Dianella

WA 6059 • Greater Perth

24,169
Population (2021)
$41,028
Median Income
10.74 km²
Area
$340/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedInner SuburbanMulticulturalMature Trees

About Dianella

Dianella is an established Perth suburb of 24,000 residents, located 9 kilometres north of the CBD in the City of Stirling. Post-war development created a classic suburban streetscape that's now maturing nicely, with the shopping strips and reserves providing local amenity. The suburb sits between the bustling Morley and the coast, offering quiet residential living.

Life here is distinctly established suburban—older homes on good-sized blocks, mature trees, and long-term residents who've watched the area develop. The multicultural community includes significant Italian and Asian populations. Dianella attracts families seeking inner suburban living without inner-city prices, and those who appreciate mature suburbs with character.

Dianella falls under postcode 6059 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Morley electorate.

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🌍 Most Multicultural Suburbs in Perth

📍 Location

Postcode
6059
Urban Area
Stirling - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.89°, 115.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
10.74 km²
Elevation
33m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Shop 66 Dianella Plaza 366 Grand Promenade Dianella 6059 WA
  • Woolworths
    360-366 Grand Promenade Dianella 6059 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.8%

212 state housing + 56 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
23,486
Census 2021
24,169
2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,412
Income 2021
$41,028
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 13,726
Born Overseas 9,532

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,010
  • 2. Vietnam 883
  • 3. South Africa 686
  • 4. India 656
  • 5. Italy 636
  • 6. China 529
  • 7. Malaysia 449
  • 8. New Zealand 368
  • 9. North Macedonia 236
  • 10. Philippines 203

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 6,132
Australian 5,051
Italian 3,215
Chinese 1,977
Irish 1,738
Scottish 1,509
Vietnamese 1,106
Indian 865
Greek 653
Macedonian 646

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

6,539
Both parents born in Australia
13,446
Both parents born overseas
3,267
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.9%
No Religion
29.8%
Judaism
5.4%
Islam
4.6%
Buddhism
4.5%
Hinduism
1.7%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,206 (5.0%)
5-14 years
2,512 (10.4%)
15-19 years
1,304 (5.4%)
20-24 years
1,469 (6.1%)
25-34 years
2,968 (12.3%)
35-44 years
3,120 (12.9%)
45-54 years
3,322 (13.7%)
55-64 years
3,065 (12.7%)
65-74 years
2,532 (10.5%)
75-84 years
1,847 (7.6%)
85+ years
815 (3.4%)

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