West Perth
WA 6005 • Greater Perth
About West Perth
West Perth is a densely developed inner-city suburb immediately adjacent to the Perth CBD, within the City of Perth local government area. Covering just 2.19 square kilometres, it houses 6,102 residents and is primarily known as a major commercial and professional precinct, home to many of Western Australia's corporate offices, law firms, and government agencies. With a median age of just 35 and median household income of $1,918 per week, the suburb attracts a predominantly young, professional population residing in modern apartment buildings interspersed among office towers.
West Perth offers residents excellent access to the CBD via a short commute on foot, bicycle, or the free CAT bus service that loops through the area. The suburb blends commercial activity with pockets of residential living, including immediate access to Kings Park — one of Australia's largest inner-city parks — which borders the suburb to the west and provides extensive walking trails, native bushland, and sweeping city views. Its highly international population, with nearly half of residents born overseas, gives West Perth a cosmopolitan character that complements its position as one of Perth's most connected urban addresses.
West Perth falls under postcode 6005 and is governed by Perth Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nedlands electorate.
Location
Housing 2021 Census
129 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Multiple CAT buses, Route 21, 22 — Perth CBD (Elizabeth Quay) / Fremantle 5-15 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Exceptional public transport; walking distance to CBD; Mitchell Freeway on-ramp nearby
Walking distance to Perth CBD, Kings Park, and multiple rail/bus options
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 384
- 2. India 231
- 3. China 167
- 4. New Zealand 156
- 5. Malaysia 116
- 6. South Africa 110
- 7. Italy 85
- 8. Ireland 79
- 9. Singapore 71
- 10. Philippines 70
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)