Jandakot
Jandakot stands out for its 2,533-person population, a median age of 45 and a 98.6% separate-house share. Households are relatively affluent, with weekly household income at the 89.2 percentile, while 37.9% of residents were born overseas, 16.3 percentage points above the national figure. Compared with the more built-up setting around Cockburn Central, Jandakot is more house-led and car-oriented, with 79.7% driving to work and 3.5% using public transport. Its older profile and 81.4% four-plus-bedroom share point to established family and long-term resident demand.
Local council: Cockburn
Population
2,533
Median Age
45.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,349/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
58
Jandakot suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment choice. Separate houses account for 98.6% of dwellings, and 81.4% have four or more bedrooms, so the stock is weighted toward larger households and long-term occupancy. Monthly mortgage costs are $2,167, equal to 21.3% of household income, higher than the 18.9% rent-to-income share but with mortgage stress flagged false. Compared with renting at $445 a week, buying requires more upfront capital and a longer holding horizon. Buyers should test recent comparable sales carefully because detached homes can vary by land, condition and renovation.
For Buyers
Jandakot suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment choice. Separate houses account for 98.6% of dwellings, and 81.4% have four or more bedrooms, so the stock is weighted toward larger households and long-term occupancy. Monthly mortgage costs are $2,167, equal to 21.3% of household income, higher than the 18.9% rent-to-income share but with mortgage stress flagged false. Compared with renting at $445 a week, buying requires more upfront capital and a longer holding horizon. Buyers should test recent comparable sales carefully because detached homes can vary by land, condition and renovation.
For Investors
Jandakot is a selective investment market, with income potential from detached homes but limited evidence of growth momentum. Weekly rent is $445 and vacancy is 6.4%, while only 12.2% of households rent, lower than the 40.3% owned-outright and 46.3% mortgage shares. A further 49 development applications in 12 months could add competition or improve housing choice, depending on their timing and type. The forecast annual trend is -0.15% with Balanced migration, so the case is more defensive than a growth-corridor strategy. Screen each property for tenant appeal, maintenance and resale depth rather than relying on headline rent.
Development Activity
Total DAs
58
Last 12 Months
58
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Jandakot has an older resident profile than the national average: median age is 45, or 5 years above national. Overseas-born residents make up 37.9%, which is 16.3 percentage points above the national share, and university attainment is 35.1%, 5 points higher than national. English ancestry is reported by 969 people, followed by Scottish 254 and Chinese 208; Christianity counts 1,374 and no religion 864. Average household size is 2.9, 0.4 above national, while 49.1% of families are couples with children. These patterns support a mature, internationally connected population, with family households alongside established older residents.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.6%
Houses
1.0%
Townhouse
0.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Jandakot's housing stock is unusually concentrated in detached homes compared with apartment-oriented areas: 98.6% are separate houses, versus 0.3% apartments and 1.0% semi-detached dwellings. Four-plus-bedroom homes account for 81.4%, while three-bedroom homes are 16.2%, creating a clear bias toward larger floorplans. Tenure is split between 40.3% owned outright and 46.3% with a mortgage, while renting is only 12.2%. Mortgage costs equal 21.3% of household income, higher than the 18.9% rent share, and neither stress flag is active. This structure favours space and stability over high-density entry points.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$445
Census 2021
HH Size
2.9
Personal Income / wk
$907
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.4%
Unoccupied
60
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
49.1%
Couples with children
39.6%
Couples, no children
10.0%
Single parent
763
Total families
Economy & Employment
Jandakot's economic profile is stronger than the national midpoint, with weekly household income of $2,349 at the 89.2 percentile and personal income of $907. Labour-force participation is 68.1%, unemployment 3.8%, and the full-time rate 58.8%, supporting relatively solid purchasing capacity because more residents are attached to paid work. Healthcare leads local industry at 17.8% with 163 workers, followed by Education at 14.5% and Professional/Tech at 9.2%; Construction at 8.9% and Mining at 7.0% add trade and resource links. Occupations include 339 Professionals, 215 Clerical/Admin and 195 Managers, a mix that is more skilled than a purely manual employment base.
Unemployment
3.8%
Labour Force
1,460
Unemployed
56
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
58.8%
Part-time
36.7%
Participation
68.1%
Employed
1,404
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
35.1%
Postgraduate
8.1%
Born Overseas
37.9%
Dwellings
871
Transport to Work
Daily life in Jandakot is strongly car-dependent. A 79.7% car-driver share is much higher than the 3.5% public-transport share, while only 0.8% walk or cycle to work and 10.2% work from home. Across 16.17 square kilometres at 156.6 people per square kilometre, access may depend on the exact pocket and trip purpose rather than a single central area. Families should check enrolment zones and travel times for nearby school options, including government, Catholic and independent sectors, against the exact address. Socioeconomic standing is comparatively strong, with IRSAD decile 8 and IRSD decile 9. Inspect current local incident information and the street at different times before committing.
Drive
79.7%
Public Transport
3.5%
Walk / Cycle
0.8%
Work from Home
10.2%
Growth Outlook
Jandakot's outlook is subdued: the forecast annual trend is -0.15%, and population change across the wider area is -10.7% over 10 years. The trajectory is labelled Aging, with senior share up 11.8 percentage points and young share down 1.5 points, which points to demand shifting toward established homes and services. Migration is Balanced rather than led by one stream, while the gentrification score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying. Rent growth of 6.7% and improving affordability, from 59.3% in 2011 to 48.7% in 2021, provide some support, but the outlook remains weaker than a positive-growth corridor. Buyers should value current amenity and property quality over speculative uplift.
Population trend: Cockburn council area
Jandakot sits in the Cockburn council area. These are the council area's residents, not Jandakot's.
Residents 2025
139,499
Growth, 5 yr average
+3.2%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+2.8%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Jandakot compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jandakot a good suburb to live in?
Jandakot can suit households wanting detached space, larger homes and a quieter, car-based routine. It has 98.6% separate houses, 81.4% with four or more bedrooms, and a 79.7% car-driver share. Its median age is 45, giving the suburb a more established profile than youth-oriented areas.
What is the median house price in Jandakot?
For a current median house price, use recent Jandakot sales and compare like-for-like detached properties. The suburb is 98.6% separate houses, while weekly rent is $445 and the indicative monthly mortgage figure is $2,167. Land size, renovation and dwelling condition can create meaningful differences between sales.
What schools are in Jandakot?
School choice is address-specific in postcode 6164. Families should check current enrolment zones, travel times and places for nearby government, Catholic and independent schools before signing a contract. Jandakot covers 16.17 square kilometres, so the closest practical option can vary by street.
Is Jandakot safe?
Use current WA Police or council incident information for the exact location, then inspect the street during both daytime and evening. Jandakot covers 16.17 square kilometres, so local conditions can differ across pockets. Also check lighting, traffic movement and access to nearby services before deciding.
Is Jandakot good for property investment?
Jandakot may suit investors seeking detached housing and a $445 weekly rent, but the 6.4% vacancy rate and -0.15% annual growth trend call for careful selection. Renting is 12.2% of households, and 49 development applications in 12 months may affect future competition. Review tenant demand, maintenance and resale depth.
How is Jandakot's population changing?
The outlook is subdued, with an annual trend of -0.15% and population change across the wider area of -10.7% over 10 years. The trajectory is Aging, senior share has risen 11.8 percentage points, and migration is Balanced. The gentrification score is 0, with the stage listed as Not gentrifying.
What languages are spoken in Jandakot?
Mandarin is the most reported language apart from English, with 47 speakers. Afrikaans and Persian each have 17, Cantonese has 15 and Italian has 13. Overseas-born residents represent 37.9% of Jandakot's population, which is 16.3 percentage points above the national share.
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 education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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