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Waikiki

WA 6169 • Greater Perth

12,453
Population (2021)
$38,480
Median Income
10.24 km²
Area
16m
Elevation
Beach LifestyleSurf CultureCoastalAffordable

About Waikiki

Waikiki is a beachside suburb 55 kilometres south of Perth in the City of Rockingham, sharing its name with Hawaii's famous beach. The suburb offers direct beach access and genuine surf culture, positioned along Perth's southern coastal strip.

The surf culture is authentic—local breaks attract dedicated surfers while families enjoy safer swimming spots. The community maintains a relaxed coastal atmosphere. Waikiki attracts surfers, beach lovers, and families seeking affordable beachside living south of Perth.

Waikiki falls under postcode 6169 and is governed by Rockingham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Baldivis electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6169
Urban Area
Rockingham - Central Coast
LGA
Rockingham
Federal Electorate
Brand
State Electorate
Baldivis
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.32°, 115.77°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
10.24 km²
Elevation
16m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Waikiki Village Shopping Centre, 7 Read Street Waikiki 6169 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,600
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,396
Census 2021
12,453
▲ 0.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,124
Income 2021
$38,480
▲ 16.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,933
Born Overseas 3,780

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,463
  • 2. New Zealand 579
  • 3. Philippines 228
  • 4. South Africa 206
  • 5. Scotland 198
  • 6. India 76
  • 7. Ireland 72
  • 8. Vietnam 57
  • 9. Wales 54
  • 10. Thailand 50
  • 11. Germany 48
  • 12. Zimbabwe 47
  • 13. Netherlands 40
  • 14. United States 36
  • 15. Indonesia 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,841
Australian 4,193
Scottish 1,269
Irish 1,141
Australian Aboriginal 377
German 348
Italian 328
Maori 308
Dutch 288
Filipino 264

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,935
Both parents born in Australia
4,783
Both parents born overseas
1,932
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.5%
Christianity
40.1%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
728 (5.8%)
5-14 years
1,803 (14.5%)
15-19 years
804 (6.5%)
20-24 years
705 (5.7%)
25-34 years
1,512 (12.1%)
35-44 years
1,510 (12.1%)
45-54 years
1,789 (14.4%)
55-64 years
1,716 (13.8%)
65-74 years
1,144 (9.2%)
75-84 years
553 (4.4%)
85+ years
180 (1.4%)

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