Westminster

WA 6061 • Greater Perth

7,042
Population (2021)
$39,988
Median Income
2.31 km²
Area
$330/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanMulticulturalAffordableWell-ConnectedFamily-Friendly

About Westminster

Westminster is a suburb approximately 10 kilometres north of Perth's CBD in Western Australia, within the City of Stirling. Covering 2.4 square kilometres with a population of around 7,042 at the 2021 census, it was formerly the southern part of Balga before being renamed in 1995 at the request of residents. The suburb is a multicultural residential area with a diverse community and a mix of older homes and renovated properties.

Westminster offers an affordable inner-suburban lifestyle with good access to Perth's amenities. The suburb features local parks including Ted Cross Reserve, nearby shopping at Mirrabooka Square and Stirling Central, and a range of schools. Public transport connections are strong, with Stirling Station on the Joondalup Line providing fast access to the CBD. The area attracts a mix of young professionals, families, and long-term residents who value its central location and multicultural community.

Westminster falls under postcode 6061 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Balcatta electorate.

📰 Featured In

🌍 Most Multicultural Suburbs in Perth

📍 Location

Postcode
6061
Urban Area
Stirling - Inner South
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.87°, 115.84°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
2.31 km²
Elevation
50m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Stirling Station
2.5 km
30 min
Glendalough Station
3 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 375, 376 — Perth CBD / Stirling Station 20-30 min
  • 340, 341 — Mirrabooka / Perth CBD 25-35 min
  • 390 — Morley / Bassendean 20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
15-20 min (from Stirling Station)
By Bus
25-35 min
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Well-served by bus routes. Stirling Station is the nearest train station for fast CBD access.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some local amenities and parks within walking distance, with good bus connections. A car is useful but not essential for daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Stirling Central Shopping Centre, 478 Wanneroo Road Westminster 6061 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.6%

175 state housing + 40 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,203
Census 2021
7,042
13.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,136
Income 2021
$39,988
24.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,131
Born Overseas 3,428

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 632
  • 2. Philippines 188
  • 3. Vietnam 179
  • 4. England 176
  • 5. New Zealand 138
  • 6. North Macedonia 120
  • 7. Italy 101
  • 8. Iraq 95
  • 9. Malaysia 78
  • 10. Ireland 71

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,391
Australian 1,156
Indian 564
Italian 472
Irish 412
Scottish 321
Chinese 288
Macedonian 235
Filipino 222
Vietnamese 217

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,355
Both parents born in Australia
4,539
Both parents born overseas
654
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.3%
No Religion
26.2%
Islam
8.9%
Hinduism
7.3%
Buddhism
4.0%
Sikhism
3.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
581 (8.3%)
5-14 years
720 (10.2%)
15-19 years
275 (3.9%)
20-24 years
461 (6.5%)
25-34 years
1,547 (22.0%)
35-44 years
1,239 (17.6%)
45-54 years
722 (10.3%)
55-64 years
637 (9.0%)
65-74 years
448 (6.4%)
75-84 years
308 (4.4%)
85+ years
101 (1.4%)

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