Alfred Cove

WA 6154 • Greater Perth

2,830
Population (2021)
$51,636
Median Income
1.06 km²
Area
8m
Elevation

About Alfred Cove

Alfred Cove is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Melville (City) area. With a population of 2,830 and a median income of $51,636, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.06 km² at an elevation of 8m, 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. Alfred Cove provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Alfred Cove falls under postcode 6154 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bateman electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6154
Urban Area
Melville - North
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.03°, 115.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
8m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$430
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,400
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,550
Census 2021
2,830
11.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,304
Income 2021
$51,636
16.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,918
Born Overseas 814

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 203
  • 2. South Africa 49
  • 3. New Zealand 44
  • 4. Italy 40
  • 5. India 37
  • 6. Scotland 36
  • 7. China 31
  • 8. Singapore 30
  • 9. Malaysia 27
  • 10. United States 22
  • 11. Iran 19
  • 12. Ireland 18
  • 13. France 17
  • 14. Thailand 16
  • 15. Indonesia 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,189
Australian 915
Irish 311
Scottish 291
Italian 270
Chinese 162
German 102
Indian 62
Croatian 46
South African 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,180
Both parents born in Australia
1,063
Both parents born overseas
499
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.3%
No Religion
41.2%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
155 (5.5%)
5-14 years
389 (13.7%)
15-19 years
166 (5.9%)
20-24 years
152 (5.4%)
25-34 years
289 (10.2%)
35-44 years
404 (14.3%)
45-54 years
420 (14.8%)
55-64 years
337 (11.9%)
65-74 years
280 (9.9%)
75-84 years
174 (6.1%)
85+ years
65 (2.3%)

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