Woodvale
Statistical Area - sa2

An assessment of population growth drivers in Woodvale reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Woodvale's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 10,210. This figure represents a 631-person increase since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,579. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates: 10,240 in June 2024 and an additional 22 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density of 1,418 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average assessed by AreaSearch. Woodvale's 6.6% growth since the Census is close to the SA3 area's 8.9%, indicating strong growth fundamentals. Overseas migration drove this growth, contributing about 75.5% of overall population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort from the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Based on these projections, Woodvale is expected to increase by approximately 1,194 persons to 2041, representing a 12.0% total increase over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Woodvale recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Woodvale has seen approximately 27 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 139 homes. In FY-26 so far, one approval has been recorded. On average, 4.1 new residents per year have been associated with each home built between FY-21 and FY-25. This demand outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers.

The average construction cost value of these new homes is $133,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options. In this financial year, $1.5 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating limited commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, Woodvale has 11.0% less new development per person. Nationally, it ranks among the 20th percentile of areas assessed for new developments, suggesting limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established dwellings.

This is reflective of market maturity and potential development constraints. Recent development in Woodvale has been exclusively standalone homes, maintaining its suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. Woodvale currently has around 914 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area. By 2041, it is projected to grow by 1,224 residents. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Woodvale has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 38thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Allara Estate Stage 20-24, Mixed-use Commercial Centre in Woodvale, Woodvale Corner Commercial Development, and Chichester Park Community Sporting Facility Redevelopment. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Woodvale performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Woodvale has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.4% as of June 2025.

This rate is below Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.5%. As of June 2025, 6,137 residents are employed with a workforce participation rate of 69.0%, slightly higher than Greater Perth's 65.2%. Key employment sectors include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.

Education & training shows strong specialization, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level. Mining employs 5.4% of local workers, lower than Greater Perth's 7.0%. Employment opportunities may be limited locally as indicated by Census data. Over the past year, employment increased by 4.5%, labour force grew by 4.0%, and unemployment fell by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 3.7% while unemployment rose slightly. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May 2025, project national growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Woodvale's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows Woodvale has high postcode level ATO incomes. The median is $60,501 and average is $77,872. Greater Perth's figures are lower at median $58,380 and average $78,020. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 14.2%, estimated incomes would be approximately $69,092 (median) and $88,930 (average). The 2021 Census shows Woodvale's household incomes rank at the 85th percentile ($2,339 weekly). Income distribution reveals that 30.4% of locals earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, similar to Perth's 32.0%. Notably, 36.6% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 88.0% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

Woodvale is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Woodvale's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.5% houses and 7.4% other dwellings. In comparison, Perth metro had 88.7% houses and 11.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Woodvale stood at 43.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 47.0% and rented ones at 9.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Perth metro's $2,080. Median weekly rent in Woodvale was $480, compared to Perth metro's $400. Nationally, Woodvale's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Woodvale features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 84.0% of all households, including 42.6% couples with children, 31.1% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 16.0%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 1.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.7.

Woodvale shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Woodvale's university qualification level is 28.1%, slightly below Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 36.6% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 23.9%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.1% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (9.8%), secondary (9.1%), and tertiary (4.9%). The four schools in Woodvale have a combined enrollment of 2,506 students. Socio-educational conditions are above average (ICSEA: 1079). There are three primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups, with capacity exceeding typical residential needs (24.5 places per 100 residents vs regional average of 19.7), indicating the area serves as an educational hub for the broader region.

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

Woodvale has 54 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 11 different routes that together facilitate 1,903 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents on average being located just 199 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, there are an average of 271 trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 35 weekly trips per individual stop.

Woodvale's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Woodvale with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

The rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 59% of the total population (6,003 people). The most common medical conditions in the area were arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 7.8 and 6.9% of residents respectively. A total of 72.4% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.5% across Greater Perth. Woodvale has 22.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,270 people), which is higher than the 20.1% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

Woodvale was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Woodvale's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 11.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 38.3% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Woodvale, accounting for 49.9%, closely aligned with Greater Perth's 49.6%. The top three ancestry groups were English (34.1%), Australian (21.7%), and Irish (9.0%).

Some ethnic groups showed notable variations: South African was slightly higher at 1.9% compared to the regional average of 1.8%, Welsh was at 1.0% versus 1.1%, and Polish was at 1.0% against the regional average of 0.9%.

Woodvale hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Woodvale is 43 years, which is considerably higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 years make up a particularly prominent 13.4% of the population, while those aged 25-34 years comprise only 6.9%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.4% to 6.5%, and the 65 to 74 cohort has increased from 11.5% to 13.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group has declined from 16.9% to 14.4%. By 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Woodvale's age structure. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow exceptionally, expanding by 818 people (124%) from 658 to 1,477. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 86% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. On the other hand, the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.