the demographics of Perth

Question 1

describe the planning of a city

Answer 1

Cities grow and develop based on people’s desire to live in them, making it crucial for all planning efforts to consider the needs and preferences of the present population.

Effective planning involves consulting with and studying the demographic characteristics of the population, such as age, gender, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity, to create tailored plans that positively impact how people live, work, and enjoy recreational activities.

Question 2

what is the Australian bureau of statistics

Answer 2

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) collects and stores data about Australia’s population through the national census, conducted every five years.

Question 3

why is the census important?

Answer 3

Census data is crucial for various stakeholders, including private companies and all levels of government, to make informed decisions and understand the economic profile of the country and specific regions.

Question 4

what has the Perth area been divided into

Answer 4

The Perth metropolitan area has been redefined as the Greater Perth Statistical Area, encompassing over 350 suburbs divided into 30 Local Government Areas, covering approximately 6,400 square kilometers.

Question 5

what is the demographic data released come from

Answer 5

Demographic data for Greater Perth is based on ABS data released for 2020-2021, and choropleth maps are derived from the 2021 Census data, while Figure 7.2.6 uses 2016 Census data.

Question 6

what does the census provide

Answer 6

The census provides valuable insights into the population pyramid and demographic characteristics, aiding in local planning responses and understanding community needs.

Question 7

what is Perth population

Answer 7

In 2021, Greater Perth’s population reached 2,116,647, with a population density of 330 persons per square kilometer.

Question 8

what was the fastest growing area in Perth

Answer 8

The fastest-growing areas from 2010 to 2015 were Armadale (30% increase) and Kwinana (28% increase), but their growth rates slowed to 20% and 22% respectively from 2015 to 2021.

Question 9

what are the areas with the highest population density

Answer 9

Areas with the highest population density were Scarborough, Perth City, and Tuart Hill-Joondanna (3,400-3,500 persons per square kilometer).

Question 10

what are the areas in Perth with highest growth rates

Answer 10

In 2021, the areas with the highest growth rates were Casuarina-Wandi (8.4%), Alkimos-Eglinton (8.2%), and North Coogee (6.7%).

Question 11

where are younger populations prevalent

Answer 11

Younger populations are more prevalent in outer suburbs, particularly in the Newer Growth Zone, while older populations are more common in inner suburbs, such as the Established Residential Zone.

Question 12

what is greater perth has a mix of family types

Answer 12

Greater Perth has a mix of family types, with 45.7% being couple families with children, 37.6% being couple families without children, and 15.1% being one-parent families.

Question 13

how do the demographics vary across different zones

Answer 13

The demographics vary across different zones within Greater Perth, with the Established Residential Zone attracting older populations due to well-established infrastructure and access to health facilities, while the Newer Growth Zone attracts young families with cheaper house and land packages and more community amenities.

Question 14

what did the median age of perths population increases to

Answer 14

The median age of Perth’s population increased from 35.7 years in 2011 to 37 years in 2021, indicating a trend towards an aging population.

Question 15

what was the population split of males and females in 2021

Answer 15

In 2021, there were slightly more females (50.6%) than males (49.4%) in Greater Perth.

Question 16

what proportion of people make up the population

Answer 16

Children aged 0-14 years made up 18.9% of the population, and people aged 65 years and over made up 15.8% of the population, showing a 3.7% increase from 2011.

Question 17

where is gender disparity evident

Answer 17

Gender disparity is evident in the CBD and Inner Mixed Zone, with a higher percentage of males, possibly due to the availability of professional work and high-density living options. The outer edges of Greater Perth have more balanced gender distributions

Question 18

what was the personal median weekly income

Answer 18

In 2021, the median weekly personal income for people aged 15 years and over in Perth was $859.

Question 19

how many people had a weekly household income of less then 650

Answer 19

15.7% of households in Greater Perth had a weekly household income of less than $650, while 26.7% had a weekly income of more than $3,000.

Question 20

describe the income patterns across greater perth

Answer 20

Income patterns across Greater Perth vary significantly based on location, with suburbs close to desirable areas like the coast or river having higher weekly incomes compared to suburbs surrounding industrial functions.

Question 21

describe the difference between th established residential zone and the newer growth zone

Answer 21

The Established Residential Zone (ERZ) tends to have higher levels of home ownership due to higher incomes and longer ownership of properties, while the Newer Growth Zone (NGZ) has lower weekly incomes and younger families with less time to accumulate wealth.

Question 22

what do median house prices in perth show

Answer 22

Examples of median house prices in Perth show significant differences between inner suburbs near the river and outer suburbs, with City Beach and Peppermint Grove having much higher median prices compared to Baldivis and Butler

Question 23

what is the price of some houses in various suburbs

Answer 23

City Beach median house price (2021) $2.2 million

Peppermint Grove’s median house price (2021) $4.3 million

Baldivis median house price (2021) $427,000
* (Source: Reiwa 2022)

Butler median house price (2021) $400,000

Armadale median house price (2021) 5327, 000

Question 24

how much % of the population are attending educational institutions

Answer 24

In 2021, 30.2% of the population in metropolitan Perth were attending an educational institution, with 27.9% in primary school, 22.4% in secondary school, and 24% in a tertiary or technical institution.

Question 25

how many people completed different levels of education

Answer 25

In Greater Perth in 2016, 16.7% of people aged 15 and over had completed Year 12, 16.3% had completed a Certificate III or IV, 9.3% had completed an Advanced Diploma or Diploma, and 22.9% had completed a Bachelor’s Degree.

Question 26

what are the common occupations in metropolitan perth

Answer 26

The most common occupations in metropolitan Perth included Professionals, Technicians and Trades Workers, Clerical and Administrative Workers, Managers, and Community and Personal Service Workers.

Question 27

what were the most common methods of travel to work on the day of the census

Answer 27

On the day of the Census in Greater Perth, the most common methods of travel to work for employed people were by car as a driver (64.1%), by car as a passenger (4.6%), working from home (3.9%), by bus (3.7%), and by train (2.8%).

Question 28

what are low and high socioeconomic trends associated with

Answer 28

Low socioeconomic trends are associated with areas occupied by workers with lower-skilled jobs, higher rental properties, and often located close to industry or Special Purpose Zones.

In contrast, high socioeconomic trends are associated with areas occupied by professionals with higher education levels, higher incomes, and owned properties, usually located in more desirable areas with higher land and property values.

Question 29

where is Perth’s highest proportion born

Answer 29

Perth is a multicultural city with the highest proportion of residents born overseas among all Australian capital cities.

Question 30

what was the % of being being born in Australia and other common countries

Answer 30

in 2021, 59.5% of people in Perth were born in Australia, and other common countries of birth included England, New Zealand, India, South Africa, and Malaysia.

Question 31

what % of where parents are born

Answer 31

In Greater Perth, 33.8% of people had both parents born in Australia, while 46.5% had both parents born overseas.

Question 32

describe the language that is spoken in perth

Answer 32

The majority of people in Greater Perth (74%) spoke only English at home, while other languages spoken included Mandarin, Italian, Vietnamese, Cantonese, and Punjabi. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people comprised 2.0% of the population in Greater Perth, with a median age of 23 years, and a median weekly household income of $1,657.

Question 33

what is ethnic clustering

Answer 33

Ethnic clustering refers to groups of people from similar backgrounds living in or around the same location, often based on their country of origin or common cultural identity.

Question 34

what ethnic clustering as perth experinced

Answer 34

Perth has experienced ethnic clustering, such as the Greek community settling in Northbridge and North Perth initially, and later moving to Balcatta and Stirling, where a large percentage of people with Greek background reside.

Question 35

what are more recent examples of ethnic clustering in perth

Answer 35

More recent examples of ethnic clustering include South African and English populations in the northern coastal suburbs of Joondalup and Wanneroo.

Question 36

what are more recent examples of ethnic clustering in perth

Answer 36

More recent examples of ethnic clustering include South African and English populations in the northern coastal suburbs of Joondalup and Wanneroo.

Question 37

why are demographics statistics essential

Answer 37

Demographic statistics, especially from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, are crucial for planners to understand age and sex distributions, socioeconomic variations, and ethnic clustering. This data helps in developing appropriate facilities and services tailored to the needs of specific populations.

Question 38

what does the income profile inform

Answer 38

The income profile of the population also informs the level of support required from Local and State Governments and charitable organizations.

Question 39

what is the median weekly income of Mirrabooka compared to Applecross

Answer 39

713 a week in Mirrabooka
1,074 a week in Applecross

Question 40

descibe the difference in accomodation types between outer suburbs and inner suburbs

Answer 40

Gnangara: 78.2% detached house due to it being located on the rural urban fringe

Mirrabooka: 35.7% semi deteched houses due to lower income compared to the WA average of 13.0%

Perth: 79.4% of apartments due to limited space and how expensive land is in the CBD. compared to the states average of 6.5%

Question 41

describe the difference in some property values

Answer 41

WA average: 670,000
Mirrabooka: 430,000
applecross: 1,900,000

this shows the closer you move to the CBD or natural features such as the swan river the higher the income will get.