5 years, 14 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 5, 2023 5, 2024 16, 2025 11, 2026 (to Oct) 13.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 51 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 80 | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 46 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 include: Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); New Women and Babies Hospital (Fiona Stanley Hospital Precinct) (Construction); North Lake Road - Winterfold Road Intersection Upgrade (Construction); Kardinya Rise Estate (Construction); and Kardinya District Centre Precinct Structure Plan (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Health & Medical, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 20th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Murdoch - Kardinya higher than 93% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 area has seen 282 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Murdoch - Kardinya SA2's current population of 14,424 has been supported by 80 approvals on average over recent years.
The Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has seen 5.8 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 236 people in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 80, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has grown by approximately 1,424 people, while 398 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.6 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 Murdoch - Kardinya reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,424 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,668 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 64th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.1% | 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 | 12,489 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,935 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 8.65 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,424 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,419 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The murdoch - kardinya sa2 has added approximately 1,935 people and shown a 15.49% increase from the 12,489 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is estimated at 1,668 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (94.7%), Interstate migration (5.3%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 94.7% of overall population gains.
Murdoch - Kardinya's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 65th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.6% | 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 | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 at 41 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 41 years as at August 2026, Murdoch - Kardinya is 4 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 16.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 8.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.9% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (8.5% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.2% of the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.4% of the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,415 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,182 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,824 | 2021 Census, weekly | 54th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $740 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,191 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is approximately $64,668. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,415.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is approximately $84,756. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,182.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is approximately $64,668 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,415 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is approximately $84,756 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,182 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2's households (~29.2% / 1,317 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.2% 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 Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $1,824/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $2,191/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $740/wk.
The Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $60,415 and an average of $79,182 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is very 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 $64,668 (median) and $84,756 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $6,872 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The murdoch - kardinya sa2's disposable income is $6,872 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Murdoch - Kardinya significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,754 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 19,554 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,939 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has approximately 7,754 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.3%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 stands at 2.3%, which is 1.9 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 Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.4% of employment), education & training (11.3%), and retail trade (10.3%). Other significant employers include professional & technical and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is 63.4%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The murdoch - kardinya sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 11.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The murdoch - kardinya sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Murdoch - Kardinya ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 36.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
36.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
34.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The murdoch - kardinya sa2 ranks in the 72th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (24.4%), Certificate (18.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
30.0% of the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.1% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, 12.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is 1070, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 6 schools within the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,972 students.
The murdoch - kardinya sa2 includes 1 primary school, 3 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Murdoch - Kardinya features high concentrations of group households and couples without children 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 | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,511 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,210 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 had 4,511 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.5% to an estimated 5,210 households today.
The average household size in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.7%), group households (4.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,311 family households, couples with children account for 30.8% of all households, couples without children at home 31.9%, and single parent families 8.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 have an average of 1.5 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 50.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.1% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 21.7% of all households in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, similar to 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 4.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Murdoch - Kardinya was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 39.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 72.5% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.1% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Murdoch - Kardinya scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 27.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.9% born overseas.
The main religion in Murdoch - Kardinya was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.3% of people in Murdoch - Kardinya. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 3.7% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Murdoch - Kardinya are English, comprising 24.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.1% of the population, and Other, comprising 10.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Murdoch - Kardinya (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.0% (vs 1.0%) and Italian at 6.6% (vs 4.2%).
39.9% of the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
27.5% of the population in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.6% of the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
82.0% of the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Murdoch - Kardinya 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 | 21.4% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.8% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 84.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,015 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 63rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, 45.8% of homes are owned outright, 32.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 84.3% of dwellings in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 are houses.
In the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, 4.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 11.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 stands at 45.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $2,015, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is $1,031, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 consists of 84.3% detached houses, 11.1% semi-detached dwellings, 4.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Murdoch - Kardinya consumes approximately 13.1% of median household income ($7,898 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Murdoch - Kardinya show attached dwellings contributing 83% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 17% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Murdoch - Kardinya's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.2% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Murdoch - Kardinya 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.
6.1% of people in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.3% of people in the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2, 56.5% 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 high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 88 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 88th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 97 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 71st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,133 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 149 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 28 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 97 public transport stops within the Murdoch - Kardinya SA2.
The Murdoch - Kardinya SA2 has 7,133 weekly trips across 28 routes, averaging 1,019 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 183 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 465 m away and the nearest school 589 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 97 stops nearby, 7,133 weekly trips, access rating 88 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 465 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 589 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 592 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 657 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 690 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 724 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 864 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Murdoch - Kardinya higher than 93% of real estate markets across the country.
Murdoch - Kardinya has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 20th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Murdoch - Kardinya is $776 a week, +7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Murdoch - Kardinya reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Murdoch - Kardinya's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Murdoch - Kardinya significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
The educational profile of Murdoch - Kardinya ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Murdoch - Kardinya features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Murdoch - Kardinya was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Murdoch - Kardinya is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Murdoch - Kardinya's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Murdoch - Kardinya has an estimated 14,424 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Murdoch - Kardinya.
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 Murdoch - Kardinya.
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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 (507041182). 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 Murdoch - Kardinya 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 Murdoch - Kardinya 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.
