Roleystone

WA 6111 • Greater Perth

6,848
Population (2021)
$45,292
Median Income
38.52 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyHillsSemi-RuralBushlandNature

About Roleystone

Roleystone is a leafy hills suburb located 30 kilometres southeast of Perth in the City of Armadale, Western Australia. With a population of around 6,800, it sits nestled in the Darling Scarp foothills surrounded by jarrah forest and orchards. The suburb has a semi-rural character with large blocks and bushland settings, attracting families seeking a quieter lifestyle close to the city.

The suburb is home to the renowned Araluen Botanic Park, which draws visitors from across Perth during its annual tulip festival. Roleystone offers a strong community feel with local sporting clubs, a primary school, and the Roleystone Shopping Centre for daily needs. The area appeals to families and nature lovers who value bushland living within commuting distance of Perth CBD.

Roleystone falls under postcode 6111 and is governed by Armadale Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Darling Range electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6111
Urban Area
Armadale - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.12°, 116.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
38.52 km²
Elevation
161m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Armadale Station
8 km
95 min
Kelmscott Station
6 km
70 min

Bus Services

  • 225 — Armadale Station 15 min
  • 226 — Kelmscott Station 12 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
55 min (bus+train)
By Car (Peak)
45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Bus to Armadale/Kelmscott station then train to Perth

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hills suburb with limited footpaths; most errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,058
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

3 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,634
Census 2021
6,848
3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,948
Income 2021
$45,292
16.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,639
Born Overseas 1,992

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 979
  • 2. New Zealand 154
  • 3. South Africa 112
  • 4. Scotland 85
  • 5. Netherlands 47
  • 6. Ireland 44
  • 7. United States 43
  • 8. Germany 34
  • 9. India 33
  • 10. Zimbabwe 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,616
Australian 2,371
Scottish 762
Irish 684
Italian 387
German 265
Dutch 263
Welsh 89
Indian 82
New Zealander 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,756
Both parents born in Australia
2,618
Both parents born overseas
1,250
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.0%
Christianity
38.7%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
329 (4.8%)
5-14 years
888 (13.0%)
15-19 years
440 (6.4%)
20-24 years
307 (4.5%)
25-34 years
626 (9.1%)
35-44 years
891 (13.0%)
45-54 years
1,056 (15.4%)
55-64 years
987 (14.4%)
65-74 years
895 (13.1%)
75-84 years
348 (5.1%)
85+ years
70 (1.0%)

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