Glendalough
WA 6016 • Greater Perth
About Glendalough
Glendalough is an inner suburb of Perth, located approximately 6 kilometres north-west of the CBD in the City of Stirling. With a population of around 2,600, this compact 0.7 km² suburb sits along the Mitchell Freeway corridor and is well-connected by public transport. Named after Glendalough in Ireland, the suburb has undergone significant urban renewal with modern apartment developments complementing established homes.
The suburb offers excellent transport connectivity with its own train station on the Joondalup Line, making it popular with commuters. Glendalough attracts young professionals and students who value affordability relative to nearby suburbs and easy CBD access. The area features local shops along Leeder Street and benefits from proximity to Herdsman Lake for outdoor recreation.
Glendalough falls under postcode 6016 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Churchlands electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 15 — Perth Busport via Harborne St 20 min
- 85 — Glendalough Station to Mirrabooka 25 min
Commute to Perth
🛣️ Glendalough Station on Joondalup Line provides fast, frequent service to Perth CBD
Some errands can be accomplished on foot; train station and local shops are accessible but freeway creates barriers
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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3-5 Parkland Road
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Matlock Street
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Killarney Street
Housing 2021 Census
107 state housing + 22 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 314
- 2. Nepal 86
- 3. England 83
- 4. Philippines 41
- 5. China 37
- 6. New Zealand 33
- 7. Ireland 29
- 8. Malaysia 23
- 9. Indonesia 21
- 10. South Africa 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)