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Wellard (West) - Bertram has an estimated 24,062 residents, up 34.0% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Wellard (West) - Bertram.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Wellard (West) - Bertram Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 34 kilometres south of the Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 24,062 as of Aug 2026. Measured against the 17,953 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the area has grown by an estimated 6,109 people (34.0%). This estimate combines the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,219 from the ABS as of June 2025 with 1,118 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, with strong mortgage holder representation, a high population born overseas, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, an above-average household size and elevated representation of those aged 5 to 14.
The area is distinguished by a high proportion of children and a working-age population made up largely of family households and couples with children. In terms of population growth, Wellard (West) - Bertram ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Wellard (West) - Bertram Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 34 kilometres south of the Perth CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 24,062 as of Aug 2026. Measured against the 17,953 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the area has grown by an estimated 6,109 people (34.0%). This estimate combines the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 23,219 from the ABS as of June 2025 with 1,118 validated new addresses added since the Census date. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, with strong mortgage holder representation, a high population born overseas, a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44, an above-average household size and elevated representation of those aged 5 to 14.
The area is distinguished by a high proportion of children and a working-age population made up largely of family households and couples with children. In terms of population growth, Wellard (West) - Bertram ranks in the top 10% of areas nationally.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,164 in 2001 and 23,219 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 24,062 (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, 19%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 43.6%.
Wellard (West) - Bertram ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for development activity and the 95th for population growth.
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 Wellard (West) - Bertram is $693 a week, up 4.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% below Greater Perth.
4% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $693 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Kwinana | $650 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Kwinana, over 12 months | +5.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 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 West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 21 tracked applications: 14 approved, 1 under assessment, 6 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 13 projects in Wellard (West) - Bertram (6 under construction) and 85 more in the surrounding area.
A $6.32 million community infrastructure project delivered by the City of Kwinana to build a modern community centre and sports pavilion in Wellard West, providing multi-purpose indoor spaces, changing facilities, and community gathering spaces.
Wellard Green is a 146-lot residential land estate by Wolfdene in partnership with Blueways Group. Located adjacent to the Wellard Bulrush Nature Reserve and close to Wellard Train Station, the estate is being delivered in staged releases with civil works underway and Stage 1 sold out.
The Wedge at Wellard is a 117-lot boutique residential master-planned estate situated in Wellard North. Developed by Monument and M/Group, the community is bordered by natural bushland reserves and features dedicated parklands, a modern playground, and an integrated childcare facility.
Sunrise at Wellard is a master-planned residential community developed by Okeland Communities in the City of Kwinana. The estate spans over 350 residential home lots complemented by landscaped communal parklands, playgrounds, outdoor fitness facilities, and direct connectivity to the Wellard train station and Kwinana Freeway.
Boutique residential estate by Satterley Property Group set against the Bollard Bulrush Wetlands in Wellard. Features environmentally sensitive design with natural amenities, quality homesites, and active civil construction.
Award-winning boutique residential estate by Urban Quarter interwoven with existing bush and wetlands. Features adventure playground, walking trails, landscaped parks, and recreational space alongside surrounding bushland. Located near Wellard train station.
A 484-hectare masterplanned community in Karnup, 50 kilometres south of Perth, being delivered by DevelopmentWA in partnership with Mirvac, who was appointed preferred proponent in November 2025. The project will deliver over 4,000 new homes for an estimated 10,400 residents over 20 years.
A major residential master-planned development under the Part 11B Significant Development Pathway proposing 161 grouped dwellings (townhouses) ranging from 1-bedroom units to 4-bedroom homes with ancillary dwellings across a 4.84-hectare site.
Five mixed-use development sites totaling approx. 10,739 sqm adjacent to Wellard Train Station and Wellard Square. The lots are zoned Neighbourhood Centre R80 enabling retail, residential, office and community uses.
Neighbourhood main street shopping centre within The Village at Wellard transit oriented precinct. Anchored by a 3,200 sqm Woolworths with about 23 specialty tenancies and community/medical services, adjacent to Wellard Station. Designed by Buchan. Ongoing local activations and pop up leasing managed by Cygnet West.
Wellard Glen Private Estate is a master-planned residential community delivering staged releases of residential homesites integrated with landscaped public open spaces and parklands. The development provides convenient connectivity to Wellard Station, Kwinana Freeway, and local educational amenities.
320-hectare master planned community by DevelopmentWA and Peet Limited delivering 3,075 homes. Transit-oriented development around Wellard Train Station with shopping precinct, schools, and community facilities. Development completed in 2024 after 21-year journey.
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Estimated completion year of the 54 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 20, 2027 9, 2028 13, 2029 3, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 16 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 21 substantial development applications lodged in and around Wellard (West) - Bertram over the period covered (about 4.4 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 4, 2023 8, 2024 1, 2025 7, 2026 (to Oct) 1.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 21 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 12.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 261 | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 14 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.4 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 include: Wellard Green (Construction); Wellard West Community Facility (Construction); The Wedge at Wellard (Construction); Sunrise at Wellard (Construction); and Providence Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Education & Training, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 35th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Wellard (West) - Bertram higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 area has seen 679 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2's current population of 24,062 has been supported by 261 approvals on average over recent years.
The Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has seen 12.9 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 67 people in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 261, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has grown by approximately 5,096 people, while 1,303 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.9 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.
Wellard (West) - Bertram lies within the top 5% 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 | 24,062 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +34.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,933 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 69th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +5.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 17,953 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 6,109 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +5.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 12.45 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 was estimated to be approximately 24,062 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,219 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The wellard (west) - bertram sa2 has added approximately 6,109 people and shown a 34.03% increase from the 17,953 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is estimated at 1,933 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 5.9% per annum.
Population growth in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (38.4%), Interstate migration (35.3%), Natural increase (26.3%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 38.4% of overall population gains.
Wellard (West) - Bertram hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 31 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 5th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 23.6% | 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 | 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 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 16.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.2% | 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 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 3.9% | 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 | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 at 31 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 31 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 31 years as at August 2026, Wellard (West) - Bertram is 6 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 19.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 3.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 0-4 year-olds (7.7% vs 5.5%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.6% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (1.6% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 23.6% of the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 6.1% of the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,404 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $75,382 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,068 | 2021 Census, weekly | 70th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $942 | 2021 Census, weekly | 72nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,207 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is approximately $70,008. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,404.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is approximately $80,689. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $75,382.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is approximately $70,008 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,404 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is approximately $80,689 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,382 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2's households (~43.6% / 2,528 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 43.6% 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 Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $2,068/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $2,207/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $942/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is above the national average, with the median assessed at $65,404 while the average income stands at $75,382. 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 $70,008 (median) and $80,689 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $7,405 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The wellard (west) - bertram sa2's disposable income is $7,405 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Wellard (West) - Bertram shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 13,187 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 18,348 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 13,823 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has approximately 13,187 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.6%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 stands at 4.6%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.2% of employment), retail trade (9.2%), and construction (8.7%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.1% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include manufacturing and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is 75.9%, 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 wellard (west) - bertram sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 7.7% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The wellard (west) - bertram sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Wellard (West) - Bertram ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
26.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
33.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The wellard (west) - bertram sa2 ranks in the 64th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 are: Certificate (28.4%), Bachelor Degree (19.0%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
34.3% of the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.6% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, 4.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is 1019, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 4,159 students.
The wellard (west) - bertram sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Wellard (West) - Bertram features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 46.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 20.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.4% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,798 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,771 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 80.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 had 5,798 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 34.0% to an estimated 7,771 households today.
The average household size in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 80.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.4%), group households (3.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,650 family households, couples with children account for 46.2% of all households, couples without children at home 20.6%, and single parent families 12.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 80.2% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.4% 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 Wellard (West) - Bertram 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 49.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 38.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 16.4% of all households in the Wellard (West) - Bertram 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 3.3% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 42.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.2% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 57.2% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Wellard (West) - Bertram scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 42.8% born overseas.
The main religion in Wellard (West) - Bertram was found to be Christianity, which makes up 43.4% of people in Wellard (West) - Bertram. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 4.9% of the population, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wellard (West) - Bertram are English, comprising 23.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 20.3% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 8.1% of Wellard (West) - Bertram (vs 1.4% across Greater Perth), Maori at 2.2% (vs 0.9%) and South African at 1.3% (vs 1.0%).
42.8% of the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
32.8% of the population in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.8% of the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
79.5% of the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Wellard (West) - Bertram is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 28.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 95.8% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,800 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 49th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 62.4% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, 9.0% of homes are owned outright, 62.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 95.8% of dwellings in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 are houses.
In the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, 2.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 stands at 9.0%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $1,800, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is $1,556, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.1% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 16.9% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 consists of 95.8% detached houses, 2.2% semi-detached dwellings, 2.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Wellard (West) - Bertram consumes approximately 17.4% of median household income ($8,954 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Wellard (West) - Bertram show attached dwellings contributing 11% of approvals compared to 4% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 89% of applications versus 96% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Wellard (West) - Bertram's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 77.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.6% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.7% of the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
1.7% of people in the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2, 54.7% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 41st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 68 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,351 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 344 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 7 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 68 public transport stops within the Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2.
The Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 has 1,351 weekly trips across 7 routes, averaging 193 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 248 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 439 m away and the nearest school 587 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 68 stops nearby, 1,351 weekly trips, access rating 41 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 15 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 15th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 439 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 587 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Wellard (West) - Bertram higher than 99% of real estate markets across the country.
Wellard (West) - Bertram has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Wellard (West) - Bertram is $693 a week, +4.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Wellard (West) - Bertram lies within the top 5% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Wellard (West) - Bertram hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 5% of areas nationwide.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 72% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Wellard (West) - Bertram shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
The educational profile of Wellard (West) - Bertram ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Wellard (West) - Bertram features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Wellard (West) - Bertram's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate 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.
Wellard (West) - Bertram has an estimated 24,062 residents, up 34.0% since the 2021 Census, with 13 projects tracked in Wellard (West) - Bertram.
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 Wellard (West) - Bertram.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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.
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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 (507031169). 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 (Sep 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 Wellard (West) - Bertram 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 Wellard (West) - Bertram with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
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