City of Gosnells - profile.id · 2011 City of Gosnells Greater Perth Western Australia Australia Median age 33 36 36 37 Median weekly household income $1,372 $1,459 $1,415 $1,234

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City of Gosnells

2011 Census results

Comparison year: 2006Benchmark area: Greater Perth

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Table of contents

Estimated Resident Population (ERP) 2

Population highlights 4

About the areas 6

Five year age groups 9

Ancestry 12

Birthplace 15

Year of arrival in Australia 17

Proficiency in English 19

Language spoken at home 22

Religion 25

Qualifications 27

Highest level of schooling 29

Education institution attending 32

Need for assistance 35

Employment status 38

Industry sectors of employment 41

Occupations of employment 44

Method of travel to work 47

Volunteer work 49

Unpaid care 51

Individual income 53

Household income 55

Households summary 57

Household size 60

Dwelling type 63

Number of bedrooms per dwelling 65

Internet connection 67

Number of cars per household 69

Housing tenure 71

Housing loan repayments 73

Housing rental payments 75

SEIFA - disadvantage 79

About the community profile 80

The Estimated Resident Population is the OFFICIAL City of Gosnells population for 2012.

Populations are counted and estimated in various ways. The most comprehensive population count available in

Australia is derived from the Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Australian Bureau of

Statistics every five years. However the Census count is NOT the official population of the City of Gosnells. To

provide a more accurate population figure which is updated more frequently than every five years, the

Australian Bureau of Statistics also produces "Estimated Resident Population" (ERP) numbers for the City of

Gosnells.

See data notes for a detailed explanation of different population types, how they are calculated and when to

use each one.

Estimated Resident Population (ERP)


City of Gosnells

Year (ending June 30) NumberChange in

numberChange in

percent

2001 83,474 -- --

2002 85,306 +1,832 +2.19

2003 87,753 +2,447 +2.87

2004 90,491 +2,738 +3.12

2005 93,176 +2,685 +2.97

2006 95,746 +2,570 +2.76

2007 98,338 +2,592 +2.71

2008 102,171 +3,833 +3.90

2009 106,027 +3,856 +3.77

2010 109,407 +3,380 +3.19

2011 112,244 +2,837 +2.59

2012 116,292 +4,048 +3.61

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0). Compiled and presented in profile.id by .idThe population experts

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Annual change in Estimated Resident Population (ERP)

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2011 City of Gosnells Greater Perth Western Australia Australia

Median age 3336 36 37

Median weeklyhouseholdincome

$1,372$1,459 $1,415

$1,234

Couples withchildren 36%

32% 31% 31%

Older coupleswithout children 7%

8% 8% 9%

Medium andhigh densityHousing

9%23% 20% 25%

Householdswith amortgage

45%38% 36% 33%

Median weeklyrent $310

$320

$300 $285

Householdsrenting 22%

27% 28% 29%

Non-Englishspeakingbackgrounds

22%17% 14% 16%

Universityattendance 3%

5% 4% 4%

Bachelor orHigher degree 13%

20% 18% 19%

Vocational 21%19% 19% 18%

Public transport(to work) 10% 10%

9%

10%

Population highlights

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Unemployment 6%5% 5%

6%

SEIFA index ofdisadvantage2011

10041033 1021

1002

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Location and boundaries

The City of Gosnells is located in Perth's south-eastern suburbs, about 17 kilometres from the Perth CBD. The City of

Gosnells is bounded by the Shire of Kalamunda in the north-east and east, the City of Armadale in the south, and the

City of Canning in the west and north-west.

Name origin

Gosnells is named after Charles Gosnells, an early land holder in the area, and director of John Gosnell and Co.

perfumery and cosmetic manufacturers.

About the area

Important

Statistics

Population

106,5842011 Usual residents

Land area

12,729hectares (127

Km )2

Population density

8.37persons per hectare

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Settlement history

European settlement dates from 1829, when farming commenced along the Canning River. A number of small

settlements were established, with land used mainly for agricultural purposes, particularly farming and orcharding.

Population was minimal until the early 1900s when land was subdivided. Land continued to be used largely for market

gardens, orchards and poultry farms. Significant development did not occur until the post-war years. The population

grew from 7,400 in 1954 to about 11,000 in 1966, and then to 21,000 in 1970. From the 1950s to the 1980s rapid

growth took place along the Albany Highway, the Canning River and the Southern River (the suburbs of Beckenham,

Gosnells, Kenwick, Langford, Maddington and Thornlie). The suburb of Huntingdale was developed from the 1970s.

The population of the City continued to increase from the early 1990s, rising from 69,500 in 1991 to 105,000 in 2011.

Much of this growth has been from new residential development in the suburbs of Canning Vale and Southern River,

and to a lesser extent in the suburb of Gosnells from the construction of flats and apartments. Population growth is

expected to continue.

Land use

The City of Gosnells is a growing residential area,

with substantial rural areas in the east and south,

and some commercial and industrial areas,

particularly along the Albany Highway. The

majority of the population live in suburbs west of

the Albany Highway. The City encompasses a total

land area of about 128 square kilometres, with

substantial areas of state forest.

Transport

The City of Gosnells is served by the Albany

Highway, the Roe Highway, the Tonkin Highway

and the Armadale and Thornlie railway lines.

Major features

Major features of the City include the Canning River, Polytechnic West (Thornlie Campus), Centro Maddington

(shopping centre), Hometown Cannington (commercial centre), Don Russell Performing Arts Centre, City of Gosnells

Museum - Wilkinson Homestead, Gosnells Golf Club, Korung National Park, Banyowla Regional Park, Langford Park

Sporting Complex, Tom Bateman Sporting Complex, Sutherlands Park and the Canning River parklands.

Indigenous background

The original inhabitants of the Gosnells area were the Beeloo Aboriginal people.

Included areas

The City of Gosnells includes the suburbs and localities of Beckenham, Canning Vale (part), Gosnells, Huntingdale,

Kenwick, Langford, Maddington, Martin, Orange Grove, Southern River and Thornlie.

Land use

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The Age Structure of the City of Gosnells provides key insights into the level of demand for age based services and

facilities such as child care. It is also an indicator of the City of Gosnells's residential role and function and how it is

likely to change in the future.

Five year age groups present a classic age profile of the population. Each age group covers exactly five years, which

enables direct comparison between each group.

To get a more complete picture the City of Gosnells's Age Structure should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Types and Dwelling Types.

Five year age groups

Age structure - Five year age groups

City of Gosnells 2011 2006 Change

Five year age groups(years) Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 7,904 7.4 6.6 6,666 7.3 6.1 +1,238

5 to 9 7,327 6.9 6.2 6,617 7.2 6.4 +710

10 to 14 7,361 6.9 6.4 6,923 7.6 6.9 +438

15 to 19 7,729 7.3 6.8 6,768 7.4 7.3 +961

20 to 24 7,934 7.4 7.5 6,988 7.6 7.3 +946

25 to 29 8,593 8.1 7.7 6,726 7.3 6.5 +1,867

30 to 34 8,187 7.7 7.0 6,725 7.3 7.0 +1,462

35 to 39 8,040 7.5 7.2 6,794 7.4 7.5 +1,246

40 to 44 7,691 7.2 7.4 6,623 7.2 7.5 +1,068

45 to 49 7,048 6.6 7.1 6,262 6.8 7.4 +786

50 to 54 6,452 6.1 6.5 6,150 6.7 6.8 +302

55 to 59 6,049 5.7 5.8 5,710 6.2 6.3 +339

60 to 64 5,393 5.1 5.3 3,966 4.3 4.6 +1,427

65 to 69 3,703 3.5 3.8 2,912 3.2 3.6 +791

70 to 74 2,853 2.7 3.0 2,109 2.3 2.9 +744

75 to 79 1,883 1.8 2.3 1,692 1.8 2.5 +191

80 to 84 1,383 1.3 1.8 1,112 1.2 1.8 +271

85 and over 1,054 1.0 1.6 836 0.9 1.5 +218

Total 106,584 100.0 100.0 91,579 100.0 100.0 +15,005

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2006 and 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by.id, the population experts.

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Five year age structure, 2011

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing, 2011 (Usual residence data)Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, the population experts.

Change in five year age structure, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

Analysis of the five year age groups of the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that there was

a higher proportion of people in the younger age groups (under 15) and a lower proportion of people in the older age

groups (65+).

Overall, 21.2% of the population was aged between 0 and 15, and 10.2% were aged 65 years and over, compared

with 19.2% and 12.5% respectively for Greater Perth.

The major differences between the age structure of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons aged 0 to 4 (7.4% compared to 6.6%)




Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, City of Gosnells's population increased by 15,005 people (16.4%). This represents an average

annual population change of 3.08% per year over the period.

The largest changes in age structure in this area between 2006 and 2011 were in the age groups:

25 to 29 (+1,867 persons)

30 to 34 (+1,462 persons)

60 to 64 (+1,427 persons)

35 to 39 (+1,246 persons)

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Ancestry defines the cultural association and ethnic background of an individual going back three generations.

Ancestry is a good measure of the total size of cultural groups in the City of Gosnells regardless of where they were

born or what language they speak.

Ancestry data, should be combined with data on Birthplace, Language Spoken at Home and Religion for a more

complete picture of the City of Gosnells's ethnic characteristics.

Ancestry

Ancestry - ranked by size


Ancestry Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

English 36,623 34.4 37.6 34,989 38.2 37.3 +1,634

Australian 30,192 28.3 30.1 30,505 33.3 33.6 -313

Chinese 7,355 6.9 4.2 4,080 4.5 3.6 +3,275

Scottish 7,305 6.9 8.3 6,725 7.3 7.9 +580

Irish 6,653 6.2 8.3 6,069 6.6 8.0 +584

Italian 3,930 3.7 5.4 3,671 4.0 5.7 +259

Indian 3,877 3.6 2.2 1,943 2.1 1.4 +1,934

Dutch 2,355 2.2 2.1 2,330 2.5 2.1 +25

German 2,292 2.2 2.7 2,218 2.4 2.7 +74

Burmese peoples 1,644 1.5 0.6 1,036 1.1 0.5 +608

Excludes ancestries with fewer than 20 responses, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Ancestry - totals


Ancestry totals Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Not stated 8,587 8.1 6.9 7,693 8.4 8.2 +894

Total People 106,584 100.0 100.0 91,564 100.0 100.0 +15,020

Total responses 135,625 -- -- 118,218 -- -- +17,407


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Ancestry, 2011


Change in ancestry, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the ancestry responses of the population in City of Gosnells in 2011 shows that the top five ancestries

nominated were:

English (36,623 people or 34.4%)

Australian (30,192 people or 28.3%)

Chinese (7,355 people or 6.9%)

Scottish (7,305 people or 6.9%)

Irish (6,653 people or 6.2%)

In combination these five ancestries account for 88,128 responses in total, or 82.68% of all responses.

The major differences between the ancestries of the population in the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of people with Chinese ancestry (6.9% compared to 4.2%)

A larger percentage of people with Indian ancestry (3.6% compared to 2.2%)

A smaller percentage of people with English ancestry (34.4% compared to 37.6%)

A smaller percentage of people with Irish ancestry (6.2% compared to 8.3%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the reported ancestries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were:

Chinese (+3,275 persons)

Indian (+1,934 persons)

English (+1,634 persons)

Filipino (+857 persons)

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Country of Birth data identifies where people were born and is indicative of the level of cultural diversity in the City of

Gosnells. The mix of Country of Birth groups is also indicative of historical settlement patterns, as source countries for

Australia's immigration program have varied significantly over time.

To get a more complete picture of cultural and ethnic characteristics, the City of Gosnells's Country of Birth data

should be viewed together with Ancestry, Language Spoken at Home and Religion.

Birthplace

Birthplace - ranked by size


Country of birth Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

United Kingdom 10,427 9.8 11.4 11,181 12.2 11.9 -754

New Zealand 3,609 3.4 3.1 2,599 2.8 2.4 +1,010

India 3,181 3.0 1.6 1,443 1.6 0.9 +1,738

Malaysia 2,765 2.6 1.4 1,717 1.9 1.3 +1,048

South Africa 1,719 1.6 1.7 1,086 1.2 1.3 +633

China 1,650 1.5 0.9 432 0.5 0.5 +1,218

Singapore 1,481 1.4 0.8 1,009 1.1 0.7 +472

Philippines 1,300 1.2 0.8 442 0.5 0.4 +858

Burma (Myanmar) 1,183 1.1 0.4 763 0.8 0.4 +420

Indonesia 1,111 1.0 0.5 560 0.6 0.5 +551

Excludes countries with fewer than 20 people, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Birthplace - summary


Birthplace Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Total Overseas born 39,587 37.1 34.4 28,878 31.5 30.9 +10,709

Non-English speaking

backgrounds

23,009 21.6 16.7 13,322 14.5 14.2 +9,687

Main English speaking

countries

16,578 15.6 17.7 15,556 17.0 16.7 +1,022

Australia 60,131 56.4 59.7 56,749 62.0 62.0 +3,382

Not Stated 6,866 6.4 5.9 5,955 6.5 7.2 +911

Total Population 106,584 100.0 100.0 91,582 100.0 100.0 +15,002


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Country of birth, 2011


Change in country of birth, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the country of birth of the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

there was a larger proportion of people born overseas, as well as a larger proportion of people from a non-English

speaking background.

Overall, 37.1% of the population was born overseas, and 21.6% were from a non-English speaking background,

compared with 34.4% and 16.7% respectively for Greater Perth.

The largest non-English speaking country of birth in the City of Gosnells was India, where 3.0% of the population, or

3,181 people, were born.

The major differences between the countries of birth of the population in the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of people born in India (3.0% compared to 1.6%)

A larger percentage of people born in Malaysia (2.6% compared to 1.4%)

A smaller percentage of people born in United Kingdom (9.8% compared to 11.4%)

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people born overseas increased by 10,709 or 37.1%, and the number of

people from a non-English speaking background increased by 9,687 or 72.7%.

The largest changes in birthplace countries of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were for those

born in:

India (+1,738 persons)

China (+1,218 persons)

Malaysia (+1,048 persons)

New Zealand (+1,010 persons)

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The Year of Arrival data records when the overseas born population arrived in Australia. The data shows the degree

to which areas are 'ports' for new overseas migrants and reveals the role of the City of Gosnells in housing the

overseas-born. The number of recent arrivals in an area is often determined by housing affordability, employment

opportunities and pre-existing communities located in the area.

The City of Gosnells's Year of Arrival data, when used with Birthplace, Religion and Language Spoken at Home data,

is a good indicator of the likely need for services in migrant communities.

Year of arrival in Australia

Year of arrival in Australia

City of Gosnells 2011Year of arrival in Australia Number % Greater Perth

2006 to 9 Aug 2011 10,907 27.1 26.8

2001 to 2005 4,744 11.8 11.1

1991 to 2000 (10 year period) 5,650 14.0 13.4

1981 to 1990 (10 year period) 6,168 15.3 15.4

1971 to 1980 (10 year period) 4,140 10.3 10.6

1961 to 1970 (10 year period) 4,511 11.2 11.6

Arrived in 1960 or earlier 1,815 4.5 6.5

Not stated 2,291 5.7 4.7

Total 40,226 100.0 100.0


Year of arrival in Australia, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the year of arrival for the overseas born population of the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater

Perth shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who arrived before 2001, and a similar proportion of recent

arrivals (those who arrived between 2006 and 2011).

Overall, 55.4% of the overseas born population arrived before 2001, and 27.1% arrived during or after 2006,


The major difference between the year of arrival data of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth is:

A smaller percentage of arrivals between in 1960 or earlier (4.5% compared to 6.5%)

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Proficiency in English measures the self-assessed proficiency in spoken English of people who speak a language

other than English at home. The data, when viewed with other ethnic and cultural indicators, such as Ancestry,

Country of Birth, Language Spoken at Home and Religion, reflects the City of Gosnells's ethnic composition and how

long the overseas born have been in Australia. This helps service providers determine whether they need to

communicate with the local population in languages other than English.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English


English proficiency Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 76,429 71.7 77.8 73,570 80.3 80.4 +2,859

Speaks another language,

and English well or very well

19,228 18.0 14.3 10,560 11.5 11.4 +8,668

Speaks another language,

and English not well or not

at all

4,035 3.8 2.4 2,108 2.3 2.1 +1,927

Not Stated 6,892 6.5 5.4 5,340 5.8 6.1 +1,552

Total population 106,584 100.0 100.0 91,578 100.0 100.0 +15,006


Proficiency in English, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the proficiency in English data for the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

there was a lower proportion of persons who spoke English only, and a higher proportion of persons who spoke

another language and English not well or not at all.

Overall, 71.7% of persons spoke English only, and 3.8% spoke another language and English not well or not at all,


Emerging groups

The most significant changes in the proficiency in English of the population in this area between 2006 and 2011 were

in those speaking:

Speaks another language, and English well or very well (+8,668 persons)

Speaks English only (+2,859 persons)

Speaks another language, and English not well or not at all (+1,927 persons)

Change in proficiency in English, 2006 to 2011


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The City of Gosnells's language statistics show the proportion of the population who speak a language at home other

than English. They indicate how culturally diverse a population is and the degree to which different ethnic groups and

nationalities are retaining their language.

The City of Gosnells's language statistics should be analysed in conjunction with Country of Birth and Proficiency in

English to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups in the area and the services required by the

multicultural community.

Language spoken at home

Language spoken at home - ranked by size


Language (excludesEnglish) Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Mandarin 3,270 3.1 1.5 1,382 1.5 1.1 +1,888

Cantonese 1,727 1.6 1.0 1,294 1.4 1.0 +433

Arabic 1,492 1.4 0.7 1,006 1.1 0.5 +486

Filipino/Tagalog 1,067 1.0 0.6 308 0.3 0.2 +759

Indonesian 1,067 1.0 0.5 522 0.6 0.4 +545

Persian/Dari 946 0.9 0.4 343 0.4 0.3 +603

Italian 935 0.9 1.6 1,048 1.1 2.0 -113

Malay 780 0.7 0.3 551 0.6 0.2 +229

Burmese 733 0.7 0.2 517 0.6 0.2 +216

Punjabi 673 0.6 0.3 111 0.1 0.1 +562

Excludes languages with fewer than 20 people speaking them at home, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Language - summary


Language summary Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Speaks English only 76,430 71.7 77.8 73,570 80.3 80.4 +2,860

Non-English total 23,225 21.8 16.7 12,542 13.7 13.4 +10,683

Not stated 6,929 6.5 5.5 5,470 6.0 6.2 +1,459



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Change in language spoken at home, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the language spoken at home by the population of the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater

Perth shows that there was a smaller proportion of people who spoke English only, and a larger proportion of those

speaking a non-English language (either exclusively, or in addition to English).

Overall, 71.7% of the population spoke English only, and 21.8% spoke a non-English language, compared with 77.8%

and 16.7% respectively for Greater Perth.

The dominant language spoken at home, other than English, in the City of Gosnells was Mandarin, with 3.1% of the

population, or 3,270 people speaking this language at home.

The major difference between the languages spoken at home for the population of the City of Gosnells and Greater

Perth in 2011 was:

A larger percentage speaking Mandarin at home (3.1% compared to 1.5%)

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people who spoke a language other than English at home increased by

10,683 or 85.2%, and the number of people who spoke English only increased by 2,860 or 3.9%.

The largest changes in the spoken languages of the population in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were

for those speaking:

Mandarin (+1,888 persons)

Filipino/Tagalog (+759 persons)

Persian/Dari (+603 persons)

Punjabi (+562 persons)

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The City of Gosnells's religion statistics provide an indicator of cultural identity and ethnicity when observed in

conjunction with other key variables. Religion data reveal the major concentrations of religions as well as revealing

the proportion of people with no religious affiliation. There are a number of reasons for different religious

compositions across areas including the country of birth and ethnic background of the population, the age of the

population (belief in religion is generally stronger, the older the population) and changes in values and belief

systems.

The City of Gosnells's religion statistics should be analysed in conjunction with other ethnicity statistics such as

Country of Birth data and Language Spoken data to assist in identifying specific cultural and ethnic groups.

Religion

Religions - ranked by size


Religion Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Western (Roman) Catholic 23,275 21.8 24.4 20,065 21.9 24.6 +3,210

Anglican 17,467 16.4 18.5 17,645 19.3 20.2 -178

Islam 5,595 5.2 2.1 3,123 3.4 1.5 +2,472

Christian,nfd 3,894 3.7 2.8 2,397 2.6 2.1 +1,497

Buddhism 3,834 3.6 2.5 2,452 2.7 2.1 +1,382

Uniting Church 2,628 2.5 3.0 2,507 2.7 3.5 +121

Baptist 2,531 2.4 1.9 1,851 2.0 1.6 +680

Presbyterian and Reformed 2,529 2.4 2.2 2,248 2.5 2.3 +281

Hinduism 1,841 1.7 1.1 421 0.5 0.5 +1,420

Pentecostal 1,660 1.6 1.2 1,151 1.3 1.0 +509

Excludes religions with fewer than 20 adherents, or less than 0.1% of the total population.

Religions - summary


Religion totals Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Christian total 58,343 54.7 58.4 51,880 56.7 59.9 +6,463

Non Christian total 12,442 11.7 6.9 6,580 7.2 5.0 +5,862

Non-classifiable religious

belief

883 0.8 0.9 632 0.7 0.8 +251

No religion 24,537 23.0 25.1 21,292 23.2 22.2 +3,245

Not stated 10,378 9.7 8.8 11,195 12.2 12.1 -817



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Religion, 2011


Change in religion, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the religious affiliation of the population of the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows

that there was a higher proportion of people who professed a religion and a lower proportion who stated they had no

religion.

Overall, 66.4% of the population nominated a religion, and 23.0% said they had no religion, compared with 65.2%

and 25.1% respectively for Greater Perth.

The largest single religion in the City of Gosnells was Western (Roman) Catholic, with 21.8% of the population or

23,275 people as adherents.

The major differences between the religious affiliation for the population of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth

were:

A larger percentage who nominated Islam (5.2% compared to 2.1%)

A larger percentage who nominated Buddhism (3.6% compared to 2.5%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Western (Roman) Catholic (21.8% compared to 24.4%)

A smaller percentage who nominated Anglican (16.4% compared to 18.5%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the religious affiliation of the population in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were

for those who nominated:

Western (Roman) Catholic (+3,210 persons)

Islam (+2,472 persons)

Christian,nfd (+1,497 persons)

Hinduism (+1,420 persons)

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Educational Qualifications relate to education outside of primary and secondary school and are one of the most

important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Employment Status, Income and

Occupation, the City of Gosnells's Educational Qualifications help to evaluate the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of the area and identify skill gaps in the labour market.

Qualifications

Highest qualification achieved


Qualification level Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Bachelor or Higher degree 10,526 12.5 19.6 6,122 8.6 16.1 +4,404

Advanced Diploma or

Diploma

6,297 7.5 8.6 4,662 6.5 7.9 +1,635

Vocational 18,049 21.5 18.6 14,014 19.6 17.1 +4,035

No qualification 40,231 47.9 42.3 37,255 52.2 45.5 +2,976

Not stated 8,889 10.6 10.9 9,320 13.1 13.4 -431

Total persons aged 15+ 83,992 100.0 100.0 71,373 100.0 100.0 +12,619


Highest qualification achieved, 2011


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Analysis of the qualifications of the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

there was a lower proportion of people holding formal qualifications (Bachelor or higher degree; Advanced Diploma or

Diploma; or Vocational qualifications), and a higher proportion of people with no formal qualifications.

Overall, 41.5% of the population aged 15 and over held educational qualifications, and 47.9% had no qualifications,


The major differences between qualifications held by the population of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons with No qualifications (47.9% compared to 42.3%)

A larger percentage of persons with Vocational qualifications (21.5% compared to 18.6%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Bachelor or Higher degrees (12.5% compared to 19.6%)

A smaller percentage of persons with Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (7.5% compared to 8.6%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the qualifications of the population in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were in

those with:

Bachelor or Higher degrees (+4,404 persons)

Vocational qualifications (+4,035 persons)

No qualifications (+2,976 persons)

Advanced Diploma or Diplomas (+1,635 persons)

Change in highest qualification achieved, 2006 to 2011


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The City of Gosnells's school completion data is a useful indicator of socio-economic status. With other indicators,

such as Proficiency in English, the data informs planners and decision-makers about people's ability to access

services. Combined with Educational Qualifications it also allows assessment of the skill base of the population.

Highest level of schooling

Highest level of secondary schooling completed


Level of schooling Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Year 8 or below 3,464 4.1 3.7 3,429 4.8 4.6 +35

Year 9 or equivalent 4,279 5.1 4.4 4,261 6.0 5.0 +18



Year 12 or equivalent 36,789 43.8 51.2 26,479 37.1 45.4 +10,310

Did not go to school 820 1.0 0.6 622 0.9 0.6 +198

Not stated 8,205 9.8 8.6 7,142 10.0 10.1 +1,063



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the highest level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to

Greater Perth shows that there was a higher proportion of people who had left school at an early level (Year 10 or

less) and a lower proportion of people who completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Overall, 35.0% of the population left school at Year 10 or below, and 43.8% went on to complete Year 12 or

equivalent, compared with 29.9% and 51.2% respectively for Greater Perth.

The major differences between the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Gosnells and Greater

Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 10 or equivalent (24.8% compared to 21.2%)

A larger percentage of persons who completed year 11 or equivalent (11.4% compared to 10.3%)

A smaller percentage of persons who completed year 12 or equivalent (43.8% compared to 51.2%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the level of schooling attained by the population in the City of Gosnells, between 2006 and

2011 were:

Year 12 or equivalent (+10,310 persons)

Year 11 or equivalent (+753 persons)

Year 10 or equivalent (+237 persons)

Did not go to school (+198 persons)

Change in highest level of schooling completed, 2006 to 2011


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The share of the City of Gosnells's population attending educational institutions reflects the age structure of the

population, which influences the number of children attending school; proximity to tertiary education, which can mean

young adults leaving home to be nearer to educational facilities and; the degree to which people are seeking out

educational opportunities in adulthood, especially in their late teens and early twenties.

This data is often combined with Age Structure to identify areas with significant university student populations.

Education institution attending

Education institute attending


Type of institute Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Pre-school 1,577 1.5 1.4 1,357 1.5 1.3 +220

Primary school 9,603 9.0 8.2 8,483 9.3 8.4 +1,120

Primary - Government 7,016 6.6 5.5 6,229 6.8 5.6 +787

Primary - Catholic 1,289 1.2 1.5 1,305 1.4 1.6 -16

Primary - Independent 1,298 1.2 1.2 949 1.0 1.1 +349

Secondary school 6,029 5.7 5.7 5,477 6.0 6.0 +552

Secondary - Government 3,736 3.5 2.8 3,592 3.9 3.2 +144

Secondary - Catholic 1,225 1.1 1.5 973 1.1 1.4 +252

Secondary - Independent 1,068 1.0 1.5 912 1.0 1.4 +156

TAFE 2,742 2.6 2.2 1,954 2.1 2.1 +788

University 3,645 3.4 4.9 2,426 2.6 4.5 +1,219

Other 773 0.7 0.7 481 0.5 0.6 +292

Not attending 73,024 68.5 69.5 63,527 69.4 68.4 +9,497

Not stated 9,192 8.6 7.4 7,874 8.6 8.7 +1,318

Total 106,585 100.0 100.0 91,579 100.0 100.0 +15,006


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the share of the population attending educational institutions in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to

Greater Perth shows that there was a higher proportion attending primary school, a similar proportion attending

secondary school, and a lower proportion engaged in tertiary level education.

Overall, 9.0% of the population were attending primary school, 5.7% of the population were attending secondary

institutions, and 6.0% were learning at a tertiary level, compared with 8.2%, 5.7% and 7.2% respectively for Greater

Perth.

The major differences between the share of the population attending learning institutions in the City of Gosnells and

Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons attending a Catholic primary school (6.6% compared to 5.5%)

A smaller percentage of persons attending University (3.4% compared to 4.9%)

Emerging groups

From 2006 to 2011, City of Gosnells's population aged 15 years and over increased by 15,006 people (+16.4%). This

represents an average annual change of 3.08% per year over the period.

The largest changes in the number of people attending education institutions in the City of Gosnells, between 2006

and 2011 were in those who nominated:

University (+1,219 persons)

Primary school (+1,120 persons)

TAFE (+788 persons)

Primary - Government (+787 persons)

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The City of Gosnells's disability statistics relate directly to need for assistance due to a severe or profound disability.

The information may be used in the planning of local facilities, services such as day-care and occasional care and in

the provision of information and support to carers. The City of Gosnells's disability statistics help in understanding the

prevalence of people who need support in the community, and along with information on Unpaid Care to a person with

a disability, how that support is provided.

Please note: A person's reported need for assistance is based on a subjective assessment and should therefore be

treated with caution. See the specific data notes for further detail.

Need for assistance

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number

% of total agegroup Greater Perth Number

% of total agegroup Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

0 to 4 93 1.2 0.9 79 1.2 0.8 +14

5 to 9 192 2.6 2.2 142 2.1 1.9 +50

10 to 19 278 1.8 1.7 265 1.9 1.5 +13

20 to 59 1,125 1.9 1.6 1,048 2.0 1.8 +77

60 to 64 273 5.1 4.7 234 5.9 4.6 +39

65 to 69 271 7.3 5.8 157 5.4 5.3 +114

70 to 74 283 9.9 8.5 180 8.5 8.1 +103

75 to 79 295 15.7 14.1 270 16.0 14.3 +25

80 to 84 327 23.7 24.4 316 28.4 25.7 +11

85 and over 449 42.9 45.3 396 47.4 48.0 +53

Total persons needing

assistance

3,586 3.4 3.6 3,087 3.4 3.6 +499

Need for assistance with core activities


Assistance needed by agegroup (years) Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Total persons needing

assistance

3,586 3.4 3.6 3,087 3.4 3.6 +499

Total persons not needing

assistance

95,417 89.5 90.4 82,298 89.9 89.5 +13,119

Not stated 7,581 7.1 6.1 6,194 6.8 6.9 +1,387

Total population 106,584 100.0 100.0 91,579 100.0 100.0 +15,005


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the need for assistance of persons in the City of Gosnells compared to Greater Perth shows that there

was a similar proportion of persons who reported needing assistance with core activities.

Overall, 3.4% of the population reported needing assistance with core activities, compared with 3.6% for Greater

Perth.

The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance in the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth

were:




A smaller percentage of persons aged 85 and over (42.9% compared to 45.3%)

Emerging groups

The major differences in the age groups reporting a need for assistance between 2006 and 2011 in the City of

Gosnells were in the age groups:

65 to 69 (+114 persons)

70 to 74 (+103 persons)

20 to 59 (+77 persons)

85 and over (+53 persons)

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The City of Gosnells's employment statistics are an important indicator of socio-economic status. The levels of full or

part-time employment, unemployment and labour force participation indicate the strength of the local economy and

social characteristics of the population. Employment status is linked to a number of factors including Age Structure,

which influences the number of people in the workforce; the economic base and employment opportunities available

in the area and; the education and skill base of the population (Occupations, Industries, Qualifications).

Employment status

Employment status


Employment status Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Employed 51,076 94.6 95.2 43,951 96.2 96.3 +7,125

Employed full-time 33,225 61.5 60.2 28,668 62.7 60.9 +4,557

Employed part-time 16,626 30.8 33.1 13,826 30.3 32.8 +2,800

Hours worked not stated 1,225 2.3 1.9 1,457 3.2 2.7 -232

Unemployed 2,941 5.4 4.8 1,741 3.8 3.7 +1,200

Looking for full-time work 1,797 3.3 2.7 1,053 2.3 2.1 +744

Looking for part-time work 1,144 2.1 2.0 688 1.5 1.6 +456

Total Labour Force 54,017 100.0 100.0 45,692 100.0 100.0 +8,325

Labour force status


Labour force status Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Total Labour force 54,017 64.3 64.5 45,692 64.0 62.2 +8,325

Not in the labour force 24,807 29.5 29.6 21,601 30.3 31.0 +3,206

Labour force status not stated 5,166 6.2 5.9 4,084 5.7 6.7 +1,082



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Dominant groups

The size of the City of Gosnells's labour force in 2011 was 54,017 persons, of which 16,626 were employed part-time

and 33,225 were full time workers.

Analysis of the employment status (as a percentage of the labour force) in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to

Greater Perth shows that there was a lower proportion in employment, and a higher proportion unemployed. Overall,

94.6% of the labour force was employed (60.8% of the population aged 15+), and 5.4% unemployed (3.5% of the

population aged 15+), compared with 95.2% and 4.8% respectively for Greater Perth.

The labour force participation rate refers to the proportion of the population over 15 years of age that was employed

or actively looking for work. "The labour force is a fundamental input to domestic production. Its size and composition

are therefore crucial factors in economic growth. From the viewpoint of social development, earnings from paid work

are a major influence on levels of economic well-being." (Australian Social Trends 1995).

Analysis of the labour force participation rate of the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 shows that there was a

similar proportion in the labour force (64.3%) compared with Greater Perth (64.5%).

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011, the number of people employed in the City of Gosnells showed an increase of 7,125

persons and the number unemployed showed an increase of 1,200 persons. In the same period, the number of

people in the labour force showed an increase of 8,325 persons, or 18.2%.

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The City of Gosnells’s industry statistics identify the industry sectors in which the residents work (which may be withinthe residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the skill base and socio-economic status of the residents

as well as the industries and employment opportunities present in the region.

When viewed in conjunction with Residents Place of Work data and Method of Travel to Work, industry sector

statistics provide insights into the relationship between the economic and residential role of the area.

Industry sectors of employment

Industry sector of employment


Industry sector Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Agriculture, Forestry and

Fishing

210 0.4 0.6 241 0.5 0.8 -31

Mining 1,927 3.8 4.8 1,097 2.5 3.2 +830

Manufacturing 5,852 11.5 8.5 5,672 12.9 9.9 +180

Electricity, Gas, Water and

Waste Services

633 1.2 1.1 493 1.1 1.0 +140

Construction 4,951 9.7 10.0 4,145 9.4 9.1 +806

Retail Trade 5,773 11.3 10.4 5,628 12.8 11.4 +145

Wholesale trade 2,676 5.2 3.9 2,435 5.5 4.3 +241

Accommodation and Food

Services

2,779 5.4 5.8 2,255 5.1 5.8 +524

Transport, Postal and

Warehousing

3,496 6.8 4.4 2,835 6.5 4.2 +661

Information Media and

Telecommunications

507 1.0 1.2 589 1.3 1.5 -82

Financial and Insurance

Services

1,237 2.4 2.9 1,166 2.7 3.4 +71

Rental, Hiring and Real

Estate Services

799 1.6 1.8 799 1.8 2.0 0

Professional, Scientific and

Technical Services

2,961 5.8 8.3 2,044 4.7 7.3 +917

Administrative and Support

Services

1,617 3.2 3.2 1,483 3.4 3.4 +134

Public Administration and

Safety

3,124 6.1 6.4 2,762 6.3 6.5 +362

Education and Training 3,239 6.3 8.1 2,462 5.6 7.8 +777

Health Care and Social

Assistance

5,039 9.9 10.9 4,125 9.4 10.6 +914

Arts and Recreation Services 653 1.3 1.5 452 1.0 1.4 +201

Other Services 2,315 4.5 3.9 1,989 4.5 3.9 +326

Inadequately described or

not stated

1,289 2.5 2.2 1,277 2.9 2.7 +12

Total employed persons

aged 15+

51,077 100.0 100.0 43,949 100.0 100.0 +7,128


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The City of Gosnells's occupation statistics quantify the occupations in which the residents work (which may be within

the residing area or elsewhere). This will be influenced by the economic base and employment opportunities available

in the area, education levels, and the working and social aspirations of the population. When viewed with other

indicators, such as Educational Qualifications and Individual Income, Occupation is a key measure for evaluating the

City of Gosnells's socio-economic status and skill base.

Occupations of employment

Occupation of employment


Occupation Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Managers 4,487 8.8 11.4 3,761 8.6 11.2 +726

Professionals 7,281 14.3 21.7 5,126 11.7 20.3 +2,155

Technicians and Trades

Workers

9,349 18.3 16.1 8,158 18.6 16.1 +1,191

Community and Personal

Service Workers

4,898 9.6 9.7 4,087 9.3 9.1 +811

Clerical and Administrative

Workers

8,450 16.5 15.3 7,410 16.9 15.6 +1,040

Sales Workers 4,723 9.2 9.0 4,521 10.3 9.9 +202

Machinery Operators And

Drivers

5,260 10.3 6.6 4,574 10.4 6.5 +686

Labourers 5,802 11.4 8.8 5,588 12.7 9.9 +214

Inadequately described 827 1.6 1.4 724 1.6 1.5 +103


aged 15+

51,077 100.0 100.0 43,949 100.0 100.0 +7,128


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Dominant groups

An analysis of the jobs held by the resident population in City of Gosnells in 2011 shows the three most popular

occupations were:

Technicians and Trades Workers (9,349 people or 18.3%)

Clerical and Administrative Workers (8,450 people or 16.5%)

Professionals (7,281 people or 14.3%)

In combination these three occupations accounted for 25,080 people in total or 49.1% of the employed resident

population.

In comparison, Greater Perth employed 16.1% in Technicians and Trades Workers; 15.3% in Clerical and

Administrative Workers; and 21.7% in Professionals.

The major differences between the jobs held by the population of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons employed as Machinery Operators And Drivers (10.3% compared to 6.6%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Labourers (11.4% compared to 8.8%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Technicians and Trades Workers (18.3% compared to 16.1%)

A larger percentage of persons employed as Clerical and Administrative Workers (16.5% compared to 15.3%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in City of Gosnells increased by 7,128 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the occupations of residents between 2006 and 2011 in the City of Gosnells were for those

employed as:

Professionals (+2,155 persons)

Technicians and Trades Workers (+1,191 persons)

Clerical and Administrative Workers (+1,040 persons)

Community and Personal Service Workers (+811 persons)

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The City of Gosnells's commuting statistics reveal the main modes of transport by which residents get to work. There

are a number of reasons why people use different modes of transport to get to work including the availability of

affordable and effective public transport options, the number of motor vehicles available within a household, and the

distance travelled to work.

Commuting data is very useful in transport planning as it informs decision-makers about the availability, effectiveness

and utilisation of local transport options, particularly when analysed with Residents Place of Work data and Car

Ownership.

Method of travel to work

Method of travel to work


Main method of travel Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Train 3,853 7.7 6.7 2,418 5.6 4.1 +1,435

Bus 960 1.9 3.7 1,089 2.5 4.1 -129

Tram or Ferry 13 0.0 0.0 12 0.0 0.0 +1

Taxi 92 0.2 0.2 48 0.1 0.2 +44

Car - as driver 32,899 65.7 62.2 28,461 65.9 63.0 +4,438

Car - as passenger 2,957 5.9 5.3 2,721 6.3 5.8 +236

Truck 507 1.0 0.8 577 1.3 1.0 -70

Motorbike 241 0.5 0.6 217 0.5 0.6 +24

Bicycle 310 0.6 1.1 269 0.6 1.0 +41

Walked only 515 1.0 2.2 398 0.9 2.0 +117

Other 725 1.4 1.5 416 1.0 1.1 +309

Worked at home 1,190 2.4 3.5 1,083 2.5 3.6 +107

Did not go to work 5,088 10.2 10.9 4,635 10.7 11.6 +453

Not stated 733 1.5 1.3 863 2.0 1.7 -130


aged 15+

50,083 100.0 100.0 43,207 100.0 100.0 +6,876


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Change in method of travel to work, 2006 to 2011

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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 4,826 people who caught public transport to work (train, bus, tram or ferry) in City of Gosnells,

compared with 36,604 who drove in private vehicles (car – as driver, car – as passenger, motorbike, or truck).

Analysis of the method of travel to work of the residents in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth

shows that 9.6% used public transport, while 73.1% used a private vehicle, compared with 10.4% and 68.9%

respectively in Greater Perth.

The major differences between the method of travel to work of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of persons who travelled by car (as driver) (65.7% compared to 62.2%)

A larger percentage of persons who travelled by train (7.7% compared to 6.7%)

A smaller percentage of persons who travelled by bus (1.9% compared to 3.7%)

A smaller percentage of persons who walked only (1.0% compared to 2.2%)

Emerging groups

The number of employed people in City of Gosnells increased by 6,876 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the method of travel to work by resident population in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and

2011 were for those nominated:

Car - as driver (+4,438 persons)

Train (+1,435 persons)

Did not go to work (+453 persons)

Other (+309 persons)

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The voluntary work sector is an important part of Australia's economy. The level of volunteering can indicate the

cohesiveness of the community and how readily individuals are able to contribute to that community. Factors

impacting on the level of volunteering in the City of Gosnells include the Age Structure of the population, the level of

Proficiency in English, Income and Education levels.

Volunteer work

Voluntary work


Volunteer status Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Volunteer 10,268 12.2 15.6 8,193 11.5 15.1 +2,075

Not a volunteer 65,729 78.3 76.2 56,435 79.1 75.3 +9,294

Volunteer work not stated 7,993 9.5 8.2 6,750 9.5 9.5 +1,243



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the voluntary work performed by the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth

shows that there was a lower proportion of persons who volunteered for an organisation or group.

Overall, 12.2% of the population reported performing voluntary work, compared with 15.6% for Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

The number of volunteers in City of Gosnells increased by 2,075 people between 2006 and 2011.

Change in voluntary work, 2006 to 2011


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The proportion of people providing unpaid care for the aged and disabled in the City of Gosnells can be an important

indicator of the level of demand for aged care services and facilities by local and state governments. An increasing

proportion of carers among the population may indicate inadequate aged care provision, or the need for in-home

support, or support for the carers themselves. The level of care provided by individuals is likely to be affected by

Household Income, Age Structure and the ethnic makeup of the community (Language Spoken), as well as the sense

of community cohesiveness.

Unpaid care

Unpaid care


Assistance to a person witha disability, long termillness or old age Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Provided unpaid assistance 7,749 9.2 9.4 6,336 8.9 9.1 +1,413

No unpaid assistance

provided

68,097 81.1 82.1 57,825 81.0 80.9 +10,272

Not stated 8,145 9.7 8.5 7,217 10.1 10.0 +928



Unpaid care, 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the unpaid care provided by the population in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth

shows that there was a similar proportion of persons who provided unpaid care either to family members or others.

Overall, 9.2% of the population provided unpaid care, compared with 9.4% for Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

The number of people who provided unpaid assistance to a person with a disability, long term illness or old age in the

City of Gosnells increased by 1,413 people between 2006 and 2011.

Change in unpaid care, 2006 to 2011


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Individual Income statistics are an indicator of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Household

Income, Educational Qualifications and Occupation, they help tell the story of the economic opportunities and socio-

economic status of the City of Gosnells. The amount of income an individual receives is linked to a number of factors

including employment status, age (as for instance students and retirees often receive a lower income), qualifications

and type of employment.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Individual Income Quartiles.

Individual income

Weekly individual gross income

City of Gosnells 2011Weekly income Number % Greater Perth

Negative Income/ Nil income 7,610 9.1 8.7

$1-$199 6,316 7.5 7.2

$200-$299 7,704 9.2 8.5

$300-$399 6,876 8.2 8.3

$400-$599 8,673 10.3 10.2

$600-$799 8,641 10.3 9.1

$800-$999 7,704 9.2 8.0

$1000-$1249 7,852 9.3 8.6

$1250-$1499 5,350 6.4 6.4

$1500-$1999 5,580 6.6 8.0

$2000 or more 4,084 4.9 9.1

Not stated 7,600 9.0 7.9

Total persons aged 15+ 83,990 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of individual income levels in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that there was a

lower proportion of persons earning a high income (those earning $1,500 per week or more) and a higher proportion

of low income persons (those earning less than $400 per week).

Overall, 11.5% of the population earned a high income, and 33.9% earned a low income, compared with 17.1% and

32.7% respectively for Greater Perth.

The major differences between the City of Gosnells's individual incomes and Greater Perth's individual incomes were:

A larger percentage of persons who earned $600-$799 (10.3% compared to 9.1%)



A smaller percentage of persons who earned $2000 or more (4.9% compared to 9.1%)

Weekly individual gross income, 2011


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Households form the common 'economic unit' in our society. The City of Gosnells's Household Income is one of the

most important indicators of socio-economic status. With other data sources, such as Educational Qualifications and

Occupation, it helps to reveal the economic opportunities and socio-economic status of the City of Gosnells. It is

important to note that income data is not necessarily a measure of wealth. For example, if an area has a large

number of retirees this will produce a higher proportion of households with low income but the retirees may have large

capital wealth. For this reason, household income should be viewed in conjunction with Age and Household

Composition.

The incomes presented on this page are for the latest Census year only. For comparison of incomes over time, go to

Household Income Quartiles.

Household income

Weekly household income

City of Gosnells 2011Weekly income Number % Greater Perth

Negative Income/Nil Income 428 1.2 1.3

$1-$199 471 1.3 1.3

$200-$299 708 1.9 2.2

$300-$399 1,807 5.0 5.3

$400-$599 2,821 7.8 7.7

$600-$799 2,713 7.5 6.8

$800-$999 2,669 7.3 6.7

$1000-$1249 2,968 8.2 7.0

$1250-$1499 2,829 7.8 6.8

$1500-$1999 4,580 12.6 11.3

$2000-$2499 3,654 10.1 8.4

$2500-$2999 2,900 8.0 10.2

$3000-$3499 1,684 4.6 5.7

$3500-$3999 740 2.0 2.8

$4000-$4999 557 1.5 2.3

$5000 or more 352 1.0 2.1

Not stated 4,445 12.2 12.2

Total households 36,326 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of household income levels in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that there was

a smaller proportion of high income households (those earning $2,500 per week or more) and a lower proportion of

low income households (those earning less than $600 per week).

Overall, 17.2% of the households earned a high income, and 17.2% were low income households, compared with

23.1% and 17.9% respectively for Greater Perth.

The major differences between the household incomes of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of households who earned $2000-$2499 (10.1% compared to 8.4%)




Weekly household income, 2011


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The City of Gosnells's household and family structure is one of the most important demographic indicators. It reveals

the area's residential role and function, era of settlement and provides key insights into the level of demand for

services and facilities as most are related to age and household types.

To continue building the story, the City of Gosnells's Household Summary should be viewed in conjunction with

Households with Children, Households without Children, Household Size, Age Structure and Dwelling Type.

Households summary

Household types


Households by type Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Couples with children 13,450 35.6 31.6 11,785 35.5 30.7 +1,665

Couples without children 9,106 24.1 25.7 8,072 24.3 25.1 +1,034

One parent families 4,478 11.8 9.9 4,049 12.2 10.1 +429

Other families 583 1.5 1.4 448 1.3 1.3 +135

Group household 1,261 3.3 4.0 902 2.7 3.6 +359

Lone person 7,221 19.1 22.4 6,525 19.7 23.6 +696

Other not classifiable

household

1,483 3.9 3.9 1,239 3.7 4.7 +244

Visitor only households 229 0.6 1.1 179 0.5 0.9 +50

Total households 37,811 100.0 100.0 33,199 100.0 100.0 +4,612


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the household/family types in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that there

was a higher proportion of couple families with child(ren) as well as a higher proportion of one-parent families.

Overall, 35.6% of total families were couple families with child(ren), and 11.8% were one-parent families, compared

with 31.6% and 9.9% respectively for Greater Perth.

There were a lower proportion of lone person households and a lower proportion of couples without children. Overall,

the proportion of lone person households was 19.1% compared to 22.4% in Greater Perth while the proportion of

couples without children was 24.1% compared to 25.7% in Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

The number of households in City of Gosnells increased by 4,612 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in family/household types in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were:

Couples with children (+1,665 households)

Couples without children (+1,034 households)

Lone person (+696 households)

One parent families (+429 households)

Change in household types, 2006 to 2011


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The size of households in general follows the life-cycle of families. Households are usually small at the stage of

relationship formation (early marriage), and then increase in size with the advent of children. They later reduce in size

again as these children reach adulthood and leave home. Household size can also be influenced by a lack (or

abundance) of affordable housing. Overseas migrants and indigenous persons often have a tradition of living with

extended family members which significantly affects household size.

Household size in Australia has declined since the 1970s but between 2006 and 2011, the average household size

remained stable for the nation as a whole.

An increasing household size in an area may indicate a lack of affordable housing opportunities for young people, an

increase in the birth rate or an increase in family formation in the area. A declining household size may indicate

children leaving the area when they leave home, an increase in retirees settling in the area, or an attraction of young

singles and couples to the area.

For greater insight, the City of Gosnells's Household Size data should be viewed in conjunction with Household

Summary, Age Structure, Dwelling Type, Household Income and Language Spoken at Home.

Household size

Household size


Number of persons usuallyresident Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

1 person 7,217 20.0 23.6 6,528 20.5 25.0 +689

2 persons 11,515 31.9 34.0 10,448 32.9 34.3 +1,067

3 persons 6,474 17.9 16.3 5,575 17.5 15.6 +899

4 persons 6,434 17.8 16.5 5,571 17.5 15.9 +863

5 persons 2,778 7.7 6.6 2,413 7.6 6.5 +365

6 or more persons 1,682 4.7 2.9 1,241 3.9 2.7 +441

Total classifiable households 36,100 100.0 100.0 31,776 100.0 100.0 +4,324


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Household size, 2011


Change in household size, 2006 to 2011


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of Gosnells compared with Greater

Perth shows that there were a lower proportion of lone person households, and a higher proportion of larger

households (those with 4 persons or more). Overall there were 20.0% of lone person households, and 30.2% of

larger households, compared with 23.6% and 26.0% respectively for Greater Perth.

The major differences in the household size for the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of households with 6 or more persons usually resident (4.7% compared to 2.9%)

A larger percentage of households with 3 persons usually resident (17.9% compared to 16.3%)



Emerging groups

The number of households in City of Gosnells increased by 4,324 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the number of persons usually resident in a household in the City of Gosnells between 2006

and 2011 were:

2 persons (+1,067 households)

3 persons (+899 households)

4 persons (+863 households)

1 person (+689 households)

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Dwelling Type is an important determinant of the City of Gosnells's residential role and function. A greater

concentration of higher density dwellings is likely to attract more young adults and smaller households, often renting.

Larger, detached or separate dwellings are more likely to attract families and prospective families. The residential

built form often reflects market opportunities or planning policy, such as building denser forms of housing around

public transport nodes or employment centres.

Dwelling Type statistics should be viewed in conjunction with Household size, Household Types, Housing Tenure and

Age Structure for a more complete picture of the housing market in the City of Gosnells.

Dwelling type

Dwelling structure


Dwelling type Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Separate house 36,495 90.5 76.7 32,057 90.9 77.4 +4,438

Medium density 3,624 9.0 17.9 3,020 8.6 17.8 +604

High density 47 0.1 4.8 69 0.2 4.1 -22

Caravans, cabin, houseboat 116 0.3 0.4 102 0.3 0.5 +14

Other 47 0.1 0.1 20 0.1 0.1 +27

Not stated 18 0.0 0.1 3 0.0 0.1 +15

Total Private Dwellings 40,347 100.0 100.0 35,271 100.0 100.0 +5,076

Dwelling type


Dwelling type Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Occupied private dwellings 37,812 93.7 90.8 33,200 94.1 91.3 +4,612

Unoccupied private

dwellings

2,534 6.3 9.1 2,069 5.9 8.6 +465

Non private dwellings 17 0.0 0.1 10 0.0 0.1 +7

Total Dwellings 40,363 100.0 100.0 35,279 100.0 100.0 +5,084


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Dominant groups

In 2011, there were 36,495 separate houses in the area, 3,624 medium density dwellings, and 47 high density

dwellings.

Analysis of the types of dwellings in the City of Gosnells in 2011 shows that 90.5% of all dwellings were separate

houses; 9.0% were medium density dwellings, and 0.1% were high density dwellings, compared with 76.7%, 17.9%,

and 4.8% in the Greater Perth respectively.

In 2011, a total of 93.7% of the dwellings in the City of Gosnells were occupied on Census night, compared to 90.8%

in Greater Perth. The proportion of unoccupied dwellings was 6.3%, which is smaller compared to that found in

Greater Perth (9.1%).

Emerging groups

The total number of dwellings in the City of Gosnells increased by 5,084 between 2006 and 2011.

The largest changes in the type of dwellings found in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were:

Separate house (+4,438 dwellings)

Medium density (+604 dwellings)

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The Number of Bedrooms in a dwelling is an indicator of the size of dwellings, and when combined with dwelling type

information, provides insight into the role the City of Gosnells plays in the housing market. For example, an area of

high density dwellings that are predominantly 1-2 bedroom are likely to attract students, single workers and young

couples, whereas a high density area with dwellings that are predominantly 2-3 bedroom may attract more empty

nesters and some families.

In combination with Household type and Household size, the Number of Bedrooms can also indicate issues around

housing affordability, overcrowding and other socio-economic factors.

Number of bedrooms per dwelling

Number of bedrooms per dwelling


Number of bedrooms Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

0 or 1 bedrooms 582 1.5 3.6 480 1.4 3.5 +102

2 bedrooms 2,145 5.7 12.6 1,841 5.5 13.0 +304

3 bedrooms 15,009 39.7 36.7 13,577 40.9 37.7 +1,432

4 bedrooms 16,208 42.9 36.0 13,881 41.8 33.9 +2,327

5 bedrooms or more 1,808 4.8 5.5 1,628 4.9 5.4 +180

Not stated 2,058 5.4 5.5 1,792 5.4 6.5 +266



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the number of bedrooms in dwellings in City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

there was a lower proportion of dwellings with 1 and 2 bedrooms, and a higher proportion of dwellings with 4 or more

bedrooms.

Overall, 7.2% of households were in 1-2 bedroom dwellings, and 47.6% of 4-plus bedroom dwellings, compared with

16.2% and 41.6% for Greater Perth respectively.

The major differences between the number of bedrooms per dwelling of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of 4 bedroom dwellings (42.9% compared to 36.0%)

A larger percentage of 3 bedroom dwellings (39.7% compared to 36.7%)

A smaller percentage of 2 bedroom dwellings (5.7% compared to 12.6%)

A smaller percentage of dwellings with no bedrooms (includes bedsitters) (1.5% compared to 3.6%)

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the number of bedrooms per dwelling in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were:

4 bedrooms (+2,327 dwellings)

3 bedrooms (+1,432 dwellings)

2 bedrooms (+304 dwellings)

5 bedrooms or more (+180 dwellings)

Change in number of bedrooms per dwelling, 2006 to 2011


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A fast Internet Connection is increasingly required for accessing essential information and undertaking domestic and

non-domestic business. Households with dial-up or no internet service are being left behind in the digital divide' as

both government and the private sector are increasingly conducting their business, or aspects of it, on-line.

Internet connectivity in the City of Gosnells can be affected by availability of connection, Education, Household

Income and Age Structure.

Internet connection

Type of internet connection


Connection type Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Total internet connection 28,575 75.6 77.0 19,635 59.1 61.6 +8,940

Broadband connection 25,830 68.3 70.1 12,016 36.2 40.7 +13,814

Dial-up connection 1,208 3.2 2.9 7,440 22.4 20.3 -6,232

Other connection 1,537 4.1 4.0 179 0.5 0.6 +1,358

No internet connection 6,438 17.0 15.8 11,375 34.3 30.8 -4,937

Not stated 2,799 7.4 7.1 2,190 6.6 7.6 +609



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the type of internet connection of households in the City of Gosnells compared to Greater Perth shows

that there was a higher proportion of households with either no internet connection or a dial up connection, and a

lower proportion of households with broadband connectivity.

Overall 20.2% of households had no internet connection or a dial up connection, and 68.3% had broadband

connectivity, compared with 18.7% and 70.1% respectively in Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

Between 2006 and 2011 the number of households with an internet connection increased by 8,940.

The largest changes in the internet connectivity in the City of Gosnells, between 2006 and 2011 were:

Broadband connection (+13,814 households)

Total internet connection (+8,940 households)

Dial-up connection (-6,232 households)

Change in type of internet connection, 2006 to 2011


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The ability of the population to access services and employment is strongly influenced by access to transport. The

number of motor vehicles per household in the City of Gosnells quantifies access to private transport and will be

influenced by Age Structure and Household Type, which determine the number of adults present; access to Public

Transport; distance to shops, services, employment and education; and Household Income. Depending on these

factors, car ownership can be seen as a measure of advantage or disadvantage, or a neutral socio-economic

measure, which impacts on the environment and quality of life.

Number of cars per household

Car ownership


Number of cars Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

No motor vehicles 1,808 4.8 6.0 1,717 5.2 6.8 +91

1 motor vehicle 11,368 30.1 32.0 10,358 31.2 33.2 +1,010

2 motor vehicles 14,263 37.7 37.1 12,594 37.9 35.9 +1,669

3 or more motor vehicles 7,883 20.8 18.4 6,250 18.8 16.3 +1,633

Not stated 2,490 6.6 6.5 2,279 6.9 7.9 +211



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the car ownership of the households in the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

88.6% of the households owned at least one car, while 4.8% did not, compared with 87.5% and 6.0% respectively in

Greater Perth.

Of those that owned at least one vehicle, there was a smaller proportion who owned just one car; a larger proportion

who owned two cars; and a larger proportion who owned three cars or more.

Overall, 30.1% of the households owned one car; 37.7% owned two cars; and 20.8% owned three cars or more,

compared with 32.0%; 37.1% and 18.4% respectively for Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in the household car ownership in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011 were:

2 motor vehicles (+1,669 households)

3 or more motor vehicles (+1,633 households)

1 motor vehicle (+1,010 households)

No motor vehicles (+91 households)

Change in car ownership, 2006 to 2011


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The City of Gosnells's Housing Tenure data provides insights into its socio-economic status as well as the role it plays

in the housing market. For example, a high concentration of private renters may indicate a transient area attractive to

young singles and couples, while a concentration of home owners indicates a more settled area with mature families

and empty-nester Household Summary. Tenure can also reflect built form (Dwelling Type), with a significantly higher

share of renters in high density housing and a substantially larger proportion of home-owners in separate houses,

although this is not always the case.

In conjunction with other socio-economic status indicators in the City of Gosnells, Tenure data is useful for analysing

housing markets, housing affordability and identifying public housing areas.

Housing tenure

Housing tenure


Tenure type Number % Greater Perth Number % Greater Perth 2006 to 2011

Fully owned 9,656 25.5 28.1 8,665 26.1 29.8 +991

Mortgage 17,113 45.3 38.0 15,479 46.6 37.3 +1,634

Renting 8,263 21.9 26.7 6,627 20.0 24.7 +1,636

Renting - Social housing 1,165 3.1 3.6 1,089 3.3 3.7 +76

Renting - Private 6,928 18.3 22.6 5,351 16.1 20.4 +1,577

Renting - Not stated 170 0.4 0.5 187 0.6 0.6 -17

Other tenure type 451 1.2 1.1 373 1.1 1.0 +78

Not stated 2,328 6.2 6.1 2,055 6.2 7.2 +273



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Dominant groups

Analysis of the housing tenure of the population of the City of Gosnells in 2011 compared to Greater Perth shows that

there was a smaller proportion of households who owned their dwelling; a larger proportion purchasing their dwelling;

and a smaller proportion who were renters.

Overall, 25.5% of the population owned their dwelling; 45.3% were purchasing, and 21.9% were renting, compared

with 28.1%, 38.0% and 26.7% respectively for Greater Perth.

Emerging groups

The largest changes in housing tenure categories for the households in the City of Gosnells between 2006 and 2011

were:

Mortgage (+1,634 persons)

Renting - Private (+1,577 persons)

Fully owned (+991 persons)

Other tenure type (+78 persons)

The total number of households in City of Gosnells increased by 4,612 between 2006 and 2011.

Change in housing tenure, 2006 to 2011


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Mortgage repayments are directly related to house prices in the City of Gosnells, length of occupancy and the level of

equity of home owners. When viewed with Household Income data it may also indicate the level of housing stress

households in the community are under. In mortgage belt areas it is expected that households will be paying a higher

proportion of their income on their housing compared to well-established areas. First home buyer areas are also likely

to have larger mortgages than upgrader areas where households move in with equity from elsewhere.

Mortgage payment levels are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of mortgage

payments over time, go to Housing Loan Quartiles.

Housing loan repayments

Monthly housing loan repayments

City of Gosnells 2011Monthly repayment amount Number % Greater Perth

Nil repayments 278 1.6 2.2

$1-$149 97 0.6 0.7

$150-$299 196 1.1 1.0

$300-$449 355 2.1 2.0

$450-$599 343 2.0 1.8

$600-$799 724 4.2 3.6

$800-$999 984 5.8 4.4

$1000-$1199 1,128 6.6 5.7

$1200-$1399 1,379 8.1 6.3

$1400-$1599 1,224 7.2 6.2

$1600-$1799 1,434 8.4 6.9

$1800-$1999 1,067 6.2 5.4

$2000-$2199 1,780 10.4 9.6

$2200-$2399 926 5.4 5.0

$2400-$2599 762 4.5 4.6

$2600-$2999 1,595 9.3 9.5

$3000-$3999 1,486 8.7 12.2

$4000-$4999 378 2.2 4.3

$5000 and over 227 1.3 3.7

Not stated 749 4.4 4.8

Total households with a mortgage 17,112 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the monthly housing loan repayments of households in the City of Gosnells compared to Greater Perth

shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high mortgage repayments ($2,600 per month or

more), and a larger proportion of households with low mortgage repayments (less than $1000 per month).

Overall, 21.5% of households were paying high mortgage repayments, and 17.4% were paying low repayments,

compared with 29.7% and 15.8% respectively in Greater Perth.

The major differences between the household loan repayments of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of $1200-$1399 (8.1% compared to 6.3%)



A smaller percentage of $3000-$3999 (8.7% compared to 12.2%)

Monthly housing loan repayments, 2011


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Rental payments can be a better measure of the cost of housing in the City of Gosnells than mortgage repayments

because they are not contingent on length of occupancy or equity in the dwelling.

High rental payments may indicate desirable areas with mobile populations who prefer to rent, or a housing shortage,

or gentrification. Low rental payments may indicate public housing (check Tenure Type), or areas where low income

households move by necessity for a lower cost of living.

Rental payments are not directly comparable over time because of inflation. For comparison of rental payments over

time, go to Housing Rental Quartiles.

Housing rental payments

Weekly housing rental payments

City of Gosnells 2011Weekly rental amount Number % Greater Perth

Nil 220 2.7 3.1

$1 - $74 157 1.9 2.4

$75 - $99 259 3.1 3.9

$100 - $124 263 3.2 2.6

$125 - $149 248 3.0 2.6

$150 - $174 294 3.6 3.0

$175 - $199 179 2.2 2.2

$200 - $224 398 4.8 4.4

$225 - $249 203 2.5 2.9

$250 - $274 513 6.2 6.3

$275 - $299 495 6.0 5.1

$300 - $324 1,301 15.7 11.3

$325 - $349 638 7.7 6.3

$350 - $374 878 10.6 10.7

$375 - $399 400 4.8 5.4

$400 - $424 583 7.1 7.0

$425 - $449 271 3.3 2.5

$450 - $549 523 6.3 8.2

$550 - $649 59 0.7 2.9

$650 - $749 14 0.2 1.3

$750 - $849 12 0.1 0.8

$850 - $949 7 0.1 0.4

$950+ 39 0.5 1.2

Rent Not stated 309 3.7 3.3

Total households renting 8,263 100.0 100.0


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Dominant groups

Analysis of the weekly housing rental payments of households in the City of Gosnells compared to Greater Perth

shows that there was a smaller proportion of households paying high rental payments ($400 per week or more), as

well as a smaller proportion of households with low rental payments (less than $150 per week).

Overall, 18.2% of households were paying high rental payments, and 13.9% were paying low payments, compared

with 24.3% and 14.7% respectively in Greater Perth.

The major differences between the housing rental payments of the City of Gosnells and Greater Perth were:

A larger percentage of $325 - $349 (7.7% compared to 6.3%)

A smaller percentage of $550 - $649 (0.7% compared to 2.9%)



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The City of Gosnells SEIFA Index of Disadvantage measures the relative level of socio-economic disadvantage

based on a range of Census characteristics. It is a good place to start to get a general view of the relative level

of disadvantage in one area compared to others and is used to advocate for an area based on its level of

disadvantage.

The index is derived from attributes that reflect disadvantage such as low income, low educational attainment,

high unemployment, and jobs in relatively unskilled occupations. When targeting services to disadvantaged

communities, it is important to also look at these underlying characteristics as they can differ markedly between

areas with similar SEIFA scores and shed light on the type of disadvantage being experienced.

A higher score on the index means a lower level of disadvantage. A lower score on the index means a higher

level of disadvantage.

SEIFA by Local Government Area SEIFA by small areas

SEIFA - disadvantage

Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage

Local Government Areas in Western Australia

Local Government Area 2011 index

Peppermint Grove (S) 1,126.5

Cambridge (T) 1,117.2

Cottesloe (T) 1,116.3

Nedlands (C) 1,115.4

Claremont (T) 1,095.3

East Fremantle (T) 1,088.5

Joondalup (C) 1,082.4

Subiaco (C) 1,076.9

Melville (C) 1,076.6

Kent (S) 1,066.5

Mosman Park (T) 1,065.7

Narrogin (S) 1,065.3

South Perth (C) 1,065.0

Perth (C) 1,062.7

Roebourne (S) 1,059.8

Vincent (T) 1,058.5

Ashburton (S) 1,057.3

Mundaring (S) 1,052.4

Kalamunda (S) 1,050.3

Mount Marshall (S) 1,048.1

Serpentine-Jarrahdale (S) 1,047.2

Capel (S) 1,044.5

Lake Grace (S) 1,042.0

Wandering (S) 1,041.1

Chittering (S) 1,039.5

Jerramungup (S) 1,037.0

West Arthur (S) 1,036.0

Cockburn (C) 1,034.6

Canning (C) 1,034.2

Port Hedland (T) 1,032.9

Williams (S) 1,032.8

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Perenjori (S) 1,031.4

Dalwallinu (S) 1,031.0

Dardanup (S) 1,028.4

Stirling (C) 1,028.3

Ravensthorpe (S) 1,025.6

Exmouth (S) 1,025.6

Wanneroo (C) 1,025.5

Boddington (S) 1,025.4

Augusta-Margaret River (S) 1,025.1

Chapman Valley (S) 1,022.6

Victoria Park (T) 1,020.6

Bayswater (C) 1,020.3

Mukinbudin (S) 1,019.6

Dumbleyung (S) 1,018.3

Victoria Plains (S) 1,017.1

Kalgoorlie/Boulder (C) 1,015.3

Harvey (S) 1,014.1

Rockingham (C) 1,012.0

Kulin (S) 1,010.8

Busselton (S) 1,010.7

Swan (C) 1,010.6

Fremantle (C) 1,008.8

Woodanilling (S) 1,008.2

Cuballing (S) 1,005.2

Narembeen (S) 1,004.8

Bassendean (T) 1,004.3

Gosnells(C) 1,004.1

Cunderdin (S) 1,003.8

Dandaragan (S) 1,003.0

Carnamah (S) 1,000.4

Denmark (S) 997.7

Donnybrook-Balingup (S) 996.4

Armadale (C) 996.1

Westonia (S) 994.7

Toodyay (S) 994.3

Esperance (S) 993.5

Kondinin (S) 992.5

Gingin (S) 992.1

Kojonup (S) 992.0

Wongan-Ballidu (S) 990.3

Gnowangerup (S) 989.8

Dowerin (S) 989.5

Boyup Brook (S) 988.5

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Corrigin (S) 987.4

Albany (C) 987.4

Tammin (S) 987.3

Belmont (C) 986.8

Moora (S) 986.7

Irwin (S) 986.1

Yilgarn (S) 984.4

Leonora (S) 984.1

Merredin (S) 982.9

York (S) 982.8

Murray (S) 982.1

Bridgetown-Greenbushes (S) 979.3

Koorda (S) 978.7

Geraldton-Greenough (C) 978.5

Nannup (S) 978.1

Mandurah (C) 977.6

Wickepin (S) 977.4

Mingenew (S) 973.7

Goomalling (S) 973.5

Bunbury (C) 973.0

Shark Bay (S) 971.6

Bruce Rock (S) 971.4

Morawa (S) 969.9

Kwinana (T) 968.1

Broomehill-Tambellup (S) 967.1

Nungarin (S) 966.6

Cranbrook (S) 962.3

East Pilbara (S) 962.2

Plantagenet (S) 959.7

Coorow (S) 959.6

Collie (S) 958.2

Northampton (S) 957.9

Manjimup (S) 957.8

Three Springs (S) 957.5

Wagin (S) 956.1

Brookton (S) 954.0

Mullewa (S) 948.6

Waroona (S) 948.5

Coolgardie (S) 947.5

Northam (S) 947.0

Broome (S) 946.7

Wyalkatchem (S) 944.0

Beverley (S) 941.9

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Narrogin (T) 941.5

Trayning (S) 941.5

Sandstone (S) 939.7

Quairading (S) 931.2

Carnarvon (S) 924.3

Yalgoo (S) 914.5

Kellerberrin (S) 910.1

Katanning (S) 908.9

Pingelly (S) 902.8

Dundas (S) 899.3

Wyndham-East Kimberley (S) 889.8

Murchison (S) 883.0

Cue (S) 867.2

Mount Magnet (S) 854.1

Meekatharra (S) 851.6

Wiluna (S) 798.6

Laverton (S) 770.1

Derby-West Kimberley (S) 746.1

Upper Gascoyne (S) 716.8

Menzies (S) 611.8

Ngaanyatjarraku (S) 606.6

Halls Creek (S) 597.6

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2011. Compiled and presented in profile.id by .id, thepopulation experts.

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Demographic change across Australia is recorded by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) in the Census

collections every five years. Population experts, .id, analyse and convert these raw figures into stories of place to

inform council staff, community groups, investors, business, students and the general public.

The City of Gosnells Community Profile provides demographic analysis for the City and its suburbs based on results

from the 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996 and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing. The profile is updated with

population estimates when the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases new figures such as the annual

Estimated Resident Population (ERP).

Suburb boundaries and Census questions change over time, but .id manages the data to ensure that there is an

accurate time series provided for the current geographic boundaries. You can read more about this in the Geography

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Results for the City of Gosnells include population, age structure, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, income, qualifications,

occupations, employment, unemployment, disability, disadvantage, volunteering, childcare, family structure,

household structure, housing tenure, mortgage and rental payments, and the size and type of the dwellings people

live in.

The Community Profile presents this information in clear maps, tables and charts with concise factual commentary to

answer three important questions:

1. What are the characteristics of the people who live here?

2. How are they changing?

3. How do they compare to other areas?

This provides the basis for making evidence-based decisions about how to provide services for the community as it

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