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Hamersley

WA 6022 • Greater Perth

5,209
Population (2021)
$96,512
Median Household Income
3.31 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanEstablishedFamily-FriendlyLeafyMid-Range
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About Hamersley

Hamersley is an established residential suburb in Perth's northern corridor, situated within the City of Stirling approximately 12 kilometres north of the Perth CBD. The suburb covers around 3.3 square kilometres and is home to approximately 5,209 residents with a median age of 39. A median household income of around $1,856 per week reflects a comfortable middle-to-upper income demographic consistent with the broader City of Stirling area.

Hamersley offers a quiet, established suburban lifestyle with tree-lined streets, parks, and a predominantly detached housing stock that has attracted families and long-term residents for decades. The suburb is well-served by nearby shopping and services in surrounding centres, and is close to Warwick Grove and Karrinyup shopping precincts. Good access to the Mitchell Freeway and local bus routes makes it a practical choice for those commuting to Perth's CBD or employment hubs to the north.

Hamersley falls under postcode 6022 and is governed by the Stirling Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowan, while state elections fall under the Kingsley electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6022
Urban Area
Stirling - Inner North
LGA / Council
Stirling
Federal Electorate
Cowan
State Electorate
Kingsley
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.85°, 115.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.31 km²
Population Density
1,575 /km²
Elevation
33m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6022

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6022, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,866
Median 2023–24
$63,472
▲ 27.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,181

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6022; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$38,948
Personal Income 2021
$46,384
▲ 19.1% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

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

Personal
$46,384 / yr
$892/wk
Household
$96,512 / yr
$1856/wk
Family
$115,804 / yr
$2227/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

5 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warwick
5 km
N/A
Stirling
5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 423, 460 — Warwick and Stirling stations 12-18 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
28-35 min from Warwick station (Joondalup Line to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
22-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
17-24 min

🛣️ Mitchell Freeway and Wanneroo Road provide road access. Bus to Joondalup Line stations.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Bus connections to Joondalup Line; local shops and golf course accessible but car recommended for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,982
Census 2021
5,209
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,592
Born Overseas 1,474

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 352
  • 2. New Zealand 165
  • 3. Ireland 76
  • 4. India 67
  • 5. South Africa 61
  • 6. Vietnam 50
  • 7. China 49
  • 8. Italy 40
  • 9. Malaysia 36
  • 10. Scotland 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,085
Australian 1,816
Irish 619
Scottish 476
Italian 374
Chinese 170
German 137
Dutch 107
Macedonian 89
Indian 86

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

2,196
Both parents born in Australia
1,973
Both parents born overseas
880
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.4%
No Religion
43.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Islam
1.5%
Hinduism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
372 (7.1%)
5-14 years
655 (12.6%)
15-19 years
260 (5.0%)
20-24 years
236 (4.5%)
25-34 years
673 (12.9%)
35-44 years
752 (14.4%)
45-54 years
646 (12.4%)
55-64 years
518 (9.9%)
65-74 years
665 (12.8%)
75-84 years
357 (6.9%)
85+ years
70 (1.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamersley known for? +

Hamersley is known for the Hamersley Golf Course — an 18-hole public course — and its established, family-friendly residential character in Perth's northern suburbs, with good access to Karrinyup and Innaloo shopping precincts.

How far is Hamersley from Perth CBD? +

Hamersley is approximately 15 kilometres north of Perth CBD. Warwick and Stirling stations on the Joondalup Line (approximately 5 km) provide train access to Perth.

Does Hamersley have public transport? +

Hamersley is served by bus routes connecting to Warwick and Stirling stations on the Joondalup Line, providing train services to Perth CBD.

What is the population of Hamersley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hamersley has a population of approximately 5,209 residents, an established suburb in the City of Stirling.

Is Hamersley a good place to live? +

Hamersley offers established family living in Perth's north with Hamersley Golf Course, good schools, and bus access to Joondalup Line trains. It is a practical, affordable choice in the City of Stirling.

What is the postcode for Hamersley? +

The postcode for Hamersley is 6022.

What is the average income in Hamersley? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Hamersley is about $892 per week (around $46,400 per year). The median household income is $1,856 per week and the median family income is $2,227 per week.

What is the age profile of Hamersley? +

The median age in Hamersley is 39. The largest age group is 35–44 (752 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Hamersley? +

In Hamersley, the median weekly rent is $380, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).