Perth Crowned Australia's Fastest-Growing Capital in 2022-23

March 27, 2024
Perth Crowned Australia's Fastest-Growing Capital in 2022-23
  • Perth is the fastest-growing capital in Australia with a population increase of over 81,000 in 2022-23.

  • The primary contributors to Perth's growth are overseas migration and natural increase, particularly in the suburbs of Bentley, Wilson, and St James.

  • Population density is on the rise in Perth, especially in inner-city areas.

  • Melbourne has now overtaken Sydney as the most populous city in Australia.

  • The population growth in Australian cities is partly due to the return of international students post-COVID-19.

  • Brisbane and major regional areas in Queensland are experiencing significant population growth.

  • Canberra-Queanbeyan's population has reached over 500,000, with Albury-Wodonga hitting the 100,000 mark.

  • Australia's capitals and largest regional centres comprise 92% of the total 634,000 national population increase, marking a considerable shift in population trends.

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