FAQs

Between 2021 and 2036, the population of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is estimated to grow from 36,000 to 68,000. This will include 11,400 more people under 25 years old, and 5,000 more people over 60 years old. Between 2011 and 2021 (the latest ABS Census) it is estimated that in Serpentine Jarrahdale there are:

• 1,000 more young people aged 12-17 years old 
• 3,800 more people who were born overseas
• 2,700 more people who speak another language than English at home
• 3,300 more people who have bought their home (i.e. have a mortgage)
• 2,600 more families with children (including couple and single parent households)
• 600 more people living with a disability who need help with core activities
• 1,000 more people engaged in volunteering

 Data and research also indicates that:

• Approximately 29% of our population are living with at least one long term health condition (ABS Census 2021)Compared to the WA average, there is a higher prevalence of mental health problems, stress related problems and depression in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale (South-East Metropolitan Health)
• Most of our residents are not eating the recommended amount of fruit and vegetables (South-East Metropolitan Health)
• Rates of suicide in men aged 15 – 24 are higher than that of the Perth and WA average (South-East Metropolitan Health)

These changing demographics will impact the types of services, places, activities and events that our community will want and need into the future. 

The Shire wants to hear from our diverse range of residents regarding the types of services, programs, activities and/or support they feel will be necessary, for them to remain connected and engaged with their community now and into the future. The Shire also wants to understand if and how people want to be more engaged and involved with their local community. 

Feedback will be sought anonymously via an online survey. 

We will review the results of the survey and identify themes and priorities which will help the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale develop a 3-year Activation Plan. 

The intent of the strategy is to facilitate healthy, connected, caring, inclusive, resilient, and liveable communities, giving consideration to the local population, local identity and local amenities and services.

The information received through this consultation will help inform the content of the Activation Strategy, which will then be presented to Council.

An Activation Strategy aims to ensure that the Shire’s community-focused programs and services are relevant and contemporary in meeting the needs and aspirations of our residents. 

This encompasses everyone residing in the Shire - including young people, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, seniors, members of the LBTQI+ community, parents, couples, singles and anyone wanting to contribute to a vibrant, connected and liveable community.

The Activation Strategy also aims to empower local residents wanting to play an active role in their community.

The Shire is interested in understanding the aspiration, capacity and role of both individuals within our community, as well as service providers or businesses within our community in contributing to the Activation of the area.

As a result, we have a survey for community members to fill out, and a survey for business owners or operators to fill out.  

If you are both a community member and a business owner or operator in the Shire of Serpentine, you are welcome to complete both surveys.

If you need assistance completing the survey you can contact the Shire on 9526 1111 and ask for a member of the Community Development team. 

We can provide you with a hard copy of the survey to complete, or we can complete the survey with you over the phone.