Area profile · Greater Perth
Tuart Hill - Joondanna has an estimated 14,727 residents, up 14.9% since the 2021 Census, with 112 projects tracked in the area around Tuart Hill - Joondanna.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 6.0 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a relaxed suburban lifestyle characterised by accessible parklands, modern amenities, and attractive, well-maintained streets. Outdoor recreation thrives around local green spaces such as Joondanna Reserve, catering to a diverse, family-friendly population supported by community retail, local cafes, and schooling options. Demographically, the locality is defined by a significant representation of young adults and a well-educated working-age demographic, with housing patterns showing a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, high renter participation, a low average household size, and an elevated proportion of residents living in lone person or group households.
As of August 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 14,727 residents, representing an increase of 1,907 people (14.9%) from the 12,820 recorded in the 2021 Census.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 6.0 kilometres north-northwest from Perth CBD, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a relaxed suburban lifestyle characterised by accessible parklands, modern amenities, and attractive, well-maintained streets. Outdoor recreation thrives around local green spaces such as Joondanna Reserve, catering to a diverse, family-friendly population supported by community retail, local cafes, and schooling options. Demographically, the locality is defined by a significant representation of young adults and a well-educated working-age demographic, with housing patterns showing a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, high renter participation, a low average household size, and an elevated proportion of residents living in lone person or group households.
As of August 2026, the area's population is estimated at approximately 14,727 residents, representing an increase of 1,907 people (14.9%) from the 12,820 recorded in the 2021 Census.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,171 in 2001 and 14,673 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,727 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 24%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.7%.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 81st for education.
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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna is $684 a week, up 6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 5% below Greater Perth.
5% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $684 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Stirling | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Stirling, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 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 - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | 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 |
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Status of the 73 tracked applications: 60 approved, 2 under assessment, 11 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 112 projects in and around Tuart Hill - Joondanna, 34 of them under construction.
Residential land estate in the heart of Balcatta between Grindleford Drive and Karrinyup Road comprising approximately 140 new residential…
City of Vincent is undertaking a phased upgrade of the Mt Hawthorn Community Centre and the surrounding Axford Park precinct.
Medium-density infill project delivering 100 architect-designed, turnkey two-storey townhouses in a London mews-inspired style, on the…
Construction is underway at Lake Monger Primary School to deliver a new early childhood precinct with three classrooms, new hard courts and…
The Coolbinia is a five-storey mixed-use development featuring 40 ultra-large residences comprising two and three-bedroom apartments…
City of Stirling initiative to revitalise the Westminster local centre around Stirling Central Shopping Centre on Wanneroo Road.
Development approval for a modern purpose-built early learning and childcare centre located at the corner of Windemere Crescent and…
This project involves major streetscape and safety improvements focused on the intersection of Scarborough Beach Road, Eton Street, and…
Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) will replace Local Planning Scheme No. 3 across the City of Stirling.
The City of Vincent is implementing a comprehensive enhancement of the Mt Hawthorn Town Centre through the Mt Hawthorn Town Centre Planning…
The City of Stirling is delivering staged upgrades to Yokine Regional Open Space, one of the City's key regional reserves.
A six-storey mixed-use development by Cast Developments at 177 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn.
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Estimated completion year of the 71 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 21, 2027 20, 2028 11, 2029 6, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 2. 10 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 73 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tuart Hill - Joondanna over the past 5 years, 14 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 13, 2023 14, 2024 16, 2025 18, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 73 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 49th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 53 | ABS building approvals | 61st percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 60 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 include: Tuart Hill Precinct Structure Plan (City of Stirling) (Planning); Scarborough Beach Road and Green Street Roundabout (Construction); City of Stirling Underground Power Program - Yokine and Surrounding Suburbs (Construction); Scarborough Beach Road Streetscape Upgrade (Construction); and Banksia Grove - Tuart Hill (Stage 1 Apartments) (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Energy, and Communities, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 9th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Tuart Hill - Joondanna among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 area has seen 85 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2's current population of 14,727 has been supported by 53 approvals on average over recent years.
The Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 has seen 3.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 358 people in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 53, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 has grown by approximately 1,537 people, while 264 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.8 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.
Population growth drivers in Tuart Hill - Joondanna are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,727 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +14.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,056 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,820 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,907 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.63 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 was estimated to be approximately 14,727 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,673 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tuart hill - joondanna sa2 has added approximately 1,907 people and shown a 14.88% increase from the 12,820 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is estimated at 4,057 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (76.8%), Natural increase (23.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 76.8% of overall population gains.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 27th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 63.8% | 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 | 36 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 24.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 at 36 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 36 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 36 years as at August 2026, Tuart Hill - Joondanna is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 24.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 8.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (24.0% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (7.8% vs 12.2%) and 15-24 year-olds (8.2% vs 12.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.6% of the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.4% of the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $64,732 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,581 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,588 | 2021 Census, weekly | 40th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $991 | 2021 Census, weekly | 77th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,220 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is approximately $69,289. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $64,732.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is approximately $84,113. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,581.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is approximately $69,289 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,732 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is approximately $84,113 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,581 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2's households (~32.7% / 1,976 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.7% 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $1,588/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $2,220/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $991/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is well above average nationally, with the median assessed at $64,732 while the average income stands at $78,581. 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 $69,289 (median) and $84,113 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $5,696 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tuart hill - joondanna sa2's disposable income is $5,696 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Tuart Hill - Joondanna shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 9,480 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,826 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,816 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 has approximately 9,480 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 stands at 3.4%, which is 0.8 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.2% of employment), professional & technical (10.5%), and retail trade (9.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is 77.1%, 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 tuart hill - joondanna sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 17.2% of the local workforce compared to 14.8% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The tuart hill - joondanna sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna 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 | 27.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 42.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
42.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
28.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The tuart hill - joondanna 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (27.6%), Certificate (17.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
24.5% of the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.4% in primary school, 3.8% in secondary school, 7.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is 1074, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,255 students.
The tuart hill - joondanna sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 41.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.3% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,041 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,940 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 53.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 had 6,041 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 14.9% to an estimated 6,940 households today.
The average household size in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 53.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (41.7%), group households (4.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,226 family households, couples with children account for 18.8% of all households, couples without children at home 25.3%, and single parent families 8.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 41.7% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 53.4% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 have an average of 1.1 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 38.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.2% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 41.7% of all households in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, higher 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 4.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna 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 | 43.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 76.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 56.8% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
Tuart Hill - Joondanna scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 43.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Tuart Hill - Joondanna was found to be Christianity, which makes up 44.2% of people in Tuart Hill - Joondanna. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 5.7% of the population, compared to 2.7% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tuart Hill - Joondanna are English, comprising 22.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 16.9% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Italian is notably overrepresented at 9.0% of Tuart Hill - Joondanna (vs 4.2% across Greater Perth), Serbian at 0.8% (vs 0.3%) and Croatian at 1.2% (vs 0.8%).
43.2% of the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
32.4% of the population in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.8% of the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
76.4% of the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 46.0% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 54.1% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 60th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, 22.4% of homes are owned outright, 31.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 46.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 34.0% of dwellings in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 are houses.
In the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, 11.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 54.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 stands at 22.4%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is $1,185, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.2% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.2% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 20.2% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 consists of 34.0% detached houses, 54.1% semi-detached dwellings, 11.9% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tuart Hill - Joondanna consumes approximately 17.2% of median household income ($6,876 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tuart Hill - Joondanna show attached dwellings contributing 42% of approvals compared to 66% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 58% of applications versus 34% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health in Tuart Hill - Joondanna: private health cover 56.5%, no long-term health condition 72.9%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, 4.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.2% of people in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.7% of people in the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2, 56.5% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 62 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 67 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 54th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 2,175 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 220 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 14 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 7.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 67 public transport stops within the Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2.
The Tuart Hill - Joondanna SA2 has 2,175 weekly trips across 14 routes, averaging 310 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 150 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 360 m away and the nearest school 550 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 67 stops nearby, 2,175 weekly trips, access rating 62 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 70 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 70th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 360 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 460 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 550 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 553 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 572 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 781 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 825 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 862 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Tuart Hill - Joondanna among the top 28% of areas assessed nationwide.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 9th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Tuart Hill - Joondanna is $684 a week, +6.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Tuart Hill - Joondanna are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
The labour market in Tuart Hill - Joondanna shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health in Tuart Hill - Joondanna: private health cover 56.5%, no long-term health condition 72.9%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Tuart Hill - Joondanna has an estimated 14,727 residents, up 14.9% since the 2021 Census, with 112 projects tracked in the area around Tuart Hill - Joondanna.
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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 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 (505021095). 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 (Jul 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna 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 Tuart Hill - Joondanna 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.
