Balga - Mirrabooka, WA 6452
Inner-Perth convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $305/wk Median
- 42.6% Renters
Balga - Mirrabooka Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 21k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $305
- To the CBD
- 10.7km
- Walkability
- 7.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Balga - Mirrabooka Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Balga - Mirrabooka is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 21,032 residents, a substantial 42.6% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $305 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Balga - Mirrabooka
Balga - Mirrabooka Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Balga - Mirrabooka Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Balga - Mirrabooka
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Balga - Mirrabooka
Real questions renters ask before moving to Balga - Mirrabooka.
Is Balga - Mirrabooka a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Balga - Mirrabooka has a 42.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
What's the community like in Balga - Mirrabooka?
Locals describe Balga - Mirrabooka as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 21,032, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Balga - Mirrabooka?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Balga - Mirrabooka is $305. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $305 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Balga - Mirrabooka from the Perth CBD?
Balga - Mirrabooka is approximately 11km from the Perth CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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