Clarkson, WA 6754
Close to everything Perth offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $350/wk Median
- 30.6% Renters
Clarkson Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.9k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 31.4km
- Walkability
- 5.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
Clarkson Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Clarkson is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 13,904 residents, a solid minority 30.6% 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 Clarkson
Clarkson Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Clarkson Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Clarkson
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Clarkson
Real questions renters ask before moving to Clarkson.
Is Clarkson walkable?
Clarkson carries a walkability score of 5.8/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
How far is Clarkson from the Perth CBD?
Clarkson is approximately 31km from the Perth CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 41-56 minutes.
Is Clarkson a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Clarkson has a 30.6% 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.
Is Clarkson family-friendly for renters?
Clarkson has around 8 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
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