Rossmoyne

WA 6148 • Greater Perth

3,638
Population (2021)
$37,960
Median Income
1.64 km²
Area
$465/wk
Median Rent
RiversideFamily-FriendlyAffluentEstablishedMulticultural

About Rossmoyne

Rossmoyne is a well-established riverside suburb in Perth's southern corridor, situated approximately 17 kilometres south of the CBD within the City of Canning. With a population of 3,638 and a median age of 48, the suburb is known for its affluent, family-friendly character and premium riverside setting along the Canning River. Median household income is strong, reflecting the suburb's desirable location and quality housing stock that includes family homes and riverside properties. A notable proportion of residents have Asian heritage, giving the community a multicultural character.

Rossmoyne is perhaps best known for Rossmoyne Senior High School, one of Perth's most sought-after public secondary schools with selective entry pathways that draw families from across the metropolitan area. The suburb borders the Canning River Regional Park, offering residents extensive walking, cycling, and kayaking opportunities along the scenic foreshore. Bull Creek train station on the Mandurah Line is the nearest rail connection, while bus services link the suburb to Cannington and the broader south metropolitan network. The area's quiet streets, parkland, and strong school catchment make it a perennial favourite for families.

Rossmoyne falls under postcode 6148 and is governed by Canning Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Riverton electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6148
Urban Area
Canning - Central
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.04°, 115.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
1.64 km²
Elevation
13m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bull Creek
3.5 km
N/A
Cannington
4 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 531, 532 — Cannington and Bull Creek stations 10-15 min to station, then 25-30 min to Perth CBD

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
Bus to Bull Creek then Mandurah Line (~40-45 min total)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Kwinana Freeway nearby; no train station within suburb

Walkability Car-Dependent

Primarily car-dependent for daily errands; walkable for riverfront recreation but limited retail on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$465
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,741
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
48 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

3 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,321
Census 2021
3,638
9.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,280
Income 2021
$37,960
14.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,917
Born Overseas 1,622

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 292
  • 2. India 213
  • 3. Malaysia 187
  • 4. China 161
  • 5. Singapore 94
  • 6. Sri Lanka 62
  • 7. New Zealand 60
  • 8. South Africa 60
  • 9. Indonesia 51
  • 10. Scotland 34

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,184
Australian 858
Chinese 683
Scottish 290
Irish 245
Indian 241
Italian 106
German 89
Dutch 62
Polish 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,009
Both parents born in Australia
2,035
Both parents born overseas
476
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.8%
No Religion
34.2%
Hinduism
5.2%
Buddhism
5.0%
Islam
2.2%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
109 (3.0%)
5-14 years
528 (14.5%)
15-19 years
270 (7.4%)
20-24 years
191 (5.3%)
25-34 years
169 (4.6%)
35-44 years
400 (11.0%)
45-54 years
474 (13.0%)
55-64 years
436 (12.0%)
65-74 years
401 (11.0%)
75-84 years
405 (11.1%)
85+ years
260 (7.1%)

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