Girrawheen, WA 6309
A well-connected Perth pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $293/wk Median
- 34.1% Renters
Girrawheen Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.9k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $293
- To the CBD
- 12.5km
- Walkability
- 9.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Girrawheen Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Girrawheen is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 8,897 residents, a solid minority 34.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $293 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Girrawheen
Girrawheen Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Girrawheen Plaza
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Girrawheen
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Girrawheen
Real questions renters ask before moving to Girrawheen.
Is Girrawheen family-friendly for renters?
Girrawheen has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $293/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
Is Girrawheen walkable?
Girrawheen carries a walkability score of 9.2/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Girrawheen a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Girrawheen has a 34.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority 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 Girrawheen?
Locals describe Girrawheen as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 8,897, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
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