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Floreat

WA 6014 • Greater Perth

8,621
Population (2021)
$63,180
Median Income
4.58 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
AffluentFamily-FriendlyLeafyBushlandPrestigious

About Floreat

Floreat is an affluent, leafy residential suburb located 8 kilometres west-northwest of the Perth CBD in the Town of Cambridge. With a population of 8,621 at the 2021 census and a median age of 42, it covers 4.6 square kilometres at 11 metres elevation. The suburb is one of Perth's most prestigious addresses, known for its wide tree-lined streets, large blocks, and proximity to both Bold Park bushland and the coast at City Beach.

Floreat offers a premium suburban lifestyle anchored by the Floreat Forum shopping centre, Perry Lakes Reserve, and the expansive Bold Park with its network of walking trails and native bushland. The suburb is home to the historic Perry Lakes Stadium site and is close to the Wembley Golf Course. It attracts established families and professionals drawn to its excellent schools (including Floreat Park Primary and nearby Churchlands SHS), large homes, and easy access to both the beach and the city.

Floreat falls under postcode 6014 and is governed by Cambridge Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Churchlands electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6014
Urban Area
Perth - West
LGA / Council
Cambridge
Federal Electorate
Curtin
State Electorate
Churchlands
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.94°, 115.79°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.58 km²
Elevation
11m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Leederville Station
4 km
N/A
Glendalough Station
3.5 km
40 min

Bus Services

  • 28 — Perth CBD via Cambridge Street 20 min
  • 81, 82 — City Beach / Floreat Beach 10 min
  • 97 — Subiaco / UWA 15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
15 min (from Glendalough, short drive)
By Bus
20 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Well-connected western suburb. Close to City West and Subiaco employment hubs.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Floreat Forum provides local shopping. Good access to Bold Park walking trails. Some areas more walkable than others.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Floreat Forum, 1 Howtree Place Floreat 6014 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,250
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,899
Census 2021
8,621
▲ 9.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$54,184
Income 2021
$63,180
▲ 16.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,064
Born Overseas 2,409

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 591
  • 2. South Africa 180
  • 3. China 142
  • 4. Malaysia 124
  • 5. Scotland 99
  • 6. New Zealand 98
  • 7. United States 93
  • 8. India 91
  • 9. Ireland 80
  • 10. Singapore 66

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,436
Australian 3,008
Irish 1,135
Scottish 990
Italian 574
Chinese 545
German 272
Dutch 222
Indian 195
Greek 183

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,829
Both parents born in Australia
3,038
Both parents born overseas
1,575
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.3%
No Religion
44.8%
Buddhism
1.5%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
412 (4.8%)
5-14 years
1,474 (17.1%)
15-19 years
729 (8.5%)
20-24 years
436 (5.1%)
25-34 years
533 (6.2%)
35-44 years
1,032 (12.0%)
45-54 years
1,435 (16.6%)
55-64 years
1,219 (14.1%)
65-74 years
767 (8.9%)
75-84 years
408 (4.7%)
85+ years
172 (2.0%)

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