Atwell

WA 6164 • Greater Perth

9,287
Population (2021)
$48,828
Median Income
3.54 km²
Area
27m
Elevation
Family-FriendlySuburbanMulticulturalWell-Connected

About Atwell

Atwell is a well-established residential suburb located approximately 25 kilometres south of Perth CBD, within the City of Cockburn. With a population of around 9,000, it is a family-oriented community featuring a mix of older and newer housing developments. The suburb is characterised by its diverse, multicultural population and a strong sense of community. Atwell sits adjacent to the Cockburn Central activity centre, providing convenient access to major retail, dining, and employment hubs.

Residents enjoy excellent amenities including Atwell Reserve, local parks, and proximity to Cockburn Gateway Shopping City. The suburb is popular with young families and professionals drawn by its affordable housing, quality schools like Atwell Primary and Atwell College, and strong transport connections via Cockburn Central Station. Weekend markets and community events add to the vibrant local lifestyle.

Atwell falls under postcode 6164 and is governed by Cockburn Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Jandakot electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6164
Urban Area
Cockburn - East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.14°, 115.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.54 km²
Elevation
27m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cockburn Central
2.5 km
30 min
Aubin Grove
4 km
48 min
Success
5 km
60 min

Bus Services

  • 518, 520, 523, 527 — Cockburn Central Station 10-15 min
  • 233 — Fremantle 25-30 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
30-35 min (via Cockburn Central)
By Bus
50-60 min
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Cockburn Central is a major interchange with frequent Mandurah Line services to Perth

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though local shops and schools are accessible on foot within the suburb

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,063
Census 2021
9,287
2.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,108
Income 2021
$48,828
13.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,060
Born Overseas 2,997

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 629
  • 2. New Zealand 263
  • 3. China 242
  • 4. Malaysia 179
  • 5. South Africa 175
  • 6. India 164
  • 7. Scotland 128
  • 8. Philippines 110
  • 9. Singapore 85
  • 10. South Korea 79
  • 11. Indonesia 72
  • 12. Iran 55
  • 13. Sri Lanka 51
  • 14. Ireland 47
  • 15. Poland 40

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,585
Australian 3,147
Scottish 907
Chinese 800
Irish 707
Italian 439
Indian 272
German 226
Dutch 203
Australian Aboriginal 150

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,531
Both parents born in Australia
4,001
Both parents born overseas
1,510
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
41.8%
Buddhism
2.4%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
1.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
540 (5.8%)
5-14 years
1,502 (16.2%)
15-19 years
808 (8.7%)
20-24 years
653 (7.0%)
25-34 years
1,056 (11.4%)
35-44 years
1,471 (15.8%)
45-54 years
1,630 (17.6%)
55-64 years
904 (9.7%)
65-74 years
474 (5.1%)
75-84 years
207 (2.2%)
85+ years
42 (0.5%)

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