Beckenham
WA 6107 • Greater Perth
About Beckenham
Beckenham is a diverse suburban locality in Perth's south-eastern corridor, located approximately 15 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Gosnells. With a population of 9,092 and a median age of 34, the suburb is home to a notably multicultural community, with large proportions of residents born in India, the Philippines, China, and Malaysia. Median household income sits at around $1,667 per week, reflecting a working and middle-class suburb typical of Perth's outer ring.
Beckenham offers a range of established suburban amenities including local shopping, parks, and schools serving its young, family-oriented population. The suburb is well-connected by Beckenham Train Station on the Armadale Line, providing easy access to the Perth CBD. Its multicultural character, affordable housing, and convenient transport links have made it a popular destination for newly arrived families and working professionals seeking a foothold in Greater Perth.
Beckenham falls under postcode 6107 and is governed by Gosnells Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cannington electorate.
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Schools
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386 Railway Parade
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147 Wharf Street
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147 Wharf Street
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275 Sevenoaks Street
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Gibbs Street
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Kenwick Road
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1 Moore Street
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94 Kenwick Road
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202 Treasure Road
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140 Railway Parade
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22 Dalton Place
Housing 2021 Census
54 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
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Demographics
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Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 773
- 2. Philippines 521
- 3. England 306
- 4. China 284
- 5. Malaysia 234
- 6. New Zealand 201
- 7. Indonesia 178
- 8. Myanmar 169
- 9. Afghanistan 119
- 10. Sri Lanka 102
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)