Camillo
Household income in the 29th percentile nationally and an IRSD decile of 1 mark Camillo as one of Western Australia's more affordable working-class suburbs, yet 95.4% of its 4,442 residents live in separate houses, a detached-housing rate well above the national average. The median house price sits around $343,000, which is significantly lower than the Perth median, and mortgage-to-income at 23.5% keeps repayments manageable for the 46.1% of households carrying a mortgage. Population grew 10.3% over the past decade and active gentrification signals, including 27% population growth since 2011 and net internal migration averaging 146 per year, suggest demand is strengthening from a low base.
Population
4,442
Median Age
37.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,279/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$343K
Estimated from rent (2025)
At around $343,000, the median house price in Camillo is well below the Perth metropolitan median, making entry realistic for first-home buyers and those priced out of inner suburbs. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,300, and with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.5%, households are below the 30% stress threshold. The stock is almost entirely detached: 95.4% separate houses with 4.1% semi-detached and only 0.5% apartments. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 61.6%, while 4-plus bedroom dwellings account for 33.2%, suiting families with children. Outright owners make up 27.5% and mortgage holders 46.1%, with 26.3% renting, a split that points to a stable, owner-occupier majority rather than a high-turnover rental market.
For Buyers
At around $343,000, the median house price in Camillo is well below the Perth metropolitan median, making entry realistic for first-home buyers and those priced out of inner suburbs. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,300, and with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.5%, households are below the 30% stress threshold. The stock is almost entirely detached: 95.4% separate houses with 4.1% semi-detached and only 0.5% apartments. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 61.6%, while 4-plus bedroom dwellings account for 33.2%, suiting families with children. Outright owners make up 27.5% and mortgage holders 46.1%, with 26.3% renting, a split that points to a stable, owner-occupier majority rather than a high-turnover rental market.
For Investors
A 26.3% renter share and weekly rent of $280 give investors a modest but reliable tenant base. Against the $343,000 median, that rent implies a gross yield near 4.2%, which is above the yields typical of higher-priced Perth suburbs. The vacancy rate of 9.5% is elevated, so investors should weigh current stock levels before purchasing. Population growth of 1.22% annually adds roughly 85 people a year, supported by net internal migration averaging 146 per year and overseas migration of 57 per year. With an IRSD decile of 1 and household income in the 29th percentile nationally, rent growth will depend more on broader Perth affordability dynamics than premium demand, but the low entry price preserves yield even as values recover.
Schools in Camillo iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
John Wollaston Anglican Community School
PP-12 · 1206 students
Westfield Park Primary School
K-6 · 305 students
Grovelands Primary School
K-6 · 335 students
Demographics
The median age of 37 is 3 years below the national figure, and the suburb's trajectory is aging, with the senior share rising 6.7 points and the working-age share falling 1.5 points over the decade. Overseas-born residents reach 32.3%, which is 10.7 points above the national average, reflecting moderate migration flows. English ancestry dominates at 1,829 residents, followed by Scottish (393) and Irish (368), indicating a predominantly Anglo-Celtic heritage base. University qualifications sit at 13.6%, which is 16.5 points below the national figure, consistent with an IRSD decile 1 and IEO decile 1 classification. Average household size of 2.6 is marginally above national, and 38.2% of families are couples with children versus 22.4% couples without, pointing to a family-oriented population.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
95.4%
Houses
4.1%
Townhouse
0.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Camillo's housing stock is almost uniformly detached, with 95.4% separate houses and just 0.5% apartments. Three-bedroom homes account for 61.6% and 4-plus bedroom homes for 33.2%, a profile suited to larger families. Tenure splits show 27.5% owned outright, 46.1% with a mortgage and 26.3% renting, with mortgage holders the largest group because affordability at $343,000 makes purchase realistic for working households. Monthly mortgage repayments of $1,300 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.5%, below the stress threshold, while rent-to-income at 21.9% is similarly comfortable. The weekly rent of $280 is lower than comparable Perth suburbs, which reflects the suburb's position in the bottom decile on IRSD, though affordability also supports long-term owner-occupier stability.
Mortgage / mo
$1,300
Rent / wk
$280
HH Size
2.6
Personal Income / wk
$610
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.5%
Unoccupied
170
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
22.4%
Couples, no children
3,430
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the largest employing industry at 18.8% (171 workers), followed by Retail at 9.2% (84) and Education at 8.4% (76), with Construction at 7.4% and Manufacturing at 7.3%. By occupation, Labourers (298) and Machinery/Drivers (269) are the two largest groups, a blue-collar profile that aligns with SEIFA rankings: IRSD and IRSAD both at decile 1, IER at decile 3. The unemployment rate of 11.3% is above state and national averages, and the participation rate of 52.7% is low, partly because 1,322 residents are not in the labour force. Real income growth was negative at minus 8.5% over the decade, meaning wage gains did not keep pace with inflation, and household income at the 29th percentile nationally reinforces the constrained economic base.
Unemployment
11.0%
Labour Force
3,413
Unemployed
375
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
65.9%
Part-time
22.8%
Participation
52.7%
Employed
1,652
Occupations
Top Industries
University
13.6%
Postgraduate
2.2%
Born Overseas
32.3%
Dwellings
1,617
Transport to Work
Car dependency is high, with 88.1% of residents driving to work and only 4.1% using public transport, reflecting limited transit infrastructure typical of outer Perth suburban areas. No schools are recorded within Camillo's 2.58 km2 boundary in this dataset, so families rely on schools in neighbouring suburbs. Crime data is not available for Camillo in the current dataset, but the suburb scores IRSD decile 1, the lowest advantage tier nationally, which typically correlates with higher-than-average disadvantage indicators. On the positive side, rent-to-income of 21.9% and mortgage-to-income of 23.5% are both below stress thresholds, meaning housing costs are manageable relative to incomes. Volunteering participation sits at 11.9% and 8.1% of residents need daily assistance, both figures that bear watching given the lower-income, aging profile.
Drive
88.1%
Public Transport
4.1%
Walk / Cycle
1.3%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.22%/yr
(+85 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 10.3% over the past decade and is forecast to continue at 1.22% annually, adding about 85 people a year to reach roughly 7,100 by 2031 under medium projections. The suburb's growth engine is internal migration, with a net average of 146 arrivals per year, while overseas migration contributes 57. Gentrification signals are active: the gentrification score is 42, population is up 27% since 2011, and the accelerating share metric reads 3% to 23%, indicating an intensifying influx of new residents. Affordability improved from 48.7% in 2011 to 45.6% in 2021, making Camillo relatively more accessible than it was a decade ago. Rent growth of 5.4% and an aging trajectory are secondary forces shaping the demographic shift.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+57
Net Internal / yr
+146
Gentrification Signal
Active
Population +27% since 2011, Net internal migration +146/yr, Accelerating: 3% → 23%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Camillo compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Camillo a good suburb to live in?
Camillo suits buyers seeking affordable detached housing near Perth, with a median house price around $343,000 and mortgage-to-income at 23.5%. The suburb scores IRSD decile 1, indicating higher disadvantage than most areas nationally, and the unemployment rate of 11.3% is above average. For budget-conscious owner-occupiers who value house-and-land living, it offers good value compared to the broader Perth market.
What is the median house price in Camillo?
The median house price is approximately $343,000, well below the Perth metropolitan median. Weekly rent averages $280 and monthly mortgage repayments are around $1,300, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 23.5%, below the 30% stress threshold. This positions Camillo as one of Perth's more affordable owner-occupier suburbs.
What schools are in Camillo?
No schools are recorded inside the Camillo boundary in this dataset, so residents rely on schools in adjacent suburbs. University qualifications in Camillo sit at 13.6%, which is 16.5 points below the national figure, a gap that likely reflects the suburb's IRSD decile 1 ranking and lower household income at the 29th percentile nationally.
Is Camillo safe?
Crime statistics are not available for Camillo in this dataset. As an indirect indicator, the suburb scores IRSD decile 1, the lowest advantage tier nationally, and household income sits in the 29th percentile. An unemployment rate of 11.3% is notably above the national average. These factors suggest residents should weigh local community context when assessing personal safety.
Is Camillo good for property investment?
Weekly rent of $280 against a $343,000 median implies a gross yield near 4.2%, above what most higher-priced Perth suburbs offer. Annual population growth of 1.22% and net internal migration averaging 146 per year support tenant demand. However, the 9.5% vacancy rate is elevated and real income growth was negative at minus 8.5% over the decade, so capital growth will depend on broader Perth market momentum rather than local income gains.
How is Camillo's population changing?
Population grew 10.3% over the past decade and is growing at 1.22% annually, adding around 85 people per year. Medium forecasts project the population reaching roughly 7,100 by 2031. The suburb shows active gentrification signals including a 27% population rise since 2011 and internal migration averaging 146 arrivals per year, though the aging trajectory means the senior share is rising 6.7 points.
What languages are spoken in Camillo?
About 32.3% of residents were born overseas, which is 10.7 points above the national average. English is the dominant language, with Punjabi (17 speakers) and Arabic (11) the most common non-English languages recorded. The ancestry base is predominantly Anglo-Celtic, led by English (1,829 residents), Scottish (393) and Irish (368).
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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