8 min drive to Canning Bridge + 5 min transfer + 17 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
41 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2262/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.3%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
81%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
11.1%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Alfred Cove
Full-time 31.6%Part-time 19.3%Unemployed 2.4%Not in labour 46.6%
Dwelling Types
Alfred Cove
House 78.1%Semi-detached 19.2%Flat/Unit 1.5%Other 1.2%
Commute Mode
Alfred Cove
Car 77.5%Transit 7.0%Bicycle 1.2%Walk 1.0%WFH 13.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
67.8%
England
7.2%
South Africa
1.7%
New Zealand
1.6%
India
1.3%
Language at Home
English only
86.0%
Italian
1.2%
Mandarin
0.7%
Spanish
0.4%
Cantonese
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Alfred Cove
Is Alfred Cove safe?
Alfred Cove has a safety score of 68/100, which is above average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Myaree (20/100), Attadale (89/100), Ardross (85/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Alfred Cove?
Median weekly rent in Alfred Cove is $893/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Myaree ($820/wk), Attadale ($950/wk), Ardross ($900/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Alfred Cove from Perth CBD?
Alfred Cove is 20 minutes by car, or 43 minutes by public transport, or 30 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car is still useful. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Alfred Cove affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Alfred Cove is $1.6M, up 11.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $1.2M. For renters, median weekly rent is $893/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Myaree ($1.5M), Attadale ($2.1M), Ardross ($1.9M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/alfred-cove
Alfred Cove is a quiet, established riverside suburb defined by its nature reserve and Swan River frontage. The Alfred Cove Nature Reserve, a haven for black swans and wading birds, sits at its heart, and a popular walking and cycling trail links it to Applecross, Attadale and Point Walter. Well-regarded for its peaceful, green character, it is a suburb for those who prize access to open space over urban convenience. The median house price is $1.58M and rent of $893/week, 55% above the Perth metro median.
From Alfred Cove, the CBD is a 20-minute drive away (43 min by transit), and most residents drive (65%). Safety is a strength: the crime score of 68/100 is 16 points above the metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences.
Typical residents are around 41 years old, with a household income of $2,262/week.