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Piara Waters - Forrestdale has an estimated 25,168 residents, up 56.8% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Piara Waters - Forrestdale.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Piara Waters - Forrestdale Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 21 kilometres south-southeast from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch’s analysis, its population is around 25,168 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 9,119 people (56.8%) since the 2021 Census population of 16,049. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 21,815 as of June 2025 and 2,585 validated new addresses since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area combines a well-educated population, above-average median household income, strong mortgage holder representation, a high proportion of married families and a notable 35 to 44yo presence. Its population includes a high share of children and working-age residents, with family households and couples with children prominent. Piara Waters - Forrestdale is also highly culturally diverse and affluent, and ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 21 kilometres south-southeast from Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch’s analysis, its population is around 25,168 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 9,119 people (56.8%) since the 2021 Census population of 16,049. The change is inferred from the ABS estimated resident population of 21,815 as of June 2025 and 2,585 validated new addresses since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, and the area combines a well-educated population, above-average median household income, strong mortgage holder representation, a high proportion of married families and a notable 35 to 44yo presence. Its population includes a high share of children and working-age residents, with family households and couples with children prominent. Piara Waters - Forrestdale is also highly culturally diverse and affluent, and ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally for population growth.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,235 in 2001 and 21,815 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 25,168 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 23.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 44.4%.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for development activity and the 98th for employment drivers.
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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale is $930 a week, up 5.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 29% above Greater Perth.
29% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $930 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Armadale | $739 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Armadale, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 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 East, over 12 months | +7.0% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 20 projects in Piara Waters - Forrestdale (9 under construction) and 119 more in the surrounding area.
Approved neighbourhood centre at the junction of Nicholson Road and Armadale Road in Piara Waters. The Metro Outer Development Assessment Panel approved DAP/22/02284 in October 2024 for multiple buildings around a main street layout, including 11 shops with a supermarket and chemist, a convenience store/service station, medical centre, two fast food…
Ayana Estate is a masterplanned residential estate in Piara Waters being delivered by Aigle Royal Group and GM Property Group. The project comprises around 60 residential lots with Stage 3 now selling, while earlier stages have been released and titled progressively.
A small boutique residential housing estate consisting of approximately 70 green title lots, surrounded by quality homes and infrastructure. Located minutes away from shopping centres, schools, parklands, and public transport.
Aarya is a masterplanned residential estate by Satterley in Piara Waters comprising approximately 400 homesites across around 31 hectares. Civil construction commenced in late 2024 and staged land releases are continuing, with Stage 7 released during 2026.
Piara Waters Lifestyle Resort is a masterplanned over-50s land lease community featuring 240 home sites powered by a 100 percent solar and battery microgrid. Developed by Providence Lifestyle, the resort includes a multi-million-dollar clubhouse, heated indoor and beach-entry outdoor pools, wellness facilities, sports courts, and recreational amenities.
Master-planned estate of 550 homes on a 38-hectare residential estate in Forrestdale featuring three parks, future primary school, and surrounded by established amenities. Joint venture between private and government developers (LWP Property Group and DevelopmentWA).
Stockland Halcyon Wildflower is a $122.2 million over-55s land lease community within the broader Wildflower masterplanned community in Piara Waters, 26km south-east of Perth CBD.
Forrestdale Business Park East (FBPE) is a 190 hectare industrial estate forming the eastern component of the 330 hectare Forrestdale Business Park, bounded by Tonkin Highway, Armadale Road and Ranford Road in Forrestdale.
A $40 million mixed-use neighbourhood shopping centre and extension of the CY OConnor Village Pub precinct. It features Tucker Fresh IGA supermarket, Nido Childcare, Garden Medical Centre, Chemist Warehouse, BP Service Station, BobaBoba Bubble Tea, Banter Fitness, physiotherapy, hairdressing services, and four fast food outlets.
Neighbourhood shopping centre within Stockland Newhaven, anchored by Woolworths and ALDI with ~30 specialty stores and alfresco dining. Officially opened in June 2016 and designed for future expansion, with Green Star targeted design and on-site solar and energy-efficient systems.
Contemporary and community-focused private estate of 350 homes designed with liveability in mind. Features retained bushland, conservation wetland at its core, and is located just 24km from Perth CBD.
The redevelopment of the Forrestdale Sporting Precinct (formerly Forrestdale Community Hub) involves the demolition of existing facilities to make way for modern buildings, including a new William Skeet Pavilion consolidating functions of previous pavilions, external works with multi-marked hardcourts, youth space, playgrounds, and a new community hall with…
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Estimated completion year of the 64 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 16, 2027 17, 2028 12, 2029 7, 2030 6, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Piara Waters - Forrestdale over the period covered (about 2.5 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 1 approved, 0 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.5 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 20.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 366 | ABS building approvals | 97th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 2.5 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 include: Aarya Estate by Satterley (Construction); Piara Waters Local Centre (Approved); Piara Waters Lifestyle Resort (Construction); Ayana Estate (Construction); and Varuna Private Estate (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Retail, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 27th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Piara Waters - Forrestdale higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 area has seen 1,007 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2's current population of 25,168 has been supported by 366 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 366, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 has grown by approximately 6,162 people, while 1,832 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.4 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.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,168 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +56.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 655 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +6.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +9.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 16,049 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 9,119 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +7.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +6.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 38.43 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 was estimated to be approximately 25,168 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 21,815 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The piara waters - forrestdale sa2 has added approximately 9,119 people and shown a 56.82% increase from the 16,049 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is estimated at 655 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 9.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (49.5%), Overseas migration (26.3%), Natural increase (24.2%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 49.5% of overall population gains.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 32 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 27.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.3% | 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 | 31 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 23.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 1.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 at 32 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 32 years as at August 2026, Piara Waters - Forrestdale is 5 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 6 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 23.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 5.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (19.6% vs 12.2%) and 35-44 year-olds (23.7% vs 15.1%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.3% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.6% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 27.7% of the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 5.4% of the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,442 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,406 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,441 | 2021 Census, weekly | 89th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,105 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 34.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,522 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 6.4% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is approximately $76,472. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,442.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is approximately $90,348. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,406.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is approximately $76,472 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,442 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is approximately $90,348 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,406 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2's households (~44.4% / 2,196 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 44.4% 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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $2,441/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $2,522/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $1,105/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is extremely high nationally, with the median assessed at $71,442 while the average income stands at $84,406. This contrasts to Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $64,047 and an average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $76,472 (median) and $90,348 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $8,783 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The piara waters - forrestdale sa2's disposable income is $8,783 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Piara Waters - Forrestdale performing better than 98% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 79.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 12,930 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 21,940 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 13,108 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 has approximately 12,930 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.4%. 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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 stands at 1.4%, which is 2.9 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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.4% of employment), construction (8.6%), and retail trade (8.6%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.6% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is 79.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The piara waters - forrestdale sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 17.4% of the local workforce compared to 14.8% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The piara waters - forrestdale 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.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 38.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.9% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 27.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
38.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
27.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The piara waters - forrestdale sa2 ranks in the 81th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (27.2%), Certificate (20.9%), Advanced Diploma (12.9%).
33.9% of the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.7% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 4.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is 1058, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 9 schools within the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,629 students.
The piara waters - forrestdale sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 3 combined schools.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.2 people | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 57.7% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 19.3% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,946 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,756 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 86.3% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 had 4,946 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 56.8% to an estimated 7,756 households today.
The average household size in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is 3.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 86.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.7%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,268 family households, couples with children account for 57.7% of all households, couples without children at home 19.3%, and single parent families 8.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 86.3% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.7% compared to 24.9% in Greater Perth. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale 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 61.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 11.7% of all households in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, notably lower than 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 2.0% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 49.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 44.8% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 55.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.3% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 50.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Piara Waters - Forrestdale scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 44.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 49.6% born overseas.
The main religion in Piara Waters - Forrestdale was found to be Christianity, which makes up 40.9% of people in Piara Waters - Forrestdale. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 6.7% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 1.4%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Piara Waters - Forrestdale are Other, comprising 19.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 19.0% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 16.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Indian is notably overrepresented at 12.9% of Piara Waters - Forrestdale (vs 2.6% across Greater Perth), South African at 1.9% (vs 1.0%) and Filipino at 2.8% (vs 1.4%).
49.6% of the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
44.8% of the population in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.8% of the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
79.3% of the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,028 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 68th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 73.7% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $420 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, 9.8% of homes are owned outright, 73.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.6% of dwellings in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 are houses.
In the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 stands at 9.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $2,028, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is $1,794, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 19.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 19.2% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 consists of 98.6% detached houses, 1.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Piara Waters - Forrestdale consumes approximately 17.0% of median household income ($10,570 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Piara Waters - Forrestdale show attached dwellings contributing 3% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 97% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale'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 | 59.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 76th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 83.9% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 85.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 59.2% of people in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, 2.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.2% of people in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.8% of the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.3% of people in the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2, 59.2% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 36 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 36th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 36th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 946 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 33rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 574 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 41 public transport stops within the Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2.
The Piara Waters - Forrestdale SA2 has 946 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 135 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 319 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 451 m away and the nearest school 592 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 41 stops nearby, 946 weekly trips, access rating 36 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 22 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 451 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 592 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 920 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 986 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Piara Waters - Forrestdale higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 27th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Piara Waters - Forrestdale is $930 a week, +5.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale lies within the top 4% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Piara Waters - Forrestdale performing better than 98% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Greater Perth.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale'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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Piara Waters - Forrestdale has an estimated 25,168 residents, up 56.8% since the 2021 Census, with 20 projects tracked in Piara Waters - Forrestdale.
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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 (506011308). 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 (Aug 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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale 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 Piara Waters - Forrestdale 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.
