Guildford

WA 6055 • Greater Perth

2,040
Population (2021)
$45,500
Median Income
3.19 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
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About Guildford

Guildford is one of Perth's oldest and most historic suburbs, located approximately 13 kilometres north-east of the Perth CBD in the City of Swan. With a population of around 2,040 residents across 3.2 square kilometres, it sits along the Swan River near its confluence with the Helena River. The suburb is broadly heritage-listed, preserving a rich collection of colonial-era buildings, verandah-fronted shops and nineteenth-century residences that give it a distinctive character unlike almost anywhere else in metropolitan Perth.

The historic Guildford townsite offers a walkable village centre with antique shops, cafés, galleries and the iconic Rose & Crown Hotel. Residents enjoy proximity to the Swan Valley wine region, the Woodbridge House historic estate and extensive riverside parklands. The suburb attracts history enthusiasts, families and professionals who value its village charm combined with strong public transport links to the Perth CBD.

Guildford falls under postcode 6055 and is governed by Swan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Midland electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6055
Urban Area
Guildford - Hazelmere - Woodbridge
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 115.97°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.19 km²
Elevation
12m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Guildford Station
0.4 km
5 min
Woodbridge Station
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 290,291 — Midland / Redcliffe Station 15–20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
Approx 25 min on the Midland Line to Perth Station
By Bus
Change at Midland or connect via bus routes to train
By Car (Peak)
Approx 30–40 min via Great Eastern Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 20 min

🛣️ Guildford Station is a short walk from the town centre and provides frequent Transperth services to Perth CBD.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The historic village centre is walkable with shops, cafés and the train station within easy reach on foot. Surrounding residential streets are pleasant for walking.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,300
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4%

20 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,011
Census 2021
2,040
1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,948
Income 2021
$45,500
16.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,453
Born Overseas 515

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 180
  • 2. New Zealand 65
  • 3. Scotland 25
  • 4. India 21
  • 5. Singapore 15
  • 6. Italy 14
  • 7. South Africa 14
  • 8. United States 12
  • 9. Indonesia 11
  • 10. Ireland 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 881
Australian 731
Scottish 265
Irish 256
Italian 96
German 71
Australian Aboriginal 54
Dutch 46
Croatian 45
Chinese 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

905
Both parents born in Australia
605
Both parents born overseas
378
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.7%
Christianity
42.6%
Buddhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
77 (3.8%)
5-14 years
238 (11.7%)
15-19 years
165 (8.1%)
20-24 years
87 (4.3%)
25-34 years
181 (8.9%)
35-44 years
233 (11.4%)
45-54 years
321 (15.7%)
55-64 years
310 (15.2%)
65-74 years
206 (10.1%)
75-84 years
136 (6.7%)
85+ years
96 (4.7%)

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