Oakford

WA 6121 • Greater Perth

2,803
Population (2021)
$43,264
Median Income
46.91 km²
Area
22m
Elevation

About Oakford

Oakford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Serpentine-Jarrahdale (Shire) area. With a population of 2,803 and a median income of $43,264, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 46.91 km² at an elevation of 22m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Oakford is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Oakford falls under postcode 6121 and is governed by Serpentine-Jarrahdale Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oakford electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6121
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.21°, 115.93°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
46.91 km²
Elevation
22m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,632
Census 2021
2,803
6.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,480
Income 2021
$43,264
12.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,141
Born Overseas 584

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 243
  • 2. New Zealand 51
  • 3. South Africa 44
  • 4. Scotland 20
  • 5. Italy 18
  • 6. Philippines 16
  • 7. Netherlands 13
  • 8. India 10
  • 9. Singapore 9
  • 10. Ireland 8
  • 11. United States 8
  • 12. Vietnam 8
  • 13. Germany 7
  • 14. Malaysia 7
  • 15. Croatia 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,290
Australian 1,155
Scottish 237
Irish 224
Italian 184
Dutch 132
German 85
South African 43
Australian Aboriginal 40
New Zealander 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,371
Both parents born in Australia
822
Both parents born overseas
526
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.9%
No Religion
46.3%
Islam
0.7%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
119 (4.2%)
5-14 years
420 (15.0%)
15-19 years
219 (7.8%)
20-24 years
170 (6.1%)
25-34 years
227 (8.1%)
35-44 years
349 (12.5%)
45-54 years
444 (15.8%)
55-64 years
462 (16.5%)
65-74 years
264 (9.4%)
75-84 years
104 (3.7%)
85+ years
16 (0.6%)

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