Lathlain

The area is noticeably younger than the state and national average, with a typical age of 35 and far fewer seniors. While 16.8% of residents are children, there is a high proportion of people in de facto relationships compared to most similar areas.

Lathlain has a strong international character, with 28.5% of people born overseas—a figure much higher than most similar areas. English and Australian are the most common ancestries, followed by Irish, Italian, and Scottish.

A significant number of residents use another language at home, which is much higher than most similar areas and about the same as the state average. English is the main language for 78.2% of people, while Mandarin is the most common other language.

Nearly half of the population (47.5%) report having no religion, which is well above the figures for both Western Australia and Australia.

Education levels are among the highest for this level of area, with 71% of residents having completed Year 12 and 36.5% holding a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the state average.

Household incomes are much higher than most areas, with 30.1% of homes earning $3,000 or more a week. The typical weekly personal income of $1,025 is well above the national figure.

Residents generally report better health than the national average, with a much lower share of people living with a long-term health condition and fewer people needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is common here, at 19.5%, which is well above the state and national figures. About 28.4% of people provide unpaid care for children, a rate slightly higher than the national average.

The First Nations community in Lathlain has a high rate of Year 12 completion (69.6%) and a typical personal income that is far above the state and national figures.

Family life is varied, with 60.4% of households consisting of couples with children. There is also a higher share of people living alone compared to most other areas.

Renting is much more common here than in most similar areas, with 35.1% of households renting. Mortgage payments are also high, with a typical monthly payment of $2,167.

Public transport use is among the highest for this level, with 9.2% of people commuting this way. The area is very well connected, with a short 8-minute drive to the city.

Lathlain is a dynamic area with a high turnover of residents; 43.7% have moved in the last five years. This includes a high number of recent overseas arrivals.

The workforce is very active, with 72.6% of adults working or looking for work—far above the national average. Many residents work as professionals or managers in health, technical, and education fields.

The area is very walkable, with 100% of homes within a 15-minute walk of a park, school, and public transport. Almost all residents (96.1%) can also walk to groceries within 15 minutes.