Thornlie, WA 6723
Inner-Perth convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $330/wk Median
- 21.1% Renters
Thornlie Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 23.7k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $330
- To the CBD
- 14.9km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Thornlie Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Thornlie is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 23,665 residents, a solid minority 21.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $330 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Thornlie
Thornlie Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Thornlie Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Thornlie
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Thornlie
Real questions renters ask before moving to Thornlie.
Is Thornlie family-friendly for renters?
Thornlie has around 10 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $330/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
Is Thornlie a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Thornlie has a 21.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Thornlie?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Thornlie is $330. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $330 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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