5 min drive to Eglinton + 5 min transfer + 54 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
31 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2035/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.7%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
70%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
6.9%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.8
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Alkimos
Full-time 33.9%Part-time 17.0%Unemployed 3.3%Not in labour 45.8%
Dwelling Types
Alkimos
House 97.6%Semi-detached 2.2%
Commute Mode
Alkimos
Car 83.0%Transit 6.7%Walk 1.3%WFH 8.9%
Country of Birth
Australia
50.1%
England
18.2%
South Africa
4.8%
New Zealand
4.6%
India
1.6%
Language at Home
English only
83.5%
Hindi
0.3%
Spanish
0.3%
Mandarin
0.3%
Arabic
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Alkimos
Is Alkimos safe?
Alkimos has a safety score of 48/100, which is around 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 up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Eglinton (WA) (50/100), Jindalee (WA) (75/100), Butler (WA) (40/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Alkimos?
Median weekly rent in Alkimos is $700/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Eglinton (WA) ($670/wk), Jindalee (WA) ($780/wk), Butler (WA) ($670/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Alkimos?
Alkimos has a school rating of 47/100 across 6 schools, which is around average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Alkimos College (Secondary), St James' Anglican School (Combined), Northshore Christian Grammar School (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Alkimos from Perth CBD?
Alkimos is 38 minutes by car, or 80 minutes by public transport, or 64 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Alkimos affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Alkimos is $826K, up 17.5% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $725K. For renters, median weekly rent is $700/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Eglinton (WA) ($790K), Jindalee (WA) ($1.1M), Butler (WA) ($767K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/alkimos
🏗️ New Development🏖️ Beach Lifestyle🚗 Car Dependent👨👩👧 Family Friendly🌿 Nature & Outdoors
Alkimos is a fast-growing coastal suburb on Perth's northern fringe, where locals describe the beach lifestyle as the main drawcard. Residents note the area attracts young families and first-home buyers priced out of closer suburbs, with the iconic SS Alkimos shipwreck adding a unique local identity. People say it can feel remote and car dependence is real, but new infrastructure including a train line, freeway extension, and incoming Costco are steadily closing the gap.
The typical house sells for around $826k and rent of $700/week, placing it 19% below the Perth metro median. Getting to the CBD takes a 38-minute drive or 80 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (64%). With a safety score of 48/100, the area is 4 points below the metro average of 52. The area's 6 schools hold a combined rating of 47/100, above average. A younger demographic defines the area, with a median age of 31 and household income of $2,035/week.
“OCEANS 27 - At Alkimos, nice place I've been both for breakfast and a lunch and had a few cocktails, they have a great view of the ocean.”— 140 upvotes in community discussion