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Nedlands

WA 6009 • Greater Perth

10,561
Population (2021)
$58,292
Median Income
5.32 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
PremiumUniversity AreaRiversideAffluent

About Nedlands

Nedlands is one of Perth's most prestigious suburbs, 6 kilometres west of the CBD along the Swan River. The suburb houses the University of Western Australia and features beautiful river frontage, heritage homes, and tree-lined streets. Established wealth is evident throughout.

Academic and professional character defines Nedlands—UWA brings intellectual life while the homes attract Perth's most established families. River access, premium schools, and quiet streets create highly sought-after living. Nedlands represents Perth's genteel affluence.

Nedlands falls under postcode 6009 and is governed by Nedlands Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Nedlands electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6009
Urban Area
Perth - West
LGA / Council
Nedlands
Federal Electorate
Curtin
State Electorate
Nedlands
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.98°, 115.80°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
5.32 km²
Elevation
29m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,347
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.3%

12 state housing + 37 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,194
Census 2021
10,561
▲ 3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,788
Income 2021
$58,292
▲ 22.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,588
Born Overseas 3,653

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 679
  • 2. Malaysia 341
  • 3. China 299
  • 4. India 192
  • 5. South Africa 174
  • 6. Singapore 172
  • 7. United States 141
  • 8. New Zealand 130
  • 9. Scotland 116
  • 10. Sri Lanka 87

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,973
Australian 3,154
Chinese 1,346
Scottish 1,172
Irish 1,154
German 404
Indian 372
Italian 365
Dutch 217
Welsh 129

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,981
Both parents born in Australia
4,420
Both parents born overseas
1,796
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.4%
No Religion
43.4%
Buddhism
2.1%
Hinduism
2.0%
Islam
1.3%
Judaism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
460 (4.4%)
5-14 years
1,461 (13.8%)
15-19 years
718 (6.8%)
20-24 years
828 (7.8%)
25-34 years
1,006 (9.5%)
35-44 years
1,227 (11.6%)
45-54 years
1,418 (13.4%)
55-64 years
1,217 (11.5%)
65-74 years
1,149 (10.9%)
75-84 years
720 (6.8%)
85+ years
351 (3.3%)

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