Burswood

WA 6100 • Greater Perth

2,779
Population (2021)
$58,864
Median Income
3.41 km²
Area
5m
Elevation

About Burswood

Burswood is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Victoria Park (Town) area. With a population of 2,779 and a median income of $58,864, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.41 km² at an elevation of 5m, 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. Burswood provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Burswood falls under postcode 6100 and is governed by Victoria Park Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Victoria Park electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6100
Urban Area
Victoria Park
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.96°, 115.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.41 km²
Elevation
5m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,340
Census 2021
2,779
18.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$50,752
Income 2021
$58,864
16.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,306
Born Overseas 1,268

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 170
  • 2. China 101
  • 3. Malaysia 81
  • 4. New Zealand 79
  • 5. India 77
  • 6. Nepal 64
  • 7. Singapore 52
  • 8. South Africa 42
  • 9. Indonesia 39
  • 10. Scotland 29
  • 11. Italy 27
  • 12. United States 26
  • 13. Hong Kong 24
  • 14. Ireland 24
  • 15. Sri Lanka 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 806
Australian 551
Chinese 328
Irish 255
Scottish 204
Italian 147
Indian 121
German 78
Vietnamese 41
Dutch 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

721
Both parents born in Australia
1,517
Both parents born overseas
331
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
41.8%
Christianity
37.1%
Hinduism
4.7%
Buddhism
4.0%
Islam
2.5%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
115 (4.1%)
5-14 years
131 (4.7%)
15-19 years
85 (3.1%)
20-24 years
237 (8.5%)
25-34 years
617 (22.2%)
35-44 years
444 (16.0%)
45-54 years
353 (12.7%)
55-64 years
365 (13.1%)
65-74 years
302 (10.9%)
75-84 years
107 (3.9%)
85+ years
28 (1.0%)

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