Lockridge
With 34.8% of residents born overseas, Lockridge has a stronger migrant presence than the national profile by 13.2 percentage points, while its median age of 38 is 2 years lower. The suburb packs 3,322 people into 1.47 sq km at 2,266.3 people per sq km, creating an established, compact setting rather than a low-density fringe. Housing is mortgage-led: 41.9% of households are paying a mortgage, compared with 25.4% owning outright and 31.4% renting. Household income sits at the 25.4th percentile, so affordability remains central. Compared with nearby Beechboro and Kiara, Lockridge suits buyers seeking established detached housing, but the lower income position means borrowing capacity and property condition deserve close attention.
Population
3,322
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,206/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
37
Lockridge is more practical for buyers who prioritise established three-bedroom stock over apartment living. Three-bedroom homes account for 66.1%, while 4-plus-bedroom homes are 22.2%, 2-bedroom homes 9.4%, and 0 to 1-bedroom homes 2.4%. The 77.0% separate-house share is higher than the 19.9% semi-detached and 3.1% apartment shares, so buyers should expect a detached-house market with some medium-density alternatives. Mortgage holders represent 41.9%, the monthly mortgage figure is $1,300 and the mortgage-to-income ratio is 24.9%, compared with a 31.4% renting share. With no current median sale price, compare individual sales, land condition and renovation needs carefully, especially against Beechboro and Kiara.
For Buyers
Lockridge is more practical for buyers who prioritise established three-bedroom stock over apartment living. Three-bedroom homes account for 66.1%, while 4-plus-bedroom homes are 22.2%, 2-bedroom homes 9.4%, and 0 to 1-bedroom homes 2.4%. The 77.0% separate-house share is higher than the 19.9% semi-detached and 3.1% apartment shares, so buyers should expect a detached-house market with some medium-density alternatives. Mortgage holders represent 41.9%, the monthly mortgage figure is $1,300 and the mortgage-to-income ratio is 24.9%, compared with a 31.4% renting share. With no current median sale price, compare individual sales, land condition and renovation needs carefully, especially against Beechboro and Kiara.
For Investors
Lockridge presents a mixed rental case. The renting share is 31.4%, weekly rent is $280 and vacancy is 7.8%, so tenant demand may be offset by more choice for renters than in a tighter market. Rent growth of 17.8% supports recent momentum, but a 7.8% vacancy rate argues for conservative holding assumptions and careful property selection. Development activity reached 26 applications in 12 months, including grouped dwellings and subdivision, which may gradually add competing stock. The annual growth trend is 2.48% and migration is labelled Balanced, giving investors a steadier basis than a purely migration-led story. Compare prospective yield, maintenance and vacancy risk with Beechboro and Kiara; the 41.9% mortgage share indicates a substantial owner-occupier base, which can support resale appeal because many buyers are purchasing for their own use.
Development Activity
Total DAs
37
Last 12 Months
37
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
Schools in Lockridge
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GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL
LOCKRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Demographics
Lockridge combines a mature but internationally connected profile with modest formal qualification levels. The median age is 38, which is 2 years below the national figure, while university attainment is 21.8%, 8.3 percentage points below national. Overseas-born residents account for 34.8%, 13.2 points higher than national, helping explain the presence of Arabic 25, Serbian 24, Mandarin 23, Punjabi 15 and Urdu 13 speakers. English ancestry counts 1,061, followed by Other 566, Scottish 247 and Irish 228; ancestry responses can overlap, so these are not a single total. No religion is recorded for 1,377 residents, compared with 1,280 identifying as Christian and 149 as Muslim. Household size is 2.4, just 0.1 below national, because couples with children remain the largest family group at 35.5%, while one-parent families are 28.8%.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
77.0%
Houses
19.9%
Townhouse
3.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Lockridge's housing profile is detached-dominant and mortgage-led, but the absence of a current median house price means buyers need address-level comparisons. Separate houses account for 77.0%, compared with 19.9% semi-detached dwellings and 3.1% apartments. Three-bedroom homes make up 66.1%, far higher than the 22.2% with four or more bedrooms, so the stock is concentrated around conventional family layouts. Mortgage ownership is 41.9%, higher than the 25.4% owned outright and 31.4% rented, indicating many households are still paying down debt. Weekly rent is $280, and rent-to-income is 23.2%, lower than mortgage-to-income at 24.9%. With household income at the 25.4th percentile, inspect lot size, renovation condition and subdivision potential against nearby Beechboro and Kiara rather than assuming a suburb-wide price.
Mortgage / mo
$1,300
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$280
Census 2021
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$591
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.8%
Unoccupied
109
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
35.5%
Couples with children
31.4%
Couples, no children
28.8%
Single parent
858
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Lockridge's leading resident industry at 21.5% and 168 workers, followed by Education at 10.2% and 80, Construction at 8.8% and 69, Retail at 8.7% and 68, and Public Administration at 6.9% and 54. The occupational mix is grounded in Labourers 228, Trades 218, Community and Personal Service 201, Professionals 178, and Machinery and Drivers 160, creating a broader practical-services base than a professional-only suburb. Labour-force participation is 56.6%, full-time employment 59.1% and unemployment 9.8%, so household outcomes vary by work intensity. Weekly household income is $1,206 at the 25.4th percentile. SEIFA adds context: education and occupation decile 4 is lower than economic resources decile 7, while disadvantage decile 5 and advantage decile 5 are mid-ranked. That gap can reflect resource stability without equally strong formal qualifications, so affordability pressure remains relevant.
Unemployment
9.8%
Labour Force
1,517
Unemployed
148
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.1%
Part-time
34.3%
Participation
56.6%
Employed
1,369
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
21.8%
Postgraduate
4.0%
Born Overseas
34.8%
Dwellings
1,284
Transport to Work
Lockridge is compact at 1.47 sq km, with 3,322 residents and density of 2,266.3 people per sq km. Daily travel is strongly car-oriented: 82.3% drive, compared with 3.9% using public transport, 1.4% walking or cycling and 5.2% working from home. That pattern means access to a car is more important than in transit-led areas, especially for trips beyond the suburb. Families have access to 2 local schools, comprising 1 government primary and 1 non-government Catholic school; compare enrolment zones and sector fit against nearby options because boundaries can cross suburb lines. The IRSAD decile is 5, while 7.7% need assistance with core activities, so service access and street-level conditions deserve attention. For safety, check recent WA Police incident data by address and time, then compare the result with nearby Beechboro and Kiara.
Drive
82.3%
Public Transport
3.9%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
5.2%
Population Forecast
+2.48%/yr
(+366 people/yr)
EstablishedLockridge's growth outlook is active but not one-directional. The annual trend is 2.48%, with Balanced migration as the primary driver, while population change across the wider area is 55.4% over 10 years. The shift trajectory is Mixed, and rent growth of 17.8% points to stronger rental pressure than a static established suburb. Gentrification signals are also split: the headline score is 33 at the Early signs stage, while the shift score is 16 and labelled Not gentrifying. That contrast matters because 26 development applications in 12 months can add housing without guaranteeing a wholesale change in the resident base. Affordability is labelled Improving, moving from 46.5 in 2011 to 39.3 in 2021, while real income growth was 13.4%. Together, these figures support gradual change rather than a simple boom narrative, with balanced migration and established housing shaping the pace.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+150
Net Internal / yr
+142
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Net internal migration +142/yr, Accelerating: 28% → 34%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Lockridge compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lockridge a good suburb to live in?
Lockridge can suit households seeking established housing, local schools and a car-oriented routine. It has 3,322 residents, a median age of 38 and 77.0% separate houses. Its 3.9% public transport use is lower than 82.3% car use, so compare access needs with Beechboro and Kiara.
What is the median house price in Lockridge?
A current median house price is not available for Lockridge. Use $280 weekly rent, 77.0% separate houses and 66.1% three-bedroom homes to understand the stock, then compare verified recent sales with Beechboro and Kiara rather than relying on an area-wide estimate.
What schools are in Lockridge?
Lockridge has 2 local schools: 1 government primary school and 1 non-government Catholic school. Check the exact address against enrolment zones, because boundaries can differ from suburb lines, and compare the sector mix with nearby Beechboro and Kiara before choosing a property.
Is Lockridge safe?
No single safety rating should replace an address-level check. Lockridge has 3,322 residents across 1.47 sq km, and conditions can vary by street and time. Review recent WA Police incident data, then compare the address with nearby Beechboro and Kiara before deciding.
Is Lockridge good for property investment?
Lockridge may suit investors seeking established houses, but the rental case needs conservative assumptions. Weekly rent is $280, vacancy is 7.8%, renting is 31.4%, and 26 development applications were recorded in 12 months. Rent growth of 17.8% is higher than annual forecast growth of 2.48%, so compare yield, maintenance and vacancy risk with Beechboro and Kiara.
How is Lockridge's population changing?
Population change across the wider area is 55.4% over 10 years, while Lockridge's annual growth trend is 2.48%. Migration is labelled Balanced and the shift trajectory is Mixed, so change is likely to be uneven rather than driven by one factor. Compare future demand with current housing and the 26 development applications.
What languages are spoken in Lockridge?
Language needs are varied: 34.8% of residents were born overseas, 13.2 percentage points higher than national. Commonly spoken non-English languages include Arabic 25, Serbian 24, Mandarin 23, Punjabi 15 and Urdu 13. Local services should compare communication options with nearby Beechboro and Kiara.
What development is occurring in Lockridge?
There were 26 development applications in 12 months, including grouped dwellings, an ancillary dwelling and a 2-lot subdivision. This points to incremental infill rather than a single large project. Buyers should compare plans, parking and lot changes with nearby Beechboro and Kiara because added stock can affect streetscape and rental competition.
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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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