Shelley

WA 6148 • Greater Perth

4,795
Population (2021)
$46,696
Median Income
2.13 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Shelley

Shelley is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Canning (City) area. With a population of 4,795 and a median income of $46,696, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.13 km² at an elevation of 9m, 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. Shelley provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Shelley falls under postcode 6148 and is governed by Canning Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Riverton electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6148
Urban Area
Canning - Central
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.03°, 115.89°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
2.13 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,275
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,523
Census 2021
4,795
6.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,272
Income 2021
$46,696
22.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,419
Born Overseas 2,279

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 320
  • 2. India 296
  • 3. Malaysia 251
  • 4. China 198
  • 5. Sri Lanka 110
  • 6. Singapore 102
  • 7. New Zealand 94
  • 8. South Africa 74
  • 9. South Korea 62
  • 10. Indonesia 51
  • 11. Scotland 49
  • 12. Hong Kong 38
  • 13. Iran 37
  • 14. Vietnam 36
  • 15. Philippines 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,549
Australian 897
Chinese 804
Indian 388
Irish 372
Scottish 371
Italian 182
German 118
Dutch 91
Korean 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,238
Both parents born in Australia
2,911
Both parents born overseas
547
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.3%
No Religion
35.3%
Buddhism
6.4%
Hinduism
6.3%
Islam
4.4%
Sikhism
1.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
210 (4.4%)
5-14 years
672 (14.0%)
15-19 years
342 (7.1%)
20-24 years
312 (6.5%)
25-34 years
404 (8.4%)
35-44 years
637 (13.3%)
45-54 years
686 (14.3%)
55-64 years
632 (13.2%)
65-74 years
523 (10.9%)
75-84 years
299 (6.2%)
85+ years
66 (1.4%)

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