Wellard (West) - Bertram

Wellard (West) - Bertram lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Wellard (West) - Bertram stands at approximately 23,390 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 5,437 people (30.3%) from the 17,953 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 23,219, combined with 850 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The area has a population density of 1,878 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 30.3% since the 2021 census is higher than both the state and national average (9.3%), positioning the locality as a regional leader in growth. The main driver of this expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 38.4% of the population increase, although interstate migration and natural growth also registered positive results.

ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. For locations lacking this data, and to project trends beyond 2032, growth rates by age cohort from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data) are applied. Future expectations point to significant expansion that ranks in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with projections indicating a rise of 9,253 residents by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 38.8% over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Wellard (West) - Bertram was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

An average of 267 residential building approvals have been granted annually in Wellard (West) - Bertram, totaling 1,336 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, there have been 305 approvals registered. With an average of 3.8 new residents added for each completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, demand is outstripping supply, a trend that typically drives price appreciation and intensifies competition among buyers, even as new houses are built at an average cost of $234,000, which is below the regional benchmark and indicates more accessible pricing for buyers. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $7.0 million have been documented in the current financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential.

Per capita development activity in Wellard (West) - Bertram is comparable to Greater Perth, keeping the local market in equilibrium with the wider metropolitan region. This volume of activity is well above the national average, showing strong builder engagement in the area. Detached houses account for 96.0% of new residential construction compared to 4.0% for attached dwellings, maintaining a suburban character that appeals to buyers seeking space. The ratio of roughly 74 people per residential approval is typical of an expanding growth corridor.

Long-term forecasts suggest Wellard (West) - Bertram will add 9,082 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If the current rate of construction persists, the supply of housing should be sufficient to satisfy this demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current expectations.

Wellard (West) - Bertram has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions represent significant influences on regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 17 key projects expected to influence the area. Leading projects include the Providence Estate, Oakebella Estate, the Wolfdene Wellard Development, and the Wellard East Primary School, with the main details of the most significant projects presented in the list below.

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Wellard (West) - Bertram has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

The local workforce in Wellard (West) - Bertram is highly capable, featuring strong representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.6%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 12,848, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.4% higher than the Greater Perth level of 4.2%, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 76.2% compared to the 70.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Census data indicated that only 5.4% of the employed population worked from home, although this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a distinct concentration in manufacturing jobs, which are 1.4 times more prevalent here than the regional average. In contrast, education & training is underrepresented, accounting for 6.4% of local employment compared to the regional benchmark of 9.2%. A comparison of the resident workforce against the number of local jobs suggests this highly residential community offers relatively few employment opportunities within its own boundaries.

An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month period, the local labor force contracted by 0.9% and total employment fell by 1.4%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. This contrasts with Greater Perth, where employment rose by 2.0%, the labor force grew by 2.5%, and unemployment went up by 0.4 percentage points. The May-25 national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate potential future demand trends in Wellard (West) - Bertram. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce composition to model future employment paths. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of change vary widely by sector. Aligning these industry trends with the local employment base suggests job numbers for Wellard (West) - Bertram residents could rise by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year shows that the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $62,433 and an average income of $71,175. This exceeds the national average and compares to median and average figures of $60,748 and $80,248 for Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of approximately $69,257 and an average of $78,954 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in Wellard (West) - Bertram around the 71st percentile nationally. Income distribution data indicates that 43.6% of the population (10,198 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is higher than the regional average of 32.0% in this range. Mortgages and rent consume 17.4% of income, yet robust earnings help keep disposable income at the 67th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 5th decile for income.

Wellard (West) - Bertram is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The housing stock in Wellard (West) - Bertram at the time of the latest Census consisted of 95.8% separate houses and 4.2% alternative structures like semi-detached homes and apartments, differing from the broader Perth metropolitan division which recorded 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership rates in the area stood at 9.0%, lower than the Perth metropolitan average, with the remaining households holding a mortgage (62.4%) or renting (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,800 was below the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $350, matching the metropolitan figure of $350. By comparison, local mortgage payments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.

Wellard (West) - Bertram features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families comprise the vast majority of households at 80.2%, consisting of couples with children at 46.2%, couples without children at 20.6%, and single parent households at 12.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.8% of the total, with single person dwellings making up 16.4% and group shared homes representing 3.3%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

The educational profile of Wellard (West) - Bertram exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The educational profile of the area is distinct when compared to the surrounding region, with university graduation rates among residents aged 15 and over reaching 26.8%, compared to the SA3 average of 19.8%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education credential at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (28.4%).

A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 34.3% of residents enrolled in formal education. Primary school pupils make up 13.6% of the population, secondary students account for 7.7%, and tertiary students represent 4.9%.

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

Analysis of the public transport network shows 68 active stops operating in Wellard (West) - Bertram, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,374 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with the average distance to the nearest stop standing at 248 meters. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 73%, followed by trains at 18% and buses at 6%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.5. A relatively low 5.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 196 trips daily across all routes, which translates to approximately 20 weekly trips for each transport stop.

Wellard (West) - Bertram's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic disease prevalence indicates highly positive health outcomes in Wellard (West) - Bertram, with younger age groups showing exceptionally low rates of common illnesses. Private health insurance coverage is solid, held by approximately 54% of the population (~12,653 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

Mental health conditions and asthma are the most frequently reported medical issues, affecting 8.0% and 7.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 77.3% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Residents under the age of 65 experience better health outcomes than average. Those aged 65 and older make up 6.4% of the population (1,485 people), which is lower than the Greater Perth figure of 16.1%. Seniors in the area experience above-average health outcomes, though their national standing is lower than that of the younger local cohorts.

Wellard (West) - Bertram is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Wellard (West) - Bertram displays notable cultural diversity, with 32.8% of residents using a language other than English at home and 42.8% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 43.4% of the population. The most significant divergence from regional norms is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 4.9% of local residents compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

Regarding ancestry and parental country of origin, the largest groups represented in Wellard (West) - Bertram are English at 23.6%, Australian at 20.3%, and Other at 15.0%. There are also notable differences in the concentration of specific ethnic groups: Filipino residents make up 8.1% of the community compared to 1.4% across the region, Maori residents account for 2.2% compared to 0.9%, and South Australian residents represent 1.3% compared to 1.0% regionally.

Wellard (West) - Bertram hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Wellard (West) - Bertram is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Perth average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the local area has a higher share of residents aged 35 to 44 (19.1%) but a lower share of people aged 65 to 74 (4.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 has risen from 12.6% to 13.9%. In contrast, the cohort aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 10.1% to 7.7%, and the group aged 25 to 34 has declined from 18.3% to 17.3%. Population modeling indicates the age structure will change considerably by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 66%, adding 1,889 residents to reach a total of 4,748.