Murdoch

WA 6150 • Greater Perth

3,352
Population (2021)
$30,368
Median Income
4.26 km²
Area
24m
Elevation

About Murdoch

Murdoch is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Melville (City) area. With a population of 3,352 and a median income of $30,368, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.26 km² at an elevation of 24m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Murdoch provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Murdoch falls under postcode 6150 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bibra Lake electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6150
Urban Area
Melville - South
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.07°, 115.84°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.26 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$445
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,037
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,524
Census 2021
3,352
4.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,908
Income 2021
$30,368
21.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,697
Born Overseas 1,387

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 227
  • 2. England 162
  • 3. Singapore 105
  • 4. India 103
  • 5. China 85
  • 6. Indonesia 55
  • 7. Philippines 53
  • 8. Hong Kong 49
  • 9. New Zealand 42
  • 10. South Africa 34
  • 11. Italy 33
  • 12. Sri Lanka 30
  • 13. United States 26
  • 14. Vietnam 23
  • 15. Ireland 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 929
Australian 752
Chinese 643
Scottish 244
Irish 234
Indian 147
Italian 131
German 79
Filipino 44
Dutch 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

959
Both parents born in Australia
1,660
Both parents born overseas
372
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.2%
No Religion
33.1%
Buddhism
4.7%
Islam
2.4%
Hinduism
2.2%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
97 (2.9%)
5-14 years
205 (6.1%)
15-19 years
310 (9.2%)
20-24 years
427 (12.7%)
25-34 years
393 (11.7%)
35-44 years
281 (8.4%)
45-54 years
255 (7.6%)
55-64 years
316 (9.4%)
65-74 years
419 (12.5%)
75-84 years
373 (11.1%)
85+ years
286 (8.5%)

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