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Beechboro

WA 6063 • Greater Perth

9,112
Population (2021)
$74,152
Median Household Income
4.74 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableSuburbanMulticulturalCommuter Belt

About Beechboro

Beechboro is a suburban locality in the City of Swan, located approximately 17 kilometres north-east of the Perth CBD. With a population of 9,112 spread across just under 5 square kilometres, it is a well-established residential suburb with a median age of 38 and a median household income of $1,426 per week. Housing in Beechboro is among the more affordable options in metropolitan Perth, with a median weekly rent of $320 making it attractive to families and first-home buyers.

The suburb is well-served for everyday shopping, with a Coles at Carremer Shopping Centre on the corner of Beechboro Road and Benara Road, as well as a Woolworths and an ALDI at Altone Road. Altone Park offers sporting facilities and green space for residents, and Beechboro's position in the City of Swan provides convenient access to major arterial roads and the wider Swan Valley region. The community is practical and multicultural, with a family-focused character shaped by decades of suburban growth in Perth's north-eastern corridor.

Beechboro falls under postcode 6063 and is governed by Swan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bassendean electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6063
Urban Area
Beechboro
LGA / Council
Swan
Federal Electorate
Hasluck
State Electorate
Bassendean
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.87°, 115.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.74 km²
Elevation
26m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.1%

172 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bayswater
7 km
N/A
Bassendean
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 970, 971, 975 — Bassendean station and Morley 15-20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35-45 min from Bassendean station (Midland Line to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-25 min

🛣️ Reid Highway and Tonkin Highway provide road access. Bus to Midland Line stations for rail.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban area with local shops; bus connections to train stations available but car recommended for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Carremer Shopping Centre Cnr Beechboro Road & Benara Road Beechboro 6063 WA
  • Woolworths
    161 Altone Road Beechboro 6063 WA
  • ALDI
    Altone Park Road 161, Beechboro WA 6063

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,061
Census 2021
9,112
▲ 0.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,744
Personal Income 2021
$33,852
▲ 13.8% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$33,852 / yr
$651/wk
Household
$74,152 / yr
$1426/wk
Family
$87,360 / yr
$1680/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,253
Born Overseas 3,393

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 368
  • 2. England 358
  • 3. India 327
  • 4. New Zealand 226
  • 5. Myanmar 191
  • 6. Philippines 176
  • 7. Malaysia 139
  • 8. China 125
  • 9. Thailand 80
  • 10. Iraq 73

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,709
Australian 2,401
Irish 615
Scottish 607
Chinese 578
Vietnamese 451
Italian 420
Australian Aboriginal 354
Indian 344
Filipino 223

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,841
Both parents born in Australia
4,605
Both parents born overseas
1,151
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
40.6%
No Religion
37.2%
Buddhism
5.8%
Islam
5.5%
Hinduism
2.4%
Sikhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
508 (5.6%)
5-14 years
1,239 (13.6%)
15-19 years
545 (6.0%)
20-24 years
591 (6.5%)
25-34 years
1,197 (13.1%)
35-44 years
1,221 (13.4%)
45-54 years
1,131 (12.4%)
55-64 years
1,283 (14.1%)
65-74 years
930 (10.2%)
75-84 years
356 (3.9%)
85+ years
114 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beechboro known for? +

Beechboro is known as an affordable suburban locality in Perth's north-eastern corridor in the City of Swan, with local shopping and community facilities, popular with families seeking budget-friendly housing.

How far is Beechboro from Perth CBD? +

Beechboro is approximately 17 kilometres north-east of Perth CBD, around a 25-40 minute drive via Reid Highway or Tonkin Highway.

Does Beechboro have public transport? +

Beechboro is served by bus routes connecting to Bassendean station (approximately 5 km) on the Midland Line, providing train services to Perth CBD.

What is the population of Beechboro? +

According to the 2021 Census, Beechboro has a population of approximately 9,112 residents, a large established suburb in the City of Swan.

Is Beechboro a good place to live? +

Beechboro offers affordable northern Perth housing with bus connections to Midland Line trains, local shops, and parks. It suits first-home buyers and families seeking value in Perth's north-east.

What is the postcode for Beechboro? +

The postcode for Beechboro is 6063.

What is the average income in Beechboro? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Beechboro is about $651 per week (around $33,900 per year). The median household income is $1,426 per week and the median family income is $1,680 per week.

What is the age profile of Beechboro? +

The median age in Beechboro is 38. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,283 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Beechboro? +

In Beechboro, the median weekly rent is $320, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).