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Parkerville

WA 6081 • Greater Perth

2,432
Population (2021)
$47,996
Median Income
19.04 km²
Area
$425/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyBushlandSemi-RuralAffluent

About Parkerville

Parkerville is a semi-rural residential suburb in Perth's eastern hills, approximately 32 kilometres east of the Perth CBD within the Shire of Mundaring. Covering nearly 19 square kilometres at an elevation of 255 metres, the suburb offers a genuine hills lifestyle with a population of 2,432 and a notably high median household income of $2,383 per week — well above the Perth metropolitan average. The suburb's median age of 42 and large proportion of school-aged children reflect its strong family character, with many residents on larger block sizes featuring native bush gardens and rural outlooks.

Parkerville is home to the heritage-listed Parkerville Children's Home site and sits adjacent to John Forrest National Park, offering residents direct access to bushwalking, cycling trails, and scenic jarrah forest. The suburb is well regarded for its schooling options, including strong independent school enrolments, and attracts families seeking space and a quieter lifestyle within reach of Perth. Public transport options are limited — the nearest Transperth train station is at Midland, approximately 10 kilometres west — making a car essential for most daily needs. The Great Eastern Highway provides the primary arterial link westward to the city.

Parkerville falls under postcode 6081 and is governed by Mundaring Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalamunda electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6081
Urban Area
Darlington - Mundaring - Chidlow
LGA / Council
Mundaring
Federal Electorate
Bullwinkel
State Electorate
Kalamunda
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.87°, 116.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
19.04 km²
Elevation
255m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland Station
10 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Transperth Route 307 — Midland Station (for onward rail to Perth) 15-20 min to Midland

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
32 km
By Train
Drive to Midland Station (~10 km), then Midland Line train to Perth (~35 min); total ~50-60 min
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway is the main route west to Perth. Park-and-ride at Midland is a popular option for commuters.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Parkerville is a low-density hills suburb with minimal walkable retail; a car is essential for virtually all daily needs and errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$425
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,015
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,325
Census 2021
2,432
▲ 4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,936
Income 2021
$47,996
▲ 20.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,832
Born Overseas 530

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 244
  • 2. New Zealand 68
  • 3. South Africa 33
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. Scotland 18
  • 6. Zimbabwe 16
  • 7. Ireland 15
  • 8. Netherlands 13
  • 9. India 8
  • 10. Japan 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,260
Australian 991
Scottish 279
Irish 217
German 112
Italian 83
Dutch 76
Australian Aboriginal 37
New Zealander 30
Chinese 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,138
Both parents born in Australia
723
Both parents born overseas
487
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.7%
Christianity
38.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
113 (4.6%)
5-14 years
362 (14.9%)
15-19 years
222 (9.1%)
20-24 years
108 (4.4%)
25-34 years
220 (9.0%)
35-44 years
312 (12.8%)
45-54 years
390 (16.0%)
55-64 years
379 (15.6%)
65-74 years
214 (8.8%)
75-84 years
96 (3.9%)
85+ years
18 (0.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parkerville known for? +

Parkerville is known for its semi-rural hills lifestyle, the heritage-listed Parkerville Children's Home site, and its proximity to John Forrest National Park. It is highly regarded for its spacious properties, native bush surroundings, and strong family-oriented community within Perth's eastern hills.

How far is Parkerville from Perth CBD? +

Parkerville is approximately 32 kilometres east of Perth CBD, a drive of around 25-50 minutes depending on traffic via the Great Eastern Highway.

Does Parkerville have public transport? +

Parkerville has limited Transperth bus services connecting to Midland Station (approximately 10 km west), where residents can access the Midland Line into Perth CBD in around 35 minutes. A car is essential for most daily travel in and around the suburb.

What is the population of Parkerville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Parkerville has a population of 2,432 residents, with a median age of 42 and a high proportion of families with school-aged children, reflecting its appeal as a family hills retreat.

Is Parkerville a good place to live? +

Parkerville is well suited to families and professionals who value space, nature, and a quieter lifestyle within reasonable commuting distance of Perth. High household incomes, excellent schools, and access to John Forrest National Park make it a premium hills address, though car dependency is a reality and urban amenities require a drive to Midland or further west.

What is the postcode for Parkerville? +

The postcode for Parkerville, WA is 6081.