St James
WA 6102 • Greater Perth
About St James
St James is a compact, multicultural suburb within the City of Canning in Perth's inner southern corridor, located approximately 5 kilometres south-east of the CBD. With a population of around 4,894 and a median age of just 32, the suburb has one of the younger demographic profiles in the area, driven in part by its proximity to Curtin University and a well-established international student and young professional community. Nearly half of all residents were born overseas, with strong Indian, Malaysian, Chinese, and Nepalese communities contributing to the suburb's vibrant cultural diversity.
St James is well-connected by public transport, with easy access to major arterial routes and bus services linking residents to the Perth CBD and surrounding employment hubs. The suburb's compact size and affordable rents attract students, young professionals, and first-home buyers seeking inner-city convenience without premium prices. Local amenities include neighbourhood parks and cafes, while the shopping options of nearby Cannington — including Westfield Carousel — are just a short drive away.
St James falls under postcode 6102 and is governed by Canning Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Victoria Park electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Nyamup Way (Cnr Hedley St)
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Hedley Street
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Marquis Street
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91 Coolgardie Street
Housing 2021 Census
175 state housing + 14 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. England 206
- 2. India 166
- 3. Malaysia 130
- 4. China 101
- 5. New Zealand 97
- 6. Nepal 74
- 7. Philippines 61
- 8. Pakistan 55
- 9. Vietnam 55
- 10. Indonesia 52
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)