Woodvale

WA 6026 • Greater Perth

9,579
Population (2021)
$46,852
Median Income
7.36 km²
Area
33m
Elevation

About Woodvale

Woodvale is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Joondalup (City) area. With a population of 9,579 and a median income of $46,852, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 7.36 km² at an elevation of 33m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Woodvale provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Woodvale falls under postcode 6026 and is governed by Joondalup Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kingsley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6026
Urban Area
Joondalup - South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.79°, 115.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
7.36 km²
Elevation
33m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Woodvale Shopping Centre, Cnr Trappers Drive And Whitfords Avenue Woodvale 6026 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$480
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,276
Census 2021
9,579
3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,688
Income 2021
$46,852
21.1% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,797
Born Overseas 3,605

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,509
  • 2. South Africa 337
  • 3. Scotland 252
  • 4. New Zealand 189
  • 5. Ireland 175
  • 6. India 93
  • 7. Malaysia 75
  • 8. Zimbabwe 67
  • 9. Wales 66
  • 10. China 63
  • 11. Iran 61
  • 12. Germany 42
  • 13. Italy 41
  • 14. Netherlands 36
  • 15. Poland 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,527
Australian 2,881
Irish 1,188
Scottish 1,121
Italian 446
German 313
Chinese 274
South African 257
Dutch 224
Indian 181

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,381
Both parents born in Australia
4,597
Both parents born overseas
1,430
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.9%
No Religion
45.3%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
402 (4.2%)
5-14 years
1,323 (13.8%)
15-19 years
682 (7.1%)
20-24 years
592 (6.2%)
25-34 years
731 (7.6%)
35-44 years
1,189 (12.4%)
45-54 years
1,346 (14.1%)
55-64 years
1,614 (16.8%)
65-74 years
1,099 (11.5%)
75-84 years
421 (4.4%)
85+ years
177 (1.8%)

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