Quinns Rocks

WA 6030 • Greater Perth

8,861
Population (2021)
$44,980
Median Income
4.18 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlySuburbanCommuter Belt

About Quinns Rocks

Quinns Rocks is a coastal suburb within the City of Wanneroo, located approximately 40 kilometres north of Perth's CBD in the Greater Perth region. With a population of 8,861 and a median age of 38, the suburb has a predominantly family-oriented demographic and notable representation from residents born in England and South Africa, reflecting Perth's broader migration patterns. The median household income of $2,077 per week is above the national average, and housing is largely made up of modern family homes.

The suburb takes its name from the rocky limestone coastline along its western edge, where residents enjoy beach access, snorkelling spots, and sweeping ocean views. Quinns Rocks is served by local shopping at Quinns Village, with Mindarie Marina and the Mitchell Freeway extension nearby for city commuters. Its combination of coastal lifestyle, family-friendly parks, and newer housing stock makes it a popular choice for families and tradespeople working across Perth's northern growth corridor.

Quinns Rocks falls under postcode 6030 and is governed by Wanneroo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mindarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6030
Urban Area
Yanchep - Two Rocks
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.67°, 115.70°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.18 km²
Elevation
34m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,907
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

63 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,734
Census 2021
8,861
1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,492
Income 2021
$44,980
20.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,821
Born Overseas 3,585

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,731
  • 2. South Africa 420
  • 3. New Zealand 317
  • 4. Scotland 206
  • 5. Ireland 94
  • 6. Wales 70
  • 7. Zimbabwe 66
  • 8. Germany 41
  • 9. Canada 29
  • 10. Netherlands 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,415
Australian 2,493
Irish 974
Scottish 963
Italian 324
South African 320
German 289
Australian Aboriginal 193
Dutch 192
Welsh 151

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,666
Both parents born in Australia
4,431
Both parents born overseas
1,282
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.3%
Christianity
40.2%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
471 (5.3%)
5-14 years
1,291 (14.6%)
15-19 years
710 (8.0%)
20-24 years
631 (7.1%)
25-34 years
1,012 (11.4%)
35-44 years
1,106 (12.5%)
45-54 years
1,498 (16.9%)
55-64 years
1,178 (13.3%)
65-74 years
620 (7.0%)
75-84 years
265 (3.0%)
85+ years
85 (1.0%)

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