Wilson

WA 6107 • Greater Perth

6,608
Population (2021)
$39,104
Median Income
3.98 km²
Area
12m
Elevation

About Wilson

Wilson is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Canning (City) area. With a population of 6,608 and a median income of $39,104, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.98 km² at an elevation of 12m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Wilson provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Wilson falls under postcode 6107 and is governed by Canning Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cannington electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6107
Urban Area
Canning - North-East
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.02°, 115.91°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.98 km²
Elevation
12m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,376
Census 2021
6,608
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,768
Income 2021
$39,104
40.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,284
Born Overseas 3,061

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malaysia 387
  • 2. England 317
  • 3. China 305
  • 4. India 268
  • 5. Indonesia 141
  • 6. Singapore 110
  • 7. Pakistan 103
  • 8. New Zealand 96
  • 9. South Korea 85
  • 10. Hong Kong 79
  • 11. Philippines 65
  • 12. South Africa 63
  • 13. Italy 55
  • 14. Vietnam 50
  • 15. Sri Lanka 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,833
Australian 1,414
Chinese 1,129
Irish 465
Scottish 405
Indian 297
Italian 280
Dutch 167
German 146
Australian Aboriginal 136

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,771
Both parents born in Australia
3,708
Both parents born overseas
745
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.1%
No Religion
36.1%
Islam
7.0%
Buddhism
5.7%
Hinduism
2.6%
Sikhism
1.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
380 (5.8%)
5-14 years
626 (9.5%)
15-19 years
309 (4.7%)
20-24 years
656 (9.9%)
25-34 years
1,246 (18.9%)
35-44 years
907 (13.7%)
45-54 years
656 (9.9%)
55-64 years
707 (10.7%)
65-74 years
518 (7.8%)
75-84 years
378 (5.7%)
85+ years
225 (3.4%)

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