Mount Lawley

WA 6050 • Greater Perth

11,328
Population (2021)
$58,604
Median Income
4.34 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Heritage CharacterCafe CultureInner SuburbanPremium Living

About Mount Lawley

Mount Lawley is one of Perth's most desirable inner suburbs, 3 kilometres north of the CBD. The suburb features beautiful heritage homes, the vibrant Beaufort Street cafe strip, and proximity to the Maylands riverside precinct. Character and convenience combine here exceptionally.

Beaufort Street defines the lifestyle—excellent cafes, restaurants, and boutiques create village atmosphere in an urban setting. The heritage homes attract character-seekers, while the location suits professionals. Mount Lawley draws those seeking inner-city living with genuine Perth character.

Mount Lawley falls under postcode 6050 and is governed by Bayswater Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Lawley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6050
Urban Area
Stirling - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.93°, 115.88°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.34 km²
Elevation
44m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,200
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

38 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
11,125
Census 2021
11,328
1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,464
Income 2021
$58,604
20.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,217
Born Overseas 3,600

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 793
  • 2. New Zealand 243
  • 3. Italy 238
  • 4. Scotland 141
  • 5. India 132
  • 6. Vietnam 132
  • 7. Malaysia 131
  • 8. South Africa 129
  • 9. China 113
  • 10. Ireland 86

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,199
Australian 3,055
Irish 1,369
Scottish 1,189
Italian 1,115
Chinese 568
German 390
Indian 252
Vietnamese 238
Greek 224

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,024
Both parents born in Australia
4,803
Both parents born overseas
1,935
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.7%
Christianity
37.9%
Buddhism
2.0%
Hinduism
1.5%
Islam
1.1%
Judaism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
516 (4.6%)
5-14 years
998 (8.8%)
15-19 years
593 (5.2%)
20-24 years
851 (7.5%)
25-34 years
2,064 (18.2%)
35-44 years
1,676 (14.8%)
45-54 years
1,420 (12.5%)
55-64 years
1,327 (11.7%)
65-74 years
1,058 (9.3%)
75-84 years
498 (4.4%)
85+ years
316 (2.8%)

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