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

Wellard (West) - Bertram's population is approximately 23,364 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 5,411 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 17,953. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 22,095 in June 2024 and an additional 802 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,876 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wellard (West) - Bertram's growth rate of 30.1% since the 2021 census exceeds both the national average of 8.9% and the state average, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 44.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, though all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population trends indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with Wellard (West) - Bertram expected to increase by 10,643 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 40.1% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

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

Bertram Wellard West has averaged approximately 267 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 1,336 homes. As of FY-26136 approvals have been recorded. On average, each home built between FY-21 and FY-25 accommodates around 3.6 new residents per year, indicating significant demand outstripping supply, which typically drives price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction cost of new properties is $234,000, lower than regional norms, offering more affordable housing options.

In the current financial year, $7.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Bertram Wellard West maintains similar development levels per capita, indicating a balanced market consistent with the broader area and robust developer interest. The majority of new building activity consists of standalone homes (96%), preserving the area's suburban character and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 70 people per dwelling approval, Bertram Wellard West exhibits characteristics of a growth area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is projected to add approximately 9,374 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Wellard (West) - Bertram has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones are Providence Estate, Oakebella Estate, Cassia Estate Bertram, and Wolfdene Wellard Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Wellard (West) - Bertram has been broadly consistent with national averages

Bertram Wellard (West) has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.4% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 4.1%.

As of September 2025, 13,124 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, which is 0.5% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. The workforce participation rate in Bertram Wellard (West) is 74.2%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Manufacturing employment is particularly notable, at 1.4 times the regional average.

Conversely, education & training has lower representation, at 6.4% versus the regional average of 9.2%. Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the Census working population count compared to resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 4.1%, while labour force increased by 4.9%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.8 percentage points. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5,520 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.6%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bertram Wellard (West)'s employment mix suggests local employment should increase by approximately 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

AreaSearch aggregated latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022. Wellard (West) - Bertram SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $58,699 and an average level of $67,428. Both figures were above the national averages of $51,334 median and $71,336 average for Greater Perth. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $67,034 (median) and $77,003 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Wellard (West) - Bertram cluster around the 71st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 43.6% of the population, equating to 10,186 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range. This mirrors the region where 32.0% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 67th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Wellard (West) - Bertram's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.8% houses and 4.2% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Perth metro's composition of 93.0% houses and 7.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wellard (West) - Bertram stood at 9.0%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (62.4%) or rented (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,800, exceeding Perth metro's average of $1,724. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure for Wellard (West) - Bertram was recorded at $350, compared to Perth metro's $315. Nationally, Wellard (West) - Bertram's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 80.2% of all households, including 46.2% couples with children, 20.6% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.8%, with lone person households at 16.4% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates of 26.8%, surpassing the SA3 area average of 19.8%. This reflects the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%).

Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (28.4%). Educational participation is high at 34.3%, including 13.6% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis shows that there are currently 66 active public transport stops operating in the Wellard (West) - Bertram area. These stops offer a mix of train and bus services. Six individual routes service these stops, collectively providing 1,314 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 248 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 187 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 19 weekly trips per individual 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

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Wellard (West) - Bertram, particularly for younger cohorts with low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 53% (~12,476 people) have private health cover. Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions at 8.0 and 7.0%, respectively. 77.3% report no medical ailments, compared to 71.4% in Greater Perth. The area has 6.2% (1,460 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Perth's 10.4%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention despite being above average.

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

Bertram, within the suburb of Wellard West, exhibits notable cultural diversity. Specifically, as per data from the Australian Census conducted on the 9th of August, 2016, 32.8% of Bertram's residents speak a language other than English at home. Additionally, 42.8% of Bertram's population was born overseas.

Christianity is the predominant religion in Bertram, accounting for 43.4% of its population. However, the category 'Other' (religion) comprises 4.9% of Bertram's population, which is higher than the regional average of 2.8%. Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English at 23.6%, Australian at 20.3%, and Other at 15.0%. Notably, Filipino ethnicity is overrepresented in Bertram compared to Greater Perth, with 8.1% versus 5.3%. Similarly, Maori ethnicity stands at 2.2%, slightly higher than the regional average of 2.1%. Lastly, South African ethnicity is also marginally overrepresented at 1.3% compared to the regional average of 1.1%.

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

Wellard West Bertram has a median age of 31 years, which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Perth, Wellard West Bertram has a higher proportion of residents aged 35-44 (19.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.2%). This concentration of 35-44 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.2%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 has increased from 12.6% to 13.6%, while the proportions of those aged 0-4 have decreased from 10.1% to 8.0% and those aged 25-34 have dropped from 18.3% to 17.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Wellard West Bertram's age profile, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to expand considerably, growing by 2,010 people (71%) from 2,815 to 4,826.