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Greenfields

WA 6210 • Greater Perth

9,869
Population (2021)
$28,080
Median Income
9.96 km²
Area
$295/wk
Median Rent
AffordableRetirement-FriendlyCoastalEstablishedFamily-Friendly

About Greenfields

Greenfields is a residential suburb within the City of Mandurah, located approximately 72 kilometres south of Perth's CBD and forming part of the Greater Perth metropolitan area. The suburb has a population of around 9,870, with a median age of 47 reflecting its popularity among retirees and older families. Predominantly Australian-born with English and Scottish heritage, Greenfields sits at a low elevation of 7 metres on the coastal plain south of Perth.

Greenfields offers an affordable, laid-back lifestyle with median rents around 95 per week and mortgages significantly below Perth averages. The suburb is close to Mandurah's town centre, waterways, and the scenic Peel-Harvey Estuary, making it appealing for fishing, boating, and outdoor enthusiasts. Families with school-age children are well-served by local primary and secondary schools. The area has a strong community feel with a mix of established homes and newer developments.

Greenfields falls under postcode 6210 and is governed by Mandurah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mandurah electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6210
Urban Area
Mandurah
LGA / Council
Mandurah
Federal Electorate
Canning
State Electorate
Mandurah
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.53°, 115.76°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
9.96 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mandurah
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 586, 587 — Mandurah Station / Town Centre 10-15 min
  • 588 — Pinjarra via Greenfields 25 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
72 km
By Train
48-52 min (from Mandurah Station)
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-60 min

🛣️ Mandurah Line provides fast express service to Perth via Kwinana Freeway corridor

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car. Some local shops and schools are within walking distance, but the suburb is spread out with limited footpath connectivity.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,387
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

130 state housing + 27 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,855
Census 2021
9,869
▲ 0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,908
Income 2021
$28,080
▲ 12.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,014
Born Overseas 2,205

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 885
  • 2. New Zealand 360
  • 3. Philippines 168
  • 4. Scotland 83
  • 5. South Africa 73
  • 6. Thailand 55
  • 7. Netherlands 54
  • 8. Germany 48
  • 9. India 42
  • 10. Zimbabwe 30

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,716
Australian 3,864
Scottish 885
Irish 830
Australian Aboriginal 472
German 336
Italian 263
Dutch 199
Filipino 196
Maori 192

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,029
Both parents born in Australia
2,692
Both parents born overseas
1,455
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.0%
Christianity
41.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
502 (5.1%)
5-14 years
1,194 (12.1%)
15-19 years
512 (5.2%)
20-24 years
543 (5.5%)
25-34 years
996 (10.1%)
35-44 years
959 (9.7%)
45-54 years
1,104 (11.2%)
55-64 years
1,255 (12.7%)
65-74 years
1,192 (12.1%)
75-84 years
1,106 (11.2%)
85+ years
506 (5.1%)

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