Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood
Statistical Area - sa2

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's population was 15,116 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 1,124 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,992 people. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 15,111 in June 2024 and an additional 116 validated new addresses post-census. This results in a density ratio of 1,751 persons per square kilometer, above the national average assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 8.0% since the census is within 0.9 percentage points of the national average (8.9%). Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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 estimates, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population projections indicate a median increase for statistical areas nationally. The area is expected to grow by 1,348 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 8.9% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood has seen approximately 74 dwellings receiving development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25374 homes were approved, with a further 21 approved in FY26 as of now. On average, each dwelling has accommodated around 2.2 new residents per year over these five years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

New homes are being constructed at an average expected cost of $217,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options for purchasers. In FY26 alone, $5.7 million worth of commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's predominantly residential character. Compared to Greater Perth, Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood maintains similar construction rates per capita, helping maintain market balance with the broader region.

The majority of new developments consist of detached houses (96.0%), with townhouses or apartments making up the remaining 4.0%, preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. As of now, there are approximately 222 people per dwelling approval in the location, suggesting room for growth. Population forecasts indicate that Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood is expected to gain around 1,343 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 14 projects potentially influencing the area. Notable projects include Riverton Rise Estate, Canning City Centre Regeneration Program, Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment, and METRONET Tulloch Way Housing Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood has a well-educated workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 3.7%, lower than Greater Perth's 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.7%. As of June 2025, 8,246 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.2% below Greater Perth's rate. Workforce participation is somewhat lower at 62.5%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.

The area has a notable concentration in manufacturing, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Construction, however, is under-represented at 7.6% compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 3.7%, while labour force increased by 3.1%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with a slight rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood's median income among taxpayers was $50,572 and average income stood at $64,783 in financial year 2022. These figures compared to Greater Perth's median of $58,380 and average of $78,020 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income would be approximately $57,753 and average income around $73,982, based on a 14.2% growth in wages since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood's household, family, and personal incomes ranked modestly, between the 36th and 38th percentiles. The $1,500-$2,999 income bracket dominated with 32.8% of residents (4,958 people), similar to the broader area where 32.0% fell into this bracket. After housing expenses, 85.4% of income remained for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

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

In Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood, as per the latest Census evaluation, 85.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 14.8% being semi-detached apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Perth metro's 78.4% houses and 21.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood stood at 37.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.3% and rented ones at 23.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,820. The median weekly rent in the area was $340, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 70.7% of all households, including 31.2% couples with children, 26.7% couples without children, and 11.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households at 26.0% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

In Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood trail, 28.8% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to the SA3 area's 38.6%. The most common qualification is bachelor degrees at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (23.1%). Educational participation is high, with 27.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 8.9% in primary, 6.3% in secondary, and 5.9% in tertiary education. The area's five schools have a combined enrollment of 3,008 students, serving typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1018) with balanced educational opportunities. It consists of three primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. School capacity exceeds residential needs, with 19.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.8, indicating it serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to the parent campus.

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

Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood has 112 active public transport stops. These stops serve a mix of bus routes totalling six. Weekly passenger trips across these routes amount to 1,484.

Residential accessibility to transport is excellent, with residents located an average of 161 metres from the nearest stop. Daily service frequency averages 212 trips across all routes, translating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood residents with common health conditions seen across all age groups.

Approximately 52% of residents have private health cover, slightly higher than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.4%) and mental health issues (7.2%). About 70.3% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 76.0% in Greater Perth. Around 20.8% of residents are aged 65 and over (3,142 people), higher than the 15.9% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors in this area are above average, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood has high cultural diversity: 32.0% speak a language other than English at home, and 45.8% were born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 41.1%. Buddhism's presence is notable at 6.4%, slightly higher than Greater Perth's 6.7%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (24.7%), Australian (18.7%), and Other (14.1%). Korean representation is slightly higher at 1.1% compared to the regional average of 1.2%. Chinese representation stands at 11.8%, lower than Greater Perth's 14.7%. Dutch ancestry is also relatively high, with 1.8% compared to the region's 1.3%.

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has a median age of 40, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Perth average, the 65-74 cohort is notably over-represented at 11.1% locally, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 13.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 6.1% to 7.1% of the population. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort has declined from 12.3% to 10.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 546 people (51%) from 1,068 to 1,615. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 62% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 0-4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.