Osborne Park
Osborne Park's most striking feature is its renter majority: 55.2% of households rent, while 53.5% of residents were born overseas, 31.9 percentage points above the national figure. At 4.96 sq km and 900.2 people per sq km, it is a compact urban suburb with a median age of 34, six years below the national figure. Housing is weighted to semi-detached homes and apartments rather than separate houses, with the suburb positioned between established areas such as Innaloo and Balcatta. A household income percentile of 45.9 points to a middle-market profile, while the 6.55% annual forecast signals strong growth attention.
Population
4,463
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,478/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
83
For buyers, Osborne Park suits households prioritising lower-maintenance formats and central access over a large detached block. Semi-detached dwellings account for 58.0%, apartments 24.3%, and separate houses only 17.7%; 45.2% of homes have 2 bedrooms, compared with 34.9% with 3 bedrooms. The 55.2% rental share can mean more choice for purchasers seeking established tenant-oriented stock, but it also makes strata, building condition and leasing history important checks. Mortgage repayments are $1,546 monthly, with mortgage costs at 24.2% of household income and stress flagged false. Compared with nearby Innaloo, inspect parking, noise, lot size and owners-corporation costs street by street.
For Buyers
For buyers, Osborne Park suits households prioritising lower-maintenance formats and central access over a large detached block. Semi-detached dwellings account for 58.0%, apartments 24.3%, and separate houses only 17.7%; 45.2% of homes have 2 bedrooms, compared with 34.9% with 3 bedrooms. The 55.2% rental share can mean more choice for purchasers seeking established tenant-oriented stock, but it also makes strata, building condition and leasing history important checks. Mortgage repayments are $1,546 monthly, with mortgage costs at 24.2% of household income and stress flagged false. Compared with nearby Innaloo, inspect parking, noise, lot size and owners-corporation costs street by street.
For Investors
Investor demand is supported by 55.2% renting, a $290 weekly rent and a 9.0% vacancy rate. That vacancy figure makes realistic leasing assumptions important, particularly for properties competing with newer stock. Development activity reaches 76 matters over 12 months, which can improve amenity but also increase competition between existing and upgraded dwellings. The forecast trend is 6.55% annually, with migration described as Balanced, so the case is stronger for adaptable 2-bedroom and semi-detached homes than for a narrow premium strategy. Compared with owner-heavy suburbs, Osborne Park's renter base may provide deeper tenant demand, but 29.3% turnover makes property management and presentation important.
Development Activity
Total DAs
83
Last 12 Months
83
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 Osborne Park
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
OSBORNE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Demographics
Osborne Park is younger and more internationally born than Australia overall: the median age is 34, six years below the national figure, while 53.5% were born overseas, 31.9 percentage points above the national comparison. University attainment is 46.5%, 16.4 points higher than the national comparison, supporting a mix of professional and service-oriented households. English and Italian are prominent ancestry responses, with 1,080 and 384 people respectively; Italian, Guj, Mandarin, Punjabi and Nepali are also recorded languages. Average household size is 1.9, 0.6 below national, consistent with 51.2% of couples having no children. Compared with nearby Balcatta and Joondanna, expect a mobile, apartment-friendly market shaped by 29.3% turnover.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
17.7%
Houses
58.0%
Townhouse
24.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Osborne Park's tenure pattern is renter-led: 55.2% rent, compared with 25.9% paying a mortgage and 17.9% owning outright. The built form is compact, with 58.0% semi-detached dwellings, 24.3% apartments and just 17.7% separate houses. Two-bedroom homes make up 45.2%, ahead of 3-bedroom homes at 34.9%, while 13.8% are 0-1 bedroom and 6.1% have 4 or more bedrooms. Weekly rent is $290 and mortgage cost is $1,546 per month; rent-to-income is 19.6% and mortgage-to-income is 24.2%, both below a stressed profile. Compared with nearby Innaloo, buyers should compare strata, parking and redevelopment potential, not just internal floor area.
Mortgage / mo
$1,546
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$290
Census 2021
HH Size
1.9
Personal Income / wk
$920
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.0%
Unoccupied
209
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.2%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
32.0%
Couples with children
51.2%
Couples, no children
12.5%
Single parent
1,100
Total families
Economy & Employment
Employment is anchored by healthcare at 18.4% of industry employment, followed by retail at 9.1%, education at 9.0%, professional and technology at 8.8%, and hospitality at 7.9%. Labour-force participation is 70.6%, unemployment is 4.4%, and 59.4% of employed residents work full time, indicating a broad service economy rather than a single-sector base. Occupations include 616 professionals, 406 labourers, 359 community and personal workers, 345 trades workers and 290 clerical or administrative workers. The IEO, IER, IRSD and IRSAD deciles are 7, 8, 7 and 8 respectively, higher than the 45.9 household income percentile because these measures capture education, occupation, resources and disadvantage as well as earnings. Compared with purely residential areas, Osborne Park's mix supports weekday activity and local services.
Unemployment
4.4%
Labour Force
2,803
Unemployed
123
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.4%
Part-time
35.0%
Participation
70.6%
Employed
2,680
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
46.5%
Postgraduate
13.3%
Born Overseas
53.5%
Dwellings
2,117
Transport to Work
Osborne Park is practical for car-based routines: 78.7% of commuters drive, compared with 6.5% using public transport, while only 2.5% walk or cycle and 5.4% work from home. At 900.2 people per sq km across 4.96 sq km, it is denser than a low-rise suburban setting, so parking, road noise and walking routes deserve an address-level check. One government primary school is located in the suburb; families should verify enrolment zones and compare nearby options across the wider area rather than infer quality from proximity. IRSAD sits in decile 8 and need for assistance is 4.9%, indicating higher socioeconomic access than lower-decile areas. For safety, check current WA Police mapping and recent incident patterns before signing, since conditions can vary by street.
Drive
78.7%
Public Transport
6.5%
Walk / Cycle
2.5%
Work from Home
5.4%
Population Forecast
+6.55%/yr
(+19 people/yr)
GreenfieldGrowth prospects are unusually strong in the regional forecast, with an annual trend of 6.55% and migration labelled Balanced. The greenfield classification points to development-led change, while 76 development matters over 12 months indicate substantial local activity. Because Osborne Park already has 58.0% semi-detached housing and 55.2% renters, additional construction may broaden smaller-home supply and intensify competition between existing and new stock. The suburb's compact 4.96 sq km footprint means transport, parking and construction impacts matter as much as raw dwelling additions. Compared with slower-growth established areas, buyers should test whether projected momentum is reflected in settled prices, vacancy at 9.0% and tenant demand.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+8
Net Internal / yr
+6
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Osborne Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Osborne Park a good suburb to live in?
Osborne Park can suit renters, singles and smaller households: 55.2% rent, average household size is 1.9, and 45.2% of dwellings have 2 bedrooms. Compared with lower-density suburbs, its 900.2 people per sq km and car-led transport pattern make parking, noise and street layout important checks.
What is the median house price in Osborne Park?
No current median house price is available for Osborne Park. Buyers should compare recent settled sales by dwelling type, because 58.0% of homes are semi-detached, 24.3% are apartments and only 17.7% are separate houses. A $290 weekly rent provides a secondary affordability reference, but it is not a sale-price substitute.
What schools are in Osborne Park?
Osborne Primary School is the local government primary option. Check the exact enrolment zone and compare nearby government and non-government schools across the wider area, especially for older year levels. With 1 local school and 6.5% public-transport use, daily travel and pickup arrangements should be tested from the address.
Is Osborne Park safe?
Treat safety as an address-level decision: check current WA Police incident mapping, lighting and activity around the route home. A suburb crime rate is unavailable, so compare recent patterns by street rather than relying on a broad label. Osborne Park's 900.2 people per sq km and 78.7% car-driver share can make conditions vary around busy roads.
Is Osborne Park good for property investment?
Osborne Park has an investor-oriented profile, with 55.2% renting, $290 weekly rent and a 9.0% vacancy rate. The 6.55% annual forecast trend and 76 development matters in 12 months point to strong change, but also potential competition. Compared with owner-heavy suburbs, focus on adaptable 2-bedroom stock, strata costs and leasing resilience.
How is Osborne Park's population changing?
Population change is expected to be strong across the wider area, with a 6.55% annual trend and migration described as Balanced. Osborne Park's current population is 4,463, median age is 34, and 29.3% turnover indicates a mobile base. Compared with slower-growth suburbs, new development and renter demand may reshape the mix faster, although street-level outcomes will vary.
Which languages are common in Osborne Park?
Osborne Park is migrant-majority by birthplace: 53.5% were born overseas, 31.9 percentage points above the national comparison. Italian is recorded for 76 people, followed by Guj at 71, Mandarin at 48, Punjabi at 44 and Nepali at 43. Compared with the national profile, multilingual services can be useful for leasing and local business communication.
What development is occurring in Osborne Park?
Development activity is high for a small 4.96 sq km suburb, with 76 matters recorded over 12 months. Examples include a 1-dwelling home-business hair salon approval plus building-completion and outbuilding applications, so not every matter adds housing. Compared with a quiet established area, monitor construction timing, parking and the effect on semi-detached stock, which represents 58.0% of dwellings.
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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