Dawesville

WA 6211 • Greater Perth

7,143
Population (2021)
$33,436
Median Income
12.77 km²
Area
18m
Elevation

About Dawesville

Dawesville is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Mandurah (City) area. With a population of 7,143 and a median income of $33,436, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 12.77 km² at an elevation of 18m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Dawesville provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Dawesville falls under postcode 6211 and is governed by Mandurah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Dawesville electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6211
Urban Area
Mandurah
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.63°, 115.64°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
12.77 km²
Elevation
18m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    71 Dandaragan Drive Dawesville 6211 WA

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,824
Census 2021
7,143
22.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,160
Income 2021
$33,436
10.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,938
Born Overseas 1,859

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 909
  • 2. New Zealand 228
  • 3. South Africa 128
  • 4. Scotland 89
  • 5. Philippines 34
  • 6. India 33
  • 7. Wales 33
  • 8. Ireland 29
  • 9. United States 29
  • 10. Zimbabwe 28
  • 11. Germany 27
  • 12. Indonesia 23
  • 13. Netherlands 19
  • 14. Thailand 19
  • 15. Canada 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,683
Australian 2,618
Scottish 767
Irish 723
German 264
Italian 251
Dutch 186
Australian Aboriginal 134
New Zealander 95
South African 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,449
Both parents born in Australia
2,263
Both parents born overseas
1,072
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.3%
Christianity
42.1%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
388 (5.4%)
5-14 years
1,058 (14.8%)
15-19 years
432 (6.0%)
20-24 years
280 (3.9%)
25-34 years
692 (9.7%)
35-44 years
859 (12.0%)
45-54 years
910 (12.7%)
55-64 years
878 (12.3%)
65-74 years
1,096 (15.3%)
75-84 years
500 (7.0%)
85+ years
63 (0.9%)

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