Ravenswood

WA 6208 • Greater Perth

2,483
Population (2021)
$31,876
Median Income
54.18 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Ravenswood

Ravenswood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Murray (Shire) area. With a population of 2,483 and a median income of $31,876, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 54.18 km² at an elevation of 9m, 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. Ravenswood is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Ravenswood falls under postcode 6208 and is governed by Murray Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray-Wellington electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6208
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.58°, 115.86°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
54.18 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$325
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,176
Census 2021
2,483
14.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,352
Income 2021
$31,876
16.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,839
Born Overseas 502

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 252
  • 2. New Zealand 77
  • 3. Scotland 23
  • 4. South Africa 23
  • 5. Netherlands 15
  • 6. Philippines 13
  • 7. Canada 8
  • 8. China 8
  • 9. Vietnam 8
  • 10. Malaysia 7
  • 11. Wales 6
  • 12. Germany 5
  • 13. India 5
  • 14. Indonesia 5
  • 15. Italy 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,203
Australian 1,048
Scottish 271
Irish 186
Italian 88
Australian Aboriginal 75
Dutch 66
German 63
New Zealander 28
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,380
Both parents born in Australia
637
Both parents born overseas
321
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.9%
Christianity
40.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
158 (6.4%)
5-14 years
348 (14.0%)
15-19 years
108 (4.3%)
20-24 years
130 (5.2%)
25-34 years
330 (13.3%)
35-44 years
258 (10.4%)
45-54 years
238 (9.6%)
55-64 years
240 (9.7%)
65-74 years
311 (12.5%)
75-84 years
265 (10.7%)
85+ years
96 (3.9%)

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