Palmyra

WA 6157 • Greater Perth

7,585
Population (2021)
$51,532
Median Income
3.14 km²
Area
35m
Elevation

About Palmyra

Palmyra is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Melville (City) area. With a population of 7,585 and a median income of $51,532, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.14 km² at an elevation of 35m, 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. Palmyra provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Palmyra falls under postcode 6157 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bicton electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6157
Urban Area
Melville - North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.04°, 115.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.14 km²
Elevation
35m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Stammers Shopping Centre, 265 Canning Highway Palmyra 6157 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,950
Census 2021
7,585
9.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,992
Income 2021
$51,532
17.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,403
Born Overseas 1,875

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 645
  • 2. New Zealand 173
  • 3. Scotland 107
  • 4. South Africa 79
  • 5. Italy 71
  • 6. Ireland 58
  • 7. India 39
  • 8. Germany 37
  • 9. Thailand 34
  • 10. Philippines 32
  • 11. Canada 29
  • 12. Singapore 29
  • 13. Malaysia 28
  • 14. Zimbabwe 28
  • 15. United States 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,403
Australian 2,635
Irish 1,023
Scottish 928
Italian 590
German 267
Dutch 176
Chinese 149
Croatian 114
Australian Aboriginal 86

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,376
Both parents born in Australia
2,473
Both parents born overseas
1,413
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.9%
Christianity
39.9%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
506 (6.7%)
5-14 years
886 (11.7%)
15-19 years
389 (5.1%)
20-24 years
363 (4.8%)
25-34 years
1,172 (15.5%)
35-44 years
1,157 (15.3%)
45-54 years
1,019 (13.4%)
55-64 years
828 (10.9%)
65-74 years
706 (9.3%)
75-84 years
387 (5.1%)
85+ years
181 (2.4%)

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