Innaloo

WA 6018 • Greater Perth

9,592
Population (2021)
$57,460
Median Income
3.18 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Beach LifestyleMulticulturalUrbanWell-ConnectedYoung Professionals

About Innaloo

Innaloo is a well-established suburb in Perth's northern corridor, located just 9 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Stirling. The suburb has a population of approximately 9,590 with a median age of 36, reflecting a diverse mix of young professionals, families, and retirees. Innaloo is notably multicultural, with 35% of residents born overseas, including significant communities from England, South Africa, China, and India. The suburb covers 3.2 square kilometres of flat coastal-plain terrain.

Innaloo is anchored by Westfield Innaloo (Event Cinemas complex) and the Scarborough Beach Road shopping strip, providing excellent retail and dining options including Coles and Woolworths. The suburb sits just minutes from Scarborough Beach, making it popular with beach lovers and surfers. With median household incomes of $1,862 per week and relatively affordable housing for its location, Innaloo attracts young professionals who want proximity to both the beach and the city. The suburb has a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Innaloo falls under postcode 6018 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Scarborough electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6018
Urban Area
Stirling - Inner South
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.89°, 115.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.18 km²
Elevation
18m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stirling
2.5 km
30 min
Glendalough
3 km
Joondalup Line

Bus Services

  • 423 — Stirling Station / Perth CBD 25-30 min
  • 400 — Perth CBD via Scarborough Beach Rd 30 min
  • 415 — Scarborough Beach 10 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
20-25 min (via Stirling Station)
By Bus
30-35 min (Route 400)
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Well-served by buses along Scarborough Beach Road; Stirling Station nearby for Joondalup Line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good walkability near Scarborough Beach Road shops and Westfield; quieter streets less connected

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Scarborough Beach Road Innaloo 6018 WA
  • Woolworths
    384 Scarborough Beach Road Innaloo 6018 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,900
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.8%

301 state housing + 31 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,251
Census 2021
9,592
16.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,152
Income 2021
$57,460
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,593
Born Overseas 3,340

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 555
  • 2. New Zealand 258
  • 3. South Africa 190
  • 4. China 176
  • 5. India 144
  • 6. Ireland 143
  • 7. Malaysia 121
  • 8. Italy 116
  • 9. Scotland 101
  • 10. Brazil 90

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,364
Australian 2,509
Irish 1,041
Scottish 849
Italian 640
Chinese 611
German 305
Indian 255
Dutch 164
Croatian 133

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,208
Both parents born in Australia
4,295
Both parents born overseas
1,381
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.0%
Christianity
38.1%
Buddhism
2.2%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
1.5%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
644 (6.7%)
5-14 years
703 (7.3%)
15-19 years
303 (3.2%)
20-24 years
567 (5.9%)
25-34 years
2,325 (24.2%)
35-44 years
1,651 (17.2%)
45-54 years
924 (9.6%)
55-64 years
877 (9.1%)
65-74 years
761 (7.9%)
75-84 years
511 (5.3%)
85+ years
329 (3.4%)

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