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Bateman

WA 6150 • Greater Perth

3,832
Population (2021)
$44,304
Median Income
1.96 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentHistoric

About Bateman

Bateman is a quiet, leafy residential suburb located in Perth's southern suburbs, within the City of Melville local government area, approximately 12 kilometres south of the Perth CBD. With a population of around 3,832 residents spread across 1.96 square kilometres, the suburb features predominantly detached housing on generous blocks, shaded by established street trees. The suburb takes its name from the Bateman family, early merchants who arrived in Western Australia in 1830 aboard the Medina and played an influential role in the colony's commercial development.

Bateman offers an appealing family-friendly lifestyle with a median age of 41 and strong household incomes — placing it among the more prosperous suburbs in the Melville area. The suburb benefits from proximity to Bull Creek railway station on its north-eastern boundary, providing direct rail access to Perth CBD and Mandurah. Residents enjoy easy access to Murdoch University, the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct, and the shopping centres of Booragoon (Garden City) and Westfield Booragoon. Applecross Senior High School and several primary schools in adjacent suburbs serve local families, while Wireless Hill Park to the north provides a popular bushland retreat.

Bateman falls under postcode 6150 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bateman electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6150
Urban Area
Melville - South
LGA / Council
Melville
Federal Electorate
Tangney
State Electorate
Bateman
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.06°, 115.85°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.96 km²
Elevation
25m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bull Creek Station
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • 570, 571 — Booragoon / Murdoch 10-20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
~20 min from Bull Creek to Perth Underground (Mandurah Line)
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bull Creek station on the Mandurah Line is the primary rapid transit option; Kwinana Freeway provides direct road access to Perth CBD.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable to Bull Creek station and local parks; car useful for shopping centres and broader amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

19 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,717
Census 2021
3,832
▲ 3.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,244
Income 2021
$44,304
▲ 22.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,080
Born Overseas 1,650

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 232
  • 2. England 207
  • 3. India 148
  • 4. China 138
  • 5. Singapore 123
  • 6. Indonesia 79
  • 7. Hong Kong 65
  • 8. South Africa 63
  • 9. New Zealand 50
  • 10. Scotland 44

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,140
Australian 992
Chinese 808
Scottish 334
Irish 274
Indian 188
Italian 168
German 97
Dutch 64
South African 52

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,123
Both parents born in Australia
2,065
Both parents born overseas
525
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
35.2%
Buddhism
5.4%
Hinduism
2.9%
Islam
1.8%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
185 (4.8%)
5-14 years
519 (13.5%)
15-19 years
265 (6.9%)
20-24 years
220 (5.7%)
25-34 years
368 (9.6%)
35-44 years
512 (13.4%)
45-54 years
540 (14.1%)
55-64 years
450 (11.7%)
65-74 years
413 (10.8%)
75-84 years
248 (6.5%)
85+ years
101 (2.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Bateman WA? +

Bateman is served by Bull Creek railway station on its north-eastern boundary, which sits on the Mandurah Line. Trains run to Perth CBD (Perth Underground) in approximately 20 minutes.

What schools are near Bateman WA? +

Bateman is close to Bateman Primary School and is within the Applecross Senior High School catchment, one of Perth's most highly regarded public high schools. Several Catholic and independent schools are also accessible in neighbouring suburbs.

What is Bateman known for? +

Bateman is known for its leafy, quiet streetscapes, proximity to Bull Creek station, and its location near major healthcare and education facilities including Fiona Stanley Hospital and Murdoch University.

What LGA is Bateman in? +

Bateman is located within the City of Melville, one of Perth's southern metropolitan local government areas.