Balcatta - Hamersley, WA 6687
Inner-Perth convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $350/wk Median
- 26.5% Renters
Balcatta - Hamersley Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 16k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 10.4km
- Walkability
- 7.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Balcatta - Hamersley Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Balcatta - Hamersley is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 16,025 residents, a solid minority 26.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $350 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Balcatta - Hamersley
Balcatta - Hamersley Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Balcatta - Hamersley Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Balcatta - Hamersley
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Balcatta - Hamersley
Real questions renters ask before moving to Balcatta - Hamersley.
How much does it cost to rent in Balcatta - Hamersley?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Balcatta - Hamersley is $350. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $350 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Balcatta - Hamersley family-friendly for renters?
Balcatta - Hamersley has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
How far is Balcatta - Hamersley from the Perth CBD?
Balcatta - Hamersley is approximately 10km from the Perth CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 20-35 minutes.
What's the community like in Balcatta - Hamersley?
Locals describe Balcatta - Hamersley as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 16,025, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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