Winthrop
WA 6150 • Greater Perth
About Winthrop
Winthrop is an established southern Perth suburb in the City of Melville, positioned near Murdoch and about 14 km from Perth CBD. It had a 2021 Census population of 6,020 and is known for its planned residential streets and consistently strong owner-occupier presence. Developed largely in the 1980s, the suburb features predominantly detached family homes and mature streetscapes. Its location between major roads gives residents quick access to nearby employment, education and hospital precincts.
Lifestyle in Winthrop is centred on family living, with local parks, primary schooling and neighbourhood retail close at hand. Larger amenity hubs such as Murdoch, Booragoon and Fremantle are easily reached for shopping, dining and services. Public transport is supported by bus corridors and nearby Mandurah Line stations at Bull Creek and Murdoch. The suburb is popular with professional households and long-term residents seeking a quiet, well-connected suburban setting.
Winthrop falls under postcode 6150 and is governed by Melville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bateman electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 115 — Elizabeth Quay / Hamilton Hill 35-55 min
- 160 — Fremantle Station 30-40 min
- 502/503 — Bull Creek Station and Fremantle corridor 15-40 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Many commuters connect through Bull Creek or Murdoch for faster rail access to the city.
Residential streets and parks are pleasant for walking, but many trips still rely on buses or cars to reach major centres.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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2 Bartling Crescent
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Murdoch Drive
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Murdoch Drive (Cnr Marsengo Rd)
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Farrington Road
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Murdoch University Campus Carpark One South Street
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Jackson Avenue
Housing 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. Malaysia 475
- 2. Indonesia 426
- 3. England 287
- 4. Singapore 217
- 5. India 200
- 6. China 191
- 7. South Africa 104
- 8. Hong Kong 77
- 9. New Zealand 76
- 10. Italy 59
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)