Bateman

WA 6150 • Greater Perth

3,832
Population (2021)
$44,304
Median Income
1.96 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Bateman

Bateman is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Melville (City) area. With a population of 3,832 and a median income of $44,304, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.96 km² at an elevation of 25m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Bateman provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Bateman falls under postcode 6150 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bateman electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6150
Urban Area
Melville - South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.06°, 115.85°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.96 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,717
Census 2021
3,832
3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,244
Income 2021
$44,304
22.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,080
Born Overseas 1,650

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 232
  • 2. England 207
  • 3. India 148
  • 4. China 138
  • 5. Singapore 123
  • 6. Indonesia 79
  • 7. Hong Kong 65
  • 8. South Africa 63
  • 9. New Zealand 50
  • 10. Scotland 44
  • 11. Sri Lanka 40
  • 12. Philippines 36
  • 13. Thailand 28
  • 14. United States 24
  • 15. Ireland 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,140
Australian 992
Chinese 808
Scottish 334
Irish 274
Indian 188
Italian 168
German 97
Dutch 64
South African 52

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,123
Both parents born in Australia
2,065
Both parents born overseas
525
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
35.2%
Buddhism
5.4%
Hinduism
2.9%
Islam
1.8%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
185 (4.8%)
5-14 years
519 (13.5%)
15-19 years
265 (6.9%)
20-24 years
220 (5.7%)
25-34 years
368 (9.6%)
35-44 years
512 (13.4%)
45-54 years
540 (14.1%)
55-64 years
450 (11.7%)
65-74 years
413 (10.8%)
75-84 years
248 (6.5%)
85+ years
101 (2.6%)

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