Karnup

WA 6176 • Greater Perth

2,096
Population (2021)
$46,540
Median Income
32.21 km²
Area
24m
Elevation

About Karnup

Karnup is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Rockingham (City) area. With a population of 2,096 and a median income of $46,540, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 32.21 km² at an elevation of 24m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Karnup is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Karnup falls under postcode 6176 and is governed by Rockingham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Secret Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6176
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.42°, 115.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
32.21 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Cnr Mandurah Road & Redwood Avenue Karnup 6176 WA

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,857
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
30 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,371
Census 2021
2,096
52.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,404
Income 2021
$46,540
15.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,445
Born Overseas 544

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 216
  • 2. New Zealand 100
  • 3. South Africa 40
  • 4. Scotland 27
  • 5. Ireland 18
  • 6. Philippines 15
  • 7. Wales 10
  • 8. Thailand 9
  • 9. Zimbabwe 8
  • 10. United States 7
  • 11. Pakistan 6
  • 12. Egypt 5
  • 13. Germany 5
  • 14. Indonesia 5
  • 15. Japan 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 999
Australian 823
Scottish 181
Irish 161
Italian 80
German 71
Australian Aboriginal 69
Maori 68
South African 54
New Zealander 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

896
Both parents born in Australia
714
Both parents born overseas
375
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
57.5%
Christianity
33.7%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
216 (10.3%)
5-14 years
338 (16.1%)
15-19 years
132 (6.3%)
20-24 years
111 (5.3%)
25-34 years
413 (19.7%)
35-44 years
258 (12.3%)
45-54 years
233 (11.1%)
55-64 years
187 (8.9%)
65-74 years
140 (6.7%)
75-84 years
48 (2.3%)
85+ years
15 (0.7%)

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