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

As of Aug 2025, Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's population is approximately 15,116. This figure represents an increase of 1,124 people from the 2021 Census count of 13,992. The growth was inferred from ABS estimates: a resident population of 15,111 in June 2024 and additional validated addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,751 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Since the census, Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has experienced an 8.0% growth rate, close to the national average of 8.6%. Most population gains were driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 87.2% of overall increases.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). By 2041, Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood is projected to grow by 1,348 persons, reflecting an 8.9% increase 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 received approximately 74 dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides this data on a financial year basis, showing 374 homes approved over the past five years from FY21 to FY25, with seven already recorded in FY26. An average of 2.2 people have moved to the area per new home constructed over these five years, supporting property values and indicating solid demand for housing. The average construction cost value of new homes is $343,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options.

This financial year has seen $5.7 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential character. Comparing Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood to Greater Perth shows similar construction rates per capita, maintaining market balance with the broader region. New development consists of 96% detached houses and 4% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's suburban nature and appealing to space-seeking buyers.

There are approximately 222 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating potential for growth. Population forecasts suggest Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood will gain 1,343 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 11 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment, Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment, Kent Street Weir Precinct, 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%.

Over the past year, ending June 2025, employment grew by an estimated 3.7%. As of that month, 8,246 residents are employed, with a participation rate of 62.5% compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. Manufacturing stands out with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, construction is under-represented at 7.6%, compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force grew by 3.1%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment growth of 3.7% but a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to Sep-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.82%, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. National forecasts from May 2025 project employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's industry 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 has an average national income level according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. The median income among taxpayers is $50,572 and the average income stands at $64,783. This compares to Greater Perth's figures of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for March 2025 would be approximately $56,443 (median) and $72,304 (average). From the 2021 Census, incomes rank modestly in Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood, between the 36th and 38th percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 32.8% of residents (4,958 people), similar to the broader area where 32.0% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places 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 data, 85.2% of dwellings were houses while 14.8% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments and other types. This compares to Perth metropolitan area's 78.4% houses and 21.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Parkwood-Ferndale-Lynwood stood at 37.5%, with mortgaged properties at 39.3% and rented dwellings at 23.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,820. 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 Australia's 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 are the majority, making up 70.7% of all households. They consist of 31.2% couples with children, 26.7% couples without children, and 11.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.3%, with lone person households being 26.0% and group households at 3.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than Greater Perth's average of 2.7.

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

Educational qualifications in Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood trail regional benchmarks. 28.8% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to 38.6% in the SA3 area. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 34.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (23.1%).

Educational participation is high, with 27.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 8.9% in primary, 6.3% in secondary, and 5.9% in tertiary education. Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has five schools with a combined enrollment of 3,008 students. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1018) with balanced educational opportunities, including three primary, one secondary, and one K-12 school. School capacity exceeds residential needs (19.9 places per 100 residents vs 14.8 regionally), indicating the area 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 are served by six bus routes, offering a total of 1,484 weekly passenger trips. Residents' average distance to the nearest stop is 161 meters.

Daily service frequency across all routes is 212 trips, equating to about 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

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood residents show relatively positive health outcomes with common conditions seen across young and old age cohorts.

Private health cover is approximately 52%, leading the average SA2 area (~7,845 people). 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. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 20.8% (3,142 people), higher than Greater Perth's 15.9%. Health outcomes among seniors 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 shows high cultural diversity, with 32.0% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 45.8% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 41.1%. Buddhism is slightly overrepresented at 6.4%, compared to Greater Perth's 6.7%.

In ancestry, English (24.7%), Australian (18.7%), and Other (14.1%) are the top groups. Korean (1.1% vs regional 1.2%), Chinese (11.8% vs 14.7%), and Dutch (1.8% vs 1.3%) show notable differences in representation compared to Greater Perth.

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

Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood has a median age of 40, slightly 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 in Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood, making up 11.1% of the local population, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 13.1%. Between 2021 and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 6.1% to 7.1% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 12.3% to 10.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Parkwood - Ferndale - Lynwood's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75 to 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.