North Perth, WA 6279
A well-connected Perth pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $400/wk Median
- 32.9% Renters
North Perth Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.7k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $400
- To the CBD
- 2.9km
- Walkability
- 9.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
North Perth Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in North Perth for the balance it strikes — close enough to Perth's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 32.9% of the suburb's 9,707 residents rent.
Around North Perth
North Perth Plaza
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
North Perth Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in North Perth
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in North Perth
Real questions renters ask before moving to North Perth.
What's the community like in North Perth?
Locals describe North Perth as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 9,707, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
Is North Perth family-friendly for renters?
North Perth has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $400/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
Is North Perth walkable?
North Perth carries a walkability score of 9.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in North Perth?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in North Perth is $400. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $400 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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