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Carine

WA 6020 • Greater Perth

7,330
Population (2021)
$126,984
Median Household Income
4.68 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGreen SuburbEstablishedSafeNear Beach

About Carine

Carine is a well-established residential suburb in Perth's northern suburbs, located within the City of Stirling, approximately 14 km north of the CBD. With a population of around 7,300 residents, it is a quiet, leafy suburb known for its family-friendly character and excellent green spaces. The suburb features 32 parks covering nearly 22% of total area, including the significant Carine Regional Open Space wetlands.

Carine offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle with excellent amenities including Carine Glades Shopping Centre, quality schools (Carine Primary and Carine Senior High School all on adjacent grounds), and abundant recreational facilities. The suburb is popular with established families and professionals seeking a safe, green environment with good transport links to Perth CBD. Carine Open Space provides walking trails, birdwatching, and nature activities.

Carine falls under postcode 6020 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Carine electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6020
Urban Area
Stirling - Coast
LGA / Council
Stirling
Federal Electorate
Moore
State Electorate
Carine
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.85°, 115.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.68 km²
Elevation
24m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,340
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warwick
2.5 km
30 min
Stirling
3.5 km
Joondalup Line
Greenwood
3.4 km
Joondalup Line

Bus Services

  • 423 — Warwick Station to Scarborough Beach 15-20 min
  • 425 — Warwick Station to Karrinyup 10-15 min

Commute to Perth

Distance
14 km
By Train
25-30 min (bus to Warwick + Joondalup Line)
By Bus
40-50 min
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-22 min

🛣️ Warwick Station is the main interchange; Joondalup Line provides fast access to Perth CBD

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Carine Glades shops walkable for nearby residents; car generally needed for wider errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,479
Census 2021
7,330
▲ 13.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$45,344
Personal Income 2021
$50,388
▲ 11.1% 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
$50,388 / yr
$969/wk
Household
$126,984 / yr
$2442/wk
Family
$148,512 / yr
$2856/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,971
Born Overseas 2,180

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 678
  • 2. South Africa 217
  • 3. New Zealand 155
  • 4. Scotland 98
  • 5. China 84
  • 6. Malaysia 79
  • 7. Ireland 59
  • 8. India 58
  • 9. Italy 56
  • 10. Zimbabwe 50

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,223
Australian 2,423
Irish 874
Scottish 849
Italian 473
German 279
Chinese 271
Dutch 169
Indian 157
South African 137

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,029
Both parents born in Australia
2,821
Both parents born overseas
1,221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.5%
No Religion
45.6%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
404 (5.5%)
5-14 years
1,177 (16.1%)
15-19 years
424 (5.8%)
20-24 years
315 (4.3%)
25-34 years
473 (6.5%)
35-44 years
1,006 (13.7%)
45-54 years
1,000 (13.6%)
55-64 years
819 (11.2%)
65-74 years
1,042 (14.2%)
75-84 years
492 (6.7%)
85+ years
185 (2.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carine known for? +

Carine is known for its well-established, leafy residential character, the large Carine Open Space reserve, Carine Glades shopping centre, and Carine Senior High School. It is a popular family suburb with good local amenities.

How far is Carine from Perth CBD? +

Carine is approximately 17 kilometres north of Perth CBD. Stirling station on the Joondalup Line is approximately 5-6 km away for train access to Perth.

Does Carine have public transport? +

Carine is served by bus routes connecting to Stirling and Warwick stations on the Joondalup Line, providing train services to Perth CBD in approximately 25-35 minutes.

What is the population of Carine? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carine has a population of approximately 7,330 residents, a well-established, family-oriented suburb in the City of Stirling.

Is Carine a good place to live? +

Carine is consistently popular with families due to its quality schools, Carine Open Space reserve, local shopping, and well-established community. It offers a leafy northern Perth lifestyle with reasonable CBD access.

What is the postcode for Carine? +

The postcode for Carine is 6020.

What is the average income in Carine? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Carine is about $969 per week (around $50,400 per year). The median household income is $2,442 per week and the median family income is $2,856 per week.

What is the age profile of Carine? +

The median age in Carine is 43. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,177 residents, around 16%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Carine? +

In Carine, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,340 (2021 Census).