Helena Valley

WA 6056 • Greater Perth

4,130
Population (2021)
$45,344
Median Income
7.09 km²
Area
24m
Elevation

About Helena Valley

Helena Valley is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Mundaring (Shire) area. With a population of 4,130 and a median income of $45,344, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 7.09 km² at an elevation of 24m, 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. Helena Valley provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
6056
Urban Area
Darlington - Mundaring - Chidlow
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.92°, 116.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
7.09 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,100
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,683
Census 2021
4,130
12.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,416
Income 2021
$45,344
15.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,022
Born Overseas 956

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 392
  • 2. New Zealand 96
  • 3. India 53
  • 4. Scotland 46
  • 5. South Africa 40
  • 6. Zimbabwe 33
  • 7. Netherlands 32
  • 8. Philippines 32
  • 9. United States 21
  • 10. Ireland 20
  • 11. Germany 18
  • 12. Thailand 17
  • 13. Italy 16
  • 14. Malaysia 10
  • 15. Japan 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,971
Australian 1,559
Scottish 477
Irish 390
Italian 282
German 140
Dutch 105
Indian 83
Australian Aboriginal 82
Filipino 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,053
Both parents born in Australia
1,264
Both parents born overseas
673
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.1%
No Religion
43.9%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
260 (6.3%)
5-14 years
469 (11.4%)
15-19 years
230 (5.6%)
20-24 years
250 (6.1%)
25-34 years
499 (12.1%)
35-44 years
457 (11.1%)
45-54 years
521 (12.6%)
55-64 years
550 (13.3%)
65-74 years
532 (12.9%)
75-84 years
308 (7.5%)
85+ years
65 (1.6%)

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