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Woodvale
7 km²
Far more people are born overseas in Woodvale than in the typical Australian community. This established suburb is noticeably older than the state average, with a population that has grown slightly since 2011. It is a prosperous area where a large majority of residents own their homes and enjoy high typical incomes. The community is primarily made up of families in large houses, creating a stable, high-earning environment in the Greater Perth region.
Woodvale's schools draw a community as advantaged as its high household incomes suggest.
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The typical resident is 43, making Woodvale noticeably older than both Western Australia and the national average of 38. While the population of seniors has risen by 7.8 points since 2011, the number of children under 15 has slightly fallen.
Born overseas, 37.6% of residents are from another country, which is well above the national figure of 27.7%. English is the most common ancestry at 47.3%, and England is the most frequent birthplace outside of Australia.
English is the primary language for 87% of the community. While 11.2% of people use another language at home, this is far below the national average of 22.3%.
The community is increasingly secular, with those reporting no religion rising 21 points since 2011 to reach 45.3%. This is well above the national figure of 38.9%.
Residents are well-qualified, with 65% completing Year 12, which is well above the national average of 58.8%. A quarter of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, a figure that has risen 8 points since 2011.
Woodvale is a high-earning area where the typical family income of $2,653 a week is well above the national figure. About 33.6% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, which is far above the national average.
The community is relatively healthy, with a lower rate of long-term health conditions and mental health conditions than the national average. Only 3.5% of people need help with daily activities.
Family life is a focus here, as the share of people caring for children unpaid is well above the national average. About 15.8% of residents are volunteers.
There are 51 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the area. This group is noticeably older than the national average and has a Year 12 completion rate far above the national figure.
Homes here are larger than usual, with 2.8 people per household and a very low number of people living alone. Most households are couples with children.
The area is dominated by large, detached houses, with 95% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Home ownership is very high, and 42.7% of residents own their homes outright.
Cars are the primary way to get around, though the area has a higher use of public transport than the national average. Very few homes—just 2.3%—have no motor vehicle.
The population is quite stable, as far fewer people have moved house in the last five years compared to the national average. Recent overseas arrivals have fallen sharply since 2011.
More adults are working or looking for work here than in most other areas, and the unemployment rate of 3.7% is lower than the national figure.
Woodvale is a highly advantaged area, ranking in the top 20% nationally for overall advantage. It scores perfectly for access to money and resources.
The area sees an average annual rainfall of 663mm. Its average maximum and minimum temperatures are both slightly lower than the state average.
The suburb is very walkable, with 99.7% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and a park. Most residents can reach health services and groceries within a 15-minute walk.