Myaree

WA 6154 • Greater Perth

2,105
Population (2021)
$45,552
Median Income
1.42 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Commercial HubConvenientEstablishedWell-ConnectedUrban

About Myaree

Myaree is a mixed-use suburb located 11 kilometres south of the Perth CBD within the City of Melville. With a population of around 2,105 (2021 census), it takes its name from an Aboriginal word meaning foliage. Established in the 1950s, the suburb has a mix of residential streets and light industrial areas, with roads named after World War I soldiers and early settlers.

Myaree is known as a retail and commercial hub, home to numerous showrooms, homeware stores, and services along Marmion Street and North Lake Road. Residents enjoy proximity to Westfield Booragoon (Garden City) shopping centre and Marmion Reserve with its lake and walking paths. The suburb appeals to professionals and owner-occupiers who value convenience, with 77% owner-occupied homes and easy access to both Fremantle and Perth CBD.

Myaree falls under postcode 6154 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bicton electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6154
Urban Area
Melville - North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.04°, 115.82°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.42 km²
Elevation
16m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bull Creek
3.6 km
44 min
Canning Bridge
4.2 km
52 min

Bus Services

  • 915 — Fremantle to Bull Creek Station (high frequency) 15-20 min
  • 114 — Elizabeth Quay Bus Station via Marmion St 30-40 min
  • 160 — Fremantle to WACA Ground via North Lake Rd 20-30 min
  • 502 — Fremantle to Bull Creek Station via Leach Hwy 15-20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
25-30 min (from Bull Creek)
By Bus
30-40 min
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Well-served by bus routes; closest train station is Bull Creek on the Mandurah line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot along main commercial strips but residential areas are car-oriented

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

4 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,945
Census 2021
2,105
8.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,816
Income 2021
$45,552
23.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,475
Born Overseas 581

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 157
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. India 29
  • 4. South Africa 27
  • 5. Scotland 26
  • 6. Ireland 22
  • 7. Italy 20
  • 8. Indonesia 19
  • 9. China 16
  • 10. Brazil 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 875
Australian 700
Irish 250
Scottish 235
Italian 141
Chinese 78
German 69
Croatian 41
Dutch 35
Indian 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

917
Both parents born in Australia
777
Both parents born overseas
331
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
45.2%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
117 (5.6%)
5-14 years
275 (13.1%)
15-19 years
130 (6.2%)
20-24 years
107 (5.1%)
25-34 years
194 (9.2%)
35-44 years
285 (13.5%)
45-54 years
285 (13.5%)
55-64 years
173 (8.2%)
65-74 years
160 (7.6%)
75-84 years
181 (8.6%)
85+ years
201 (9.5%)

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