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North Perth suburb profile

North Perth is an inner-north suburb of Perth that blends leafy residential streets with a lively village centre along Angove Street. The area is known for its green space, including Hyde Park, and a local amenity mix of cafes, bakeries, small shops and community sporting facilities. Housing is a mix of weatherboard and brick period cottages on quiet tree-lined streets, with select low-rise apartments and renovated terraces giving a discreet urban edge. It attracts families and professionals who value walkability, nearby recreation and straightforward access to the city by public transport and main roads, while retaining a relaxed, neighbourly feel.

North Perth property market performance

Current median dwelling price$1,200,000Past 3 months

Property growth+24.7%Past 12 months

House and unit values have risen sharply over the last 12 months. The median house price is $1.62 million, up 16.7% over the last 12 months. The median unit price is $780,000, up 32.7% over the last 12 months, so unit values rose more strongly than house values.

Over the last 3 months, 27 houses and 14 units were sold. Median days on market over the last 12 months were 14 days for houses and 12 days for units, so they sold in a similar time.

In North Perth, the rental market saw house rents average $880 a week, up a solid 6.0% over the last 12 months. Unit rents averaged $700 a week, up a solid 7.7% over the last 12 months; the two rose at a similar pace.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
$1.62M$780K
Change in value
Past 12 months
16.7%32.7%
Sold
Past 3 months
2714
Median days on market
Past 12 months
1412
Average rent
Past 12 months
$880$700
Change in rent
Past 12 months
6.0%7.7%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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North Perth demographics

North Perth is home to 9,623 people, with a median age of 38 and a median total household income of $2,323 a week, roughly $120,800 a year.

Families are dominated by couples: couple families with children are the largest single group at 43.6%, and together with couple families without children (42.9%) they make up 86.5% of families. One-parent families account for 11.4% and other families 2.1%.

In North Perth, most homes are owner-occupied, with 29.6% owned outright and 36.6% owned with a mortgage, a combined 66.2% owner-occupied. Renters make up 33.8% of dwellings.

Suburbs near North Perth

Some popular suburbs near North Perth include:

  • Menora: Established, leafy suburb with predominantly residential streets and mature trees.
  • Leederville: Compact, lively village atmosphere with cafes, bars and shops close to the city.
  • Coolbinia: Quiet, low-rise suburb known for green reserves and family homes.
  • Mount Hawthorn: Vibrant community with a village shopping strip and older character homes.
  • Mount Lawley: Tree-lined streets, mix of period homes and an active dining and arts scene.

How does North Perth compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: North Perth’s median house price is 1.2% lower than Mount Hawthorn’s.
  • Median unit prices: North Perth’s median unit price is 14.7% higher than Mount Lawley’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in North Perth have grown 7.4% higher than in Coolbinia.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in North Perth have grown 17.6% higher than in Leederville.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in North Perth are selling 30.0% faster than in Menora.
  • Selling speed for units: Properties in nearby Leederville are selling 25.0% faster than in North Perth.
  • Investment considerations: In North Perth, the rental yield for house is 14.3% higher than the Perth average, while the rental yield for units is 5.1% higher.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in North Perth have grown 50.4% higher than the average rate of growth across Perth.
  • Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in North Perth have grown 8.1% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Perth.

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In North Perth ,76 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 37.4% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 1.5% and 2.79%. Comparing agents and understanding what’s included in their fee structure can help you find the right mix of service, value, and motivation—without compromising on outcomes.

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