Swanbourne - Mount Claremont
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Population growth drivers in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's population is 10,518 as of November 2025. From the 2021 Census to June 2024, there was an increase of 906 people (9.4%), reaching an estimated resident population of 10,500 with an additional 17 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 899 persons per square kilometer. The area's growth exceeded the national average of 8.9%, demonstrating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 79.9% 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 estimation, 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). Considering projected demographic shifts, above median population growth is projected for statistical areas across the nation. The area is expected to grow by 1,335 persons to 2041, with an increase of 12.5% in total over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Swanbourne - Mount Claremont when compared nationally

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont has seen approximately 28 dwellings receiving development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 144 homes were approved, with an additional four approved in FY-26 so far. On average, each dwelling constructed over these years has attracted about 6.3 new residents yearly.

This significant demand outpaces supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new properties is $683,000, indicating developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $39.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting robust local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Swanbourne - Mount Claremont exhibits roughly half the construction activity per person and ranks among the 33rd percentile of areas assessed nationally, suggesting constrained buyer choice and interest in existing properties.

This is below average nationally, likely due to the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New development consists predominantly of detached houses (95.0%) with a small percentage of medium and high-density housing (5.0%), preserving the area's traditional low density character appealing to families seeking space. Detached housing dominance in new construction is higher than current patterns suggest (79.0% at Census), indicating strong demand for family homes despite increasing density pressures. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 494, reflecting its quiet development environment. Population forecasts project Swanbourne - Mount Claremont to gain approximately 1,317 residents by 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 7thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 28 projects likely impacting the area. Notable initiatives include Claremont on the Park Stage 2 (The Crescent), Swanbourne Station Transit-Oriented Development, Broadway on the Bay, and Claremont Station METRONET Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont has an unemployment rate of 1.4%. As of June 2025, there are 5,619 residents employed, with a participation rate similar to Greater Perth's at 65.2%.

The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. Professional & technical services show strong representation, being 1.9 times the regional level. However, construction is under-represented, with only 4.8% of the workforce compared to Greater Perth's 9.3%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data analysis.

Between June 2024 and June 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.4%, employment declined by 1.8%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 3.7% and a labour force growth of 3.8%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.3% over five years and 14.9% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data, released for financial year 2022, indicates Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's median income among taxpayers is $69,181. The average income in this area is $139,631. Nationally, these figures place Swanbourne - Mount Claremont in the top percentile. In comparison, Greater Perth has a median income of $58,380 and an average of $78,020. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Swanbourne - Mount Claremont would be approximately $79,005 (median) and $159,459 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that household, family, and personal incomes in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 98th percentiles. The data shows that 41.2% of residents (4,333 people) fall into the $4,000+ income bracket, unlike regional trends where 32.0% fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 51.9% exceeding $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 88.7% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power in the area. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 79.4% houses and 20.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 68.6% houses and 31.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area was 43.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.0% and rented ones at 21.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,250, below Perth metro's average of $3,293. The median weekly rent was $450, matching Perth metro's figure but higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $1,863.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.6% of all households, including 41.8% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.4%, with lone person households at 21.2% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's educational attainment exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 57.2% hold university qualifications, compared to 27.9% in WA and 30.1% in Greater Perth. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 36.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational pathways account for 17.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 34.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 12.1% in secondary, 10.6% in primary, and 8.3% in tertiary education. The area has a robust network of 6 schools educating approximately 3,981 students, demonstrating exceptional performance (ICSEA: 1163). It includes 4 primary and 2 K-12 schools. As an education hub with 37.9 school places per 100 residents, it attracts students from surrounding communities, significantly above the regional average of 18.1.

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

The analysis shows that Swanbourne - Mount Claremont has 91 active public transport stops, served by a mix of trains and buses. These stops are covered by 17 different routes, offering a total of 3,709 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents usually located about 186 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, services run 529 times daily across all routes, which translates to roughly 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont demonstrates excellent health outcomes with very low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. The private health cover rate is approximately 83% (8,750 people), compared to 87.5% in Greater Perth and a national average of 55.3%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 7.1% and 6.5% respectively.

73.8% of residents report no medical ailments, similar to Greater Perth's 74.2%. As of 2021, 21.2% of residents are aged 65 and over (2,225 people). Senior health outcomes align with the general population's profile.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Swanbourne-Mount Claremont has a higher-than-average cultural diversity, with 11.5% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 29.6% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Swanbourne-Mount Claremont, comprising 51.8% of the population. Judaism, however, is more prevalent here compared to Greater Perth, with 0.5% versus 0.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (31.4%), Australian (23.8%), and Scottish (9.3%). Notably, South African (1.4%) and Polish (0.9%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 1.1% and 0.8%, respectively.

Swanbourne - Mount Claremont hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont is 42 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and Australia's average of 38 years. The 15-24 age group makes up 14.7% of the population compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort constitutes 8.5%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75-84 age group has increased from 6.2% to 7.4%, whereas the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 14.9% to 13.6%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest substantial demographic changes in Swanbourne - Mount Claremont, with the 85+ group expected to grow by 135% (from 358 to 842 people). The combined 65+ age groups will account for 63% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.