Gwelup
WA 6018 • Greater Perth
About Gwelup
Gwelup is an established residential suburb located 12 kilometres north of Perth CBD in the City of Stirling. With a population of around 5,400 residents, the suburb has transformed from a small farming community in the early 1900s into a diverse, multicultural residential area. The suburb features a mix of post-war homes and modern infill developments.
Gwelup offers a family-friendly suburban lifestyle with good access to parks and green spaces, covering over 36% of the suburb's area. The suburb is home to the Gwelup Primary School and is close to shopping at Stirling and Karrinyup centres. The demographic is mixed, with working families and established residents who value the area's quiet streets and proximity to both the coast and the city. The suburb has seen significant redevelopment in recent years with older homes making way for modern townhouses.
Gwelup falls under postcode 6018 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scarborough electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 424, 426 — Stirling Station 10 min
- 428 — Perth CBD via Stirling 30-35 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Mitchell Freeway provides good vehicle access; bus connection to Joondalup Line trains
Some errands can be accomplished on foot; car useful for shopping and commuting
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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20 Lucca Street
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21 Deanmore Road
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203 St Brigids Terrace
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35 Williamstown Road
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15 Hampton Street
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59 Porter Street
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178 Newborough Street
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216 Empire Avenue
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117 Miles Street
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95 Beatrice Street
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Elliott Rd
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7 Bentwood Avenue
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21 Ambrose Street
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 379
- 2. South Africa 102
- 3. New Zealand 101
- 4. China 76
- 5. Scotland 65
- 6. Italy 61
- 7. Malaysia 56
- 8. India 55
- 9. Ireland 39
- 10. Singapore 36
- 11. Germany 30
- 12. Zimbabwe 28
- 13. United States 27
- 14. Netherlands 24
- 15. Hong Kong 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)