Parkwood
WA 6147 • Greater Perth
About Parkwood
Parkwood is a residential suburb in the City of Canning, located approximately 16 kilometres south of Perth's CBD in Western Australia. Home to around 5,995 residents with a median age of 42, the suburb has a notably diverse and multicultural community, with a significant proportion of residents born in Malaysia, China, India, and Singapore. The median household income of $1,599 per week reflects a comfortable cost of living, supported by a mix of detached family homes and established housing stock.
Residents benefit from proximity to Carousel Shopping Centre in nearby Cannington, one of Perth's largest retail destinations, as well as local parks and community facilities within the suburb. Parkwood is well connected via Roe Highway and Leach Highway, and is close to several schools and services. The suburb's strong multicultural character is reflected in its diverse local businesses, places of worship, and community groups, making it a welcoming environment for families and newcomers alike.
Parkwood falls under postcode 6147 and is governed by Canning Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Riverton electorate.
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Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Coles353-361 High Road Parkwood 6147 WA
Schools
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Brookman Avenue
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Southgate Road
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17 Barnston Way
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20 Purley Crescent
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High Road (Cnr Metcalfe Rd)
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9 Zelkova Way
Housing 2021 Census
17 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Malaysia 555
- 2. England 420
- 3. India 250
- 4. China 239
- 5. Singapore 171
- 6. New Zealand 146
- 7. South Africa 74
- 8. Indonesia 65
- 9. Philippines 62
- 10. South Korea 52
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)