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Langford

WA 6147 • Greater Perth

5,505
Population (2021)
$68,536
Median Household Income
3.24 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalAffordableSuburbanDiverse

About Langford

Langford is a diverse suburban locality in Perth's south-eastern corridor, situated within the City of Gosnells approximately 17 kilometres from the Perth CBD. Home to around 5,505 residents across a compact 3.2 square kilometres, the suburb has a median age of 36 and a notably multicultural character, with more than half of residents born overseas — primarily from India, China, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Myanmar. Median household income sits at around $68,500 per year, reflecting its position as an affordable, working-class community within the Greater Perth region.

Langford is well connected to surrounding suburbs via Leach Highway and Orrong Road, with Albany Highway and the Carousel Shopping Centre in nearby Cannington offering convenient retail and services. The suburb's diverse community is reflected in its range of religious congregations, including a significant Muslim population. Housing is predominantly established brick homes and units at accessible price points, making Langford popular with newly arrived migrant families and first-home buyers seeking proximity to Perth's southern employment corridors and schools.

Langford falls under postcode 6147 and is governed by Gosnells Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cannington electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6147
Urban Area
Langford
LGA / Council
Gosnells
Federal Electorate
Swan
State Electorate
Cannington
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.04°, 115.94°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.24 km²
Elevation
15m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.1%

127 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Thornlie
2.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 534, 535 — Thornlie station and surrounds 8-12 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
30-38 min from Thornlie station (Thornlie Line to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
22-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-22 min

🛣️ Roe Highway and Albany Highway provide road access. Bus to Thornlie Line station.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Bus connections to Thornlie station; local Carousel shopping area accessible; car recommended for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,671
Census 2021
5,505
▼ 2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,688
Personal Income 2021
$31,148
▲ 21.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

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

Personal
$31,148 / yr
$599/wk
Household
$68,536 / yr
$1318/wk
Family
$77,688 / yr
$1494/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,338
Born Overseas 2,816

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 290
  • 2. China 244
  • 3. Malaysia 243
  • 4. England 179
  • 5. Indonesia 172
  • 6. Philippines 153
  • 7. Myanmar 152
  • 8. Pakistan 108
  • 9. New Zealand 101
  • 10. Sri Lanka 95

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,066
Australian 924
Chinese 812
Indian 276
Irish 237
Scottish 236
Filipino 200
Australian Aboriginal 143
German 89
Korean 73

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,032
Both parents born in Australia
3,659
Both parents born overseas
426
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
34.0%
No Religion
28.4%
Islam
16.9%
Buddhism
6.8%
Hinduism
3.0%
Sikhism
2.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
361 (6.6%)
5-14 years
732 (13.3%)
15-19 years
318 (5.8%)
20-24 years
417 (7.6%)
25-34 years
810 (14.7%)
35-44 years
843 (15.3%)
45-54 years
684 (12.4%)
55-64 years
546 (9.9%)
65-74 years
497 (9.0%)
75-84 years
230 (4.2%)
85+ years
58 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Langford known for? +

Langford is a diverse suburb in Perth's south-east known for its multicultural community character and proximity to Carousel Shopping Centre — one of Perth's largest malls — with bus access to Thornlie Line train stations.

How far is Langford from Perth CBD? +

Langford is approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Perth CBD. Thornlie station on the Thornlie Line (approximately 2.5 km) provides train services to Perth.

Does Langford have public transport? +

Langford is served by bus routes connecting to Thornlie station on the Thornlie Line branch of the Armadale Line, providing train services to Perth CBD.

What is the population of Langford? +

According to the 2021 Census, Langford has a population of approximately 5,505 residents, a diverse suburb in the City of Canning.

Is Langford a good place to live? +

Langford offers affordable south-east Perth housing with bus access to train services, Carousel Shopping Centre proximity, and a diverse community. It suits first-home buyers and multicultural families seeking value.

What is the postcode for Langford? +

The postcode for Langford is 6147.

What is the average income in Langford? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Langford is about $599 per week (around $31,100 per year). The median household income is $1,318 per week and the median family income is $1,494 per week.

What is the age profile of Langford? +

The median age in Langford is 36. The largest age group is 35–44 (843 residents, around 15%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Langford? +

In Langford, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).