Nollamara - Westminster

Nollamara - Westminster lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Nollamara - Westminster's population is 22,419 as of November 2025. This shows a growth of 2,601 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 19,818. The increase is inferred from ABS estimates: 22,419 in June 2024 and an additional 105 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 3,711 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. The area's growth rate of 13.1% since the 2021 Census exceeds the national average of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 66.9% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 growth estimation, AreaSearch utilises ABS' latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on projected demographic shifts, the area is expected to grow by 3,632 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 16.2% over 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Nollamara - Westminster was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Nollamara - Westminster has recorded approximately 130 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, a total of 654 homes have been approved, with an additional 40 approved so far in FY26. On average, for every home built over these five years, there are approximately 4.3 new residents.

This indicates that demand significantly exceeds new supply, which typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition. The construction cost value of new properties averages around $194,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. In FY26, commercial approvals have totaled $3.3 million, suggesting limited focus on commercial development. Compared to Greater Perth, Nollamara - Westminster shows moderately higher development activity, with a 43.0% increase above the regional average per person over the past five years.

This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. New development in Nollamara - Westminster consists of approximately 49.0% standalone homes and 51.0% attached dwellings. This trend towards denser development provides accessible entry options, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. With around 176 people per dwelling approval, the area shows characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts indicate that Nollamara - Westminster will gain approximately 3,632 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Nollamara - Westminster has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 13thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Westminster Estate - Cedar Woods, Mosaic Balcatta Estate, Amelia Heights Estate - DevelopmentWA & Satterley, and Westminster Local Centre Enhancement. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment conditions in Nollamara - Westminster remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Nollamara - Westminster has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate in September 2025 was 5.2%, with an estimated employment growth of 5.6% over the past year.

As of this date, 13,105 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.2% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Nollamara - Westminster was broadly similar to Greater Perth's 65.2%. The dominant employment sectors among residents included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food.

Mining, however, was under-represented with only 4.6% of the workforce compared to 7.0% in Greater Perth. Employment levels increased by 5.6% during the year to September 2025, while labour force increased by 3.7%, causing a fall in unemployment rate by 1.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.9%. State-level data from 25-Nov shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Nollamara - Westminster's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Nollamara - Westminster SA2 is below the national average. The median income is $56,840 and the average income stands at $63,841. In comparison, Greater Perth has a median income of $58,380 and an average income of $78,020. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Nollamara - Westminster SA2 would be approximately $64,911 (median) and $72,906 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranks at the 51st percentile ($813 weekly), while household income sits at the 33rd percentile. The data indicates that the largest segment comprises 35.2% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (7,891 residents), aligning with the broader area where this cohort likewise represents 32.0%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 28th percentile.

Nollamara - Westminster displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Nollamara - Westminster, as evaluated at the latest Census (2016), comprised 52.5% houses and 47.5% other dwellings. In comparison, Perth metro had 59.6% houses and 40.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nollamara - Westminster was 18.8%, with the remainder mortgaged (34.5%) or rented (46.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,552, below Perth metro's average of $1,950 and national average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Nollamara - Westminster was $340, compared to Perth metro's $350 and national figure of $375.

Nollamara - Westminster features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 61.0% of all households, including 23.7% couples with children, 22.9% couples without children, and 12.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 39.0%, with lone person households at 33.2% and group households making up 5.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.4.

The educational profile of Nollamara - Westminster exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

In Nollamara, 31.9% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to the SA3 area's 37.1%. This gap suggests potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are the most common (21.7%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 33.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding them.

Advanced diplomas account for 13.1%, while certificates make up 20.4%. Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 6.5% in tertiary education, and 5.0% pursuing secondary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Nollamara - Westminster shows that there are 93 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 16 individual routes providing service to the area. The combined weekly passenger trips across all these routes amount to 3,460.

The accessibility of public transport in this region is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 167 meters away from their nearest transport stop. On average, there are 494 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 37 weekly trips per individual stop.

Nollamara - Westminster's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics indicates strong performance throughout Nollamara - Westminster, with younger cohorts experiencing particularly low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 51% of the total population (~11,478 people) have private health cover, slightly lower than the average SA2 area's 59.9%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.5 and 6.0% of residents respectively. A total of 75.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to Greater Perth's 73.0%. The area has 12.7% of residents aged 65 and over (2,849 people), lower than the 18.3% in Greater Perth.

Nollamara - Westminster is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Nollamara-Weston Creek scores highly in cultural diversity, with 47.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home as of the 2016 Census. Additionally, 52.2% were born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 42.8%.

However, Islam is overrepresented at 9.9%, compared to the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. The top three ancestry groups are Other (23.8%), English (17.2%), and Australian (14.2%). Notably, Macedonian (2.1%) and Serbian (0.8%) are overrepresented, while Vietnamese (3.1%) also has a higher representation than the regional average of 1.7%.

Nollamara - Westminster hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Nollamara - Westminster's median age is 34 years, which is lower than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's national median age of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, Nollamara - Westminster has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (21.6%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.5%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of residents aged 65-74 has increased from 6.4% to 7.3%, while the proportion of those aged 25-34 has decreased from 22.9% to 21.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Nollamara - Westminster, with the strongest projected growth in the 45-54 age group (37%), adding 834 residents to reach a total of 3,094. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 0-4 age cohorts.