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Baldivis

WA 6171 • Greater Perth

37,697
Population (2021)
$108,992
Median Household Income
87.31 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNew DevelopmentSuburbanCommuter Belt
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About Baldivis

Baldivis is a fast-growing residential suburb in the City of Rockingham, 46 kilometres south of the Perth CBD and about 11 kilometres south-east of Rockingham. The 2021 Census counted 37,697 people, up from 31,653 in 2016, a rise of about 19 per cent. The median age is 31, the median household income is $2,096 a week, and the average household has 2.9 people, which fits a suburb of young families in newer estates. It covers about 87 square kilometres, from housing estates in the west to more rural land further east.

Stockland Baldivis, on Settlers Avenue, is the main shopping centre, with Coles and Woolworths among the stores. There is no train station in the suburb, so Transperth routes 564 to 569 link the estates to Warnbro station on the Mandurah line, about 4.5 kilometres from the town centre, and the train to Perth Underground takes about 39 minutes. The Kwinana Freeway runs through Baldivis for the drive north. Tranby College, Ridge View Secondary College and Mother Teresa Catholic College are among the local schools, and the suburb suits families after newer housing, with a car-based layout and a longer trip into Perth.

Baldivis falls under postcode 6171 and is governed by the Rockingham Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Brand, while state elections fall under the Darling Range electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6171
Urban Area
Rockingham - South-West
LGA / Council
Rockingham
Federal Electorate
Brand
State Electorate
Darling Range
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.33°, 115.83°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
87.31 km²
Population Density
432 /km²
Elevation
4m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6171

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6171, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$56,775
Median 2023–24
$69,855
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,794

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6171; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$43,784
Personal Income 2021
$48,932
▲ 11.8% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 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
$48,932 / yr
$941/wk
Household
$108,992 / yr
$2096/wk
Family
$119,132 / yr
$2291/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,900
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

30 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warnbro
4.5 km
55 min

Bus Services

  • 564, 565, 566, 567, 568, 569 — Warnbro station 10-25 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
46 km
By Train
No station in Baldivis. Bus to Warnbro, then about 39 min on the Mandurah line to Perth Underground.
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ The Kwinana Freeway runs through the suburb. Safety Bay Road links Baldivis with Warnbro and Rockingham.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Stockland Baldivis covers everyday shopping for nearby estates, but most of this large suburb needs a car, with buses for the train.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    26 Safety Bay Road Baldivis 6171 WA
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Settlers and Safety Bay Road Baldivis 6171 WA

🎓 Schools

👥 Population of Baldivis

Census 2016
31,653
Census 2021
37,697
▲ 19.1% growth
Est. 2026 projection
~44,900

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
📈 2026 estimate: projection from census growth trend, not an official figure

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 23,850
Born Overseas 12,041

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 3,955
  • 2. New Zealand 2,290
  • 3. South Africa 1,029
  • 4. India 581
  • 5. Scotland 499
  • 6. Philippines 463
  • 7. Zimbabwe 366
  • 8. Ireland 227
  • 9. Wales 139
  • 10. Netherlands 118

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 17,194
Australian 12,649
Scottish 3,637
Irish 3,024
Maori 1,381
Italian 1,233
German 1,088
Dutch 879
Australian Aboriginal 849
South African 813

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

13,906
Both parents born in Australia
15,703
Both parents born overseas
6,169
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.3%
Christianity
38.4%
Hinduism
1.1%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.8%
Judaism
0.0%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
3,407 (9.0%)
5-14 years
6,721 (17.8%)
15-19 years
2,432 (6.5%)
20-24 years
2,116 (5.6%)
25-34 years
6,423 (17.0%)
35-44 years
6,035 (16.0%)
45-54 years
4,389 (11.6%)
55-64 years
2,955 (7.8%)
65-74 years
1,986 (5.3%)
75-84 years
1,073 (2.8%)
85+ years
169 (0.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baldivis known for? +

Baldivis is known as one of Perth's fastest-growing residential areas, with housing estates developed since the 1990s and a young population. Stockland Baldivis on Settlers Avenue is the town centre. The suburb is in the City of Rockingham, south of Perth along the Kwinana Freeway.

How far is Baldivis from Perth CBD? +

Baldivis is 46 kilometres south of the Perth CBD and about 11 kilometres south-east of Rockingham. The drive via the Kwinana Freeway is typically about 40 to 50 minutes off-peak and about 55 to 75 minutes in peak traffic.

Does Baldivis have public transport? +

Baldivis has no train station. Transperth bus routes 564 to 569 run from the estates to Warnbro station on the Mandurah line, and the train from Warnbro to Perth Underground takes about 39 minutes. A car is the usual way to get around the suburb itself.

Is Baldivis a good place to live? +

Baldivis suits young families looking for newer housing, local schools and a shopping centre, with a 2021 median household income of $2,096 a week. The layout is car-dependent, and Perth is 46 kilometres away, so the commute is a real consideration. Day to day, most errands are done by car, with buses connecting to the Mandurah line.

What is the postcode for Baldivis? +

The postcode for Baldivis, Western Australia is 6171. It covers this City of Rockingham suburb, 46 kilometres south of the Perth CBD.

What schools are in Baldivis? +

Local schools include Tranby College, Baldivis Primary School, Settlers Primary School and Makybe Rise Primary School, plus Ridge View Secondary College and Mother Teresa Catholic College. The 2021 Census age profile, with a median age of 31 and a large share of children, matches a suburb built around family housing and school catchments.

What is the average income in Baldivis? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Baldivis is about $941 per week (around $48,900 per year). The median household income is $2,096 per week and the median family income is $2,291 per week.

What is the age profile of Baldivis? +

The median age in Baldivis is 31. The largest age group is 5–14 (6,721 residents, around 18%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 9% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

What is the population of Baldivis? +

The population of Baldivis is 37,697 according to the 2021 Census, up 19.1% from 31,653 in 2016. Projecting that growth trend forward, the estimated 2026 population of Baldivis is around 44,900. This is a projection, not an official ABS figure.

How much is rent in Baldivis? +

In Baldivis, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,900 (2021 Census).