Beeliar

WA 6164 • Greater Perth

8,617
Population (2021)
$51,168
Median Income
11.42 km²
Area
$385/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBushlandGrowth SuburbMid-RangeNew Development

About Beeliar

Beeliar is a modern residential suburb in Perth's southern corridor, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of the Perth CBD within the City of Cockburn. With a population of around 8,617 and a median age of 34, Beeliar is predominantly populated by young families, supported by a median household income of $2,206 per week and an average household size of 2.8 persons. The suburb spans approximately 11.4 square kilometres and borders Beeliar Regional Park, one of Perth's most significant urban bushland and wetland reserves.

Residents enjoy direct access to Beeliar Regional Park and its connected wetlands system, offering walking trails, birdwatching, and natural open space right on the doorstep. The nearby Cockburn Central precinct delivers major retail, dining, and entertainment options, and Cockburn Central Train Station on the Mandurah Line provides direct connections to the Perth CBD. Modern streetscapes, quality schools, and family-oriented facilities have made Beeliar an appealing destination for young families seeking space and community in a well-serviced southern suburb.

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

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📍 Location

Postcode
6164
Urban Area
Cockburn - Central
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.14°, 115.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
11.42 km²
Elevation
63m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    8 Durnin Avenue Beeliar 6164 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$385
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,080
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

103 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,454
Census 2021
8,617
15.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,668
Income 2021
$51,168
14.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,396
Born Overseas 2,909

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 533
  • 2. England 523
  • 3. New Zealand 287
  • 4. South Africa 166
  • 5. Italy 96
  • 6. Croatia 81
  • 7. Scotland 75
  • 8. India 73
  • 9. China 66
  • 10. Zimbabwe 63

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,854
Australian 2,585
Italian 929
Scottish 691
Filipino 620
Irish 594
Croatian 304
Chinese 216
German 205
Australian Aboriginal 194

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,020
Both parents born in Australia
3,858
Both parents born overseas
1,383
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.7%
No Religion
40.3%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
711 (8.3%)
5-14 years
1,259 (14.6%)
15-19 years
561 (6.5%)
20-24 years
525 (6.1%)
25-34 years
1,350 (15.7%)
35-44 years
1,447 (16.8%)
45-54 years
1,224 (14.2%)
55-64 years
847 (9.8%)
65-74 years
489 (5.7%)
75-84 years
172 (2.0%)
85+ years
53 (0.6%)

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