Lynwood

WA 6147 • Greater Perth

3,541
Population (2021)
$38,116
Median Income
1.78 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About Lynwood

Lynwood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Canning (City) area. With a population of 3,541 and a median income of $38,116, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.78 km² at an elevation of 15m, 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. Lynwood provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
6147
Urban Area
Canning - Central
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.04°, 115.93°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.78 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,441
Census 2021
3,541
2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,524
Income 2021
$38,116
24.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,645
Born Overseas 1,763

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 243
  • 2. Malaysia 228
  • 3. India 190
  • 4. China 145
  • 5. New Zealand 89
  • 6. Philippines 70
  • 7. South Korea 69
  • 8. Singapore 54
  • 9. Sri Lanka 52
  • 10. Indonesia 46
  • 11. Pakistan 45
  • 12. Vietnam 32
  • 13. Nepal 28
  • 14. South Africa 28
  • 15. Scotland 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 988
Australian 769
Chinese 522
Irish 235
Scottish 225
Indian 161
Filipino 94
Korean 92
German 86
Italian 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

827
Both parents born in Australia
2,147
Both parents born overseas
425
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
37.6%
Christianity
35.4%
Buddhism
6.8%
Islam
6.3%
Hinduism
5.5%
Sikhism
2.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
230 (6.5%)
5-14 years
471 (13.3%)
15-19 years
170 (4.8%)
20-24 years
214 (6.0%)
25-34 years
594 (16.8%)
35-44 years
586 (16.5%)
45-54 years
387 (10.9%)
55-64 years
379 (10.7%)
65-74 years
263 (7.4%)
75-84 years
186 (5.3%)
85+ years
63 (1.8%)

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