Greenmount

WA 6056 • Greater Perth

2,666
Population (2021)
$41,912
Median Income
4.82 km²
Area
144m
Elevation
Perth HillsEstablishedLeafyFamily-Friendly

About Greenmount

Greenmount is a leafy Perth Hills suburb located in the Shire of Mundaring, approximately 25 kilometres northeast of Perth CBD. With a population of 2,666, it's characterized by an older demographic with a median age of 46 and strong home ownership at 88%. The suburb combines semi-rural ambiance with established infrastructure, attracting residents seeking a quieter lifestyle while maintaining access to metropolitan amenities.

Life in Greenmount revolves around outdoor recreation and established community networks, with residents enjoying bushland proximity, local parks, and heritage buildings. The suburb offers good schooling options and reasonable commuter access to Perth via public transport. Tree-lined streets and larger residential blocks appeal to established families and retirees who value peace, space, and natural surroundings within commuting distance of the city.

Greenmount falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by Mundaring Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Midland electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6056
Urban Area
Darlington - Mundaring - Chidlow
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 116.06°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.82 km²
Elevation
144m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland Station
12 km
2.5 hrs

Bus Services

  • Route 328 — Midland Station/Perth CBD 45-60 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
80 min (bus + train)
By Bus
60-90 min
By Car (Peak)
45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ Bus to train interchange required for CBD access

Walkability Some public transport

Semi-rural with bus connections but car helpful for convenience

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,800
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,673
Census 2021
2,666
0.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,452
Income 2021
$41,912
15.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,963
Born Overseas 579

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 212
  • 2. New Zealand 76
  • 3. Italy 29
  • 4. Scotland 24
  • 5. Germany 23
  • 6. India 22
  • 7. Malaysia 18
  • 8. Philippines 17
  • 9. South Africa 16
  • 10. Ireland 13
  • 11. Netherlands 13
  • 12. Thailand 12
  • 13. Singapore 8
  • 14. Canada 7
  • 15. China 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,106
Australian 1,039
Scottish 243
Irish 225
Italian 181
German 103
Australian Aboriginal 92
Dutch 69
Chinese 38
Croatian 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,251
Both parents born in Australia
718
Both parents born overseas
451
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.8%
Christianity
43.1%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
125 (4.7%)
5-14 years
341 (12.8%)
15-19 years
135 (5.1%)
20-24 years
129 (4.8%)
25-34 years
263 (9.9%)
35-44 years
302 (11.3%)
45-54 years
326 (12.2%)
55-64 years
365 (13.7%)
65-74 years
306 (11.5%)
75-84 years
255 (9.6%)
85+ years
123 (4.6%)

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