Herne Hill

WA 6056 • Greater Perth

1,542
Population (2021)
$37,284
Median Income
17.26 km²
Area
23m
Elevation

About Herne Hill

Herne Hill is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Swan (City) area. With a population of 1,542 and a median income of $37,284, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.26 km² at an elevation of 23m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Herne Hill is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Herne Hill falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by Swan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swan Hills electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6056
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.83°, 116.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
17.26 km²
Elevation
23m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$335
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,831
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,526
Census 2021
1,542
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,384
Income 2021
$37,284
11.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,144
Born Overseas 329

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 104
  • 2. New Zealand 47
  • 3. Italy 41
  • 4. Croatia 27
  • 5. United States 10
  • 6. Ireland 7
  • 7. Vietnam 6
  • 8. Poland 5
  • 9. Canada 4
  • 10. Hong Kong 4
  • 11. Netherlands 4
  • 12. Philippines 4
  • 13. Scotland 4
  • 14. Germany 3
  • 15. South Africa 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 659
Australian 485
Italian 196
Irish 136
Scottish 122
Croatian 112
Dutch 35
German 29
Australian Aboriginal 25
Vietnamese 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

707
Both parents born in Australia
509
Both parents born overseas
246
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.9%
No Religion
38.4%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (5.2%)
5-14 years
181 (11.7%)
15-19 years
84 (5.4%)
20-24 years
79 (5.1%)
25-34 years
158 (10.2%)
35-44 years
163 (10.6%)
45-54 years
221 (14.3%)
55-64 years
223 (14.5%)
65-74 years
225 (14.6%)
75-84 years
108 (7.0%)
85+ years
28 (1.8%)

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