Yokine
Yokine's standout trait is density with diversity: 12,706 residents fit into 4.85 sq km, or 2,619 people per sq km, while 42.1% were born overseas. Compared with nearby Dianella and Tuart Hill, it reads as a compact inner-north infill suburb rather than a fringe family market. University attainment is 46.2%, 16.1 points above the national level, and household income sits at the 60.3 percentile, so demand is supported by skills and earnings rather than just location.
Population
12,706
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,717/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
52
Median House
$448K
Estimated from rent (2025)
Homebuyers should expect a mixed dwelling market rather than a detached-house dominated one. Separate houses account for 40.7% of homes, semi-detached dwellings 39.4% and apartments 19.9%, giving more choice than many lower-density Perth suburbs. Monthly mortgage payments are $1,950 and mortgage costs take 26.2% of income, below common stress levels, because household income is at the 60.3 percentile. The 48.7% share of 3-bedroom homes suits smaller families and downsizers.
For Buyers
Homebuyers should expect a mixed dwelling market rather than a detached-house dominated one. Separate houses account for 40.7% of homes, semi-detached dwellings 39.4% and apartments 19.9%, giving more choice than many lower-density Perth suburbs. Monthly mortgage payments are $1,950 and mortgage costs take 26.2% of income, below common stress levels, because household income is at the 60.3 percentile. The 48.7% share of 3-bedroom homes suits smaller families and downsizers.
For Investors
Yokine has a large rental base, with 39.8% of dwellings rented and median weekly rent at $325. The vacancy rate is 8.2%, higher than a tight rental market, so investors need to compete on presentation and location within the suburb. Demand is helped by overseas migration, averaging +344 people a year, compared with -11 net internal migration. Only 9 development applications in 12 months suggests supply pressure is moderate rather than a rapid apartment pipeline.
Development Activity
Total DAs
52
Last 12 Months
52
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 Yokine iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Yokine Primary School
K-6 · 313 students
Demographics
Yokine's median age is 38, which is 2 years below the national benchmark, but the suburb is not dominated by one life stage. Overseas-born residents make up 42.1%, 20.5 points above the national level, and university attainment is 46.2%, 16.1 points higher. English ancestry is the largest listed group at 3,499 people, followed by Italian at 1,427. Italian, Mandarin and Cantonese language communities reflect migration patterns and help support local services.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
40.7%
Houses
39.4%
Townhouse
19.9%
Apartment
Tenure
The housing profile is balanced across tenure and form. Owners without a mortgage make up 28.1%, mortgage holders 32.1% and renters 39.8%, so Yokine has a higher rental presence than a typical owner-heavy suburb. A current median house price is not available, but affordability pressure can be read through costs: rent is $325 a week, rent-to-income is 18.9% and mortgage-to-income is 26.2%, both below stress levels. The 27.5% share of 2-bedroom homes supports downsizers and singles.
Mortgage / mo
$1,950
Rent / wk
$325
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$938
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.2%
Unoccupied
490
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.2%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
32.9%
Couples, no children
9,029
Total families
Economy & Employment
Yokine's workforce is led by services and knowledge roles. Healthcare employs 915 residents, or 17.6%, followed by Professional and Tech at 624 and Education at 538. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 2,045 people, above clerical and admin at 959 and managers at 843. SEIFA shows strong education and advantage, with IEO decile 8 and IRSAD decile 8, while IER decile 6 is lower, suggesting skills are stronger than household economic resources.
Unemployment
2.6%
Labour Force
11,251
Unemployed
293
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
65.1%
Part-time
30.0%
Participation
64.9%
Employed
6,705
Occupations
Top Industries
University
46.2%
Postgraduate
10.9%
Born Overseas
42.1%
Dwellings
5,515
Transport to Work
Yokine is practical for daily life, but still car-oriented. Public transport is used by 10.6% of commuters, below the 82.3% who drive, while walking and cycling account for 1.7%, so access to bus routes and parking matters. The local school base is small, with 1 school: Yokine Primary School, a Government primary with ICSEA 1073 and 313 enrolments, giving an ICSEA range of 1073 to 1073. IRSAD decile 8 signals above-average advantage, supporting service quality and amenity.
Drive
82.3%
Public Transport
10.6%
Walk / Cycle
1.7%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.16%/yr
(+218 people/yr)
EstablishedGrowth is steady rather than explosive. The forecast trend is 1.16% a year, or about 218 people annually, with the medium scenario rising from 18,866 in 2026 to 19,955 in 2031. Migration is the main driver, led by overseas inflow of +344 people a year compared with -11 net internal migration. Gentrification is scored 32 and labelled Early signs, while the shift indicators show 8.3% rent growth and 8.9% real income growth, pointing to gradual renewal.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+344
Net Internal / yr
-11
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +20% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +344/yr, Accelerating: 4% → 15%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Yokine compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yokine a good suburb to live in?
Yes, Yokine suits buyers who want an established inner-north location with moderate density. It has 12,706 residents, 46.2% university attainment and household income at the 60.3 percentile, which supports local amenity and stable demand.
What is the median house price in Yokine?
A current median house price is not available for Yokine. Affordability can still be judged from costs: monthly mortgage payments are $1,950, rent is $325 a week and mortgage costs take 26.2% of income.
What schools are in Yokine?
Yokine has 1 listed local school: Yokine Primary School. It is a Government primary school with ICSEA 1073 and 313 enrolments, giving local families a nearby public primary option within the suburb.
Is Yokine safe?
A suburb-specific crime rate per 1,000 residents is not available, so safety should be checked street by street. Broader social indicators are relatively solid, with IRSAD decile 8 and 6.0% of residents needing assistance.
Is Yokine good for property investment?
Yokine has investment appeal from its 39.8% rental share, $325 median weekly rent and overseas migration inflow of +344 people a year. The 8.2% vacancy rate is a caution because it is higher than a tight rental market.
How is Yokine's population changing?
Yokine is forecast to grow steadily at 1.16% a year, equal to about 218 extra people annually. The medium scenario rises from 18,866 residents in 2026 to 19,955 in 2031, with overseas migration the main driver.
What languages are spoken in Yokine?
Yokine has a notable migrant profile, with 42.1% of residents born overseas. The main listed non-English languages include Italian with 207 speakers, Mandarin with 131, Cantonese with 78, Macedonian with 74 and Arabic with 68.
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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