Joondalup

The population is noticeably older than the state and national average, with a typical resident aged 41. While the number of seniors has risen significantly since 2011, children under 15 still make up 18.7% of the community.

People born overseas make up 37% of the population, a figure well above the national average. English and Australian ancestries are the most common, though Italian and Irish heritage are also present.

English is the main language for 86.2% of residents. While more people use another language at home here than in most similar areas, this is still well below the state and national figures.

A growing number of people report no religion, rising 20 points since 2011 to reach 44.8%. This is well above the national figure, though Christianity remains the largest group at 47%.

This is a highly qualified community where 27% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher. This academic strength is reflected in Year 12 completion rates that are well above those of Western Australia and Australia.

Typical incomes are much higher than in most areas, with 30.6% of households earning over $3,000 a week. The typical weekly family income is $2,528, which is a little above the national figure.

Residents generally experience good health, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions and mental health conditions compared to most areas. Only 3.9% of people need help with daily activities.

Unpaid childcare is very common here, with 32.1% of people caring for children—among the highest rates for this level. Volunteer rates are lower than in most similar areas.

First Nations residents in Joondalup fare better than the state average, with a much higher Year 12 completion rate of 50.9% and a lower unemployment rate of 8.1%.

Families tend to be larger here, with 2.7 people per home. This is consistent with the fact that only 18.6% of people live alone, which is well below the national average.

Homes are typically large, with 93.4% having three or more bedrooms. Renting is far less common here than across Australia, and a high proportion of residents own their homes outright.

The area is well-served by public transport, with a very high number of stops and routes. Despite this, most people still rely on cars, and only 2.5% of homes have no motor vehicle.

The community is relatively stable, as the proportion of people who moved in the last five years is lower than in most areas. Recent overseas arrivals have also fallen sharply since 2011.

A high number of adults are working or looking for work compared to the national figure. The most common industries for local workers are health care, construction and education.

Joondalup is a highly advantaged area, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage and access to resources. It is also a major local hub with over 13,000 businesses.

The area sees an average annual rainfall of 651mm, which is far above the state average. Summer temperatures are generally lower than the Western Australian average.

The area is very walkable, with 99% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and nearly every home near a park. Most residents can reach health services and groceries within 15 minutes.