5 min drive to Queens Park + 5 min transfer + 22 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
32 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1212/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
8.3%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
31%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
4.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.3
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Bentley
Full-time 22.0%Part-time 22.0%Unemployed 4.3%Not in labour 51.7%
Dwelling Types
Bentley
House 37.3%Semi-detached 48.6%Flat/Unit 14.1%
Commute Mode
Bentley
Car 78.7%Transit 12.5%Bicycle 0.5%Walk 3.1%WFH 5.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
36.9%
India
5.7%
Malaysia
5.0%
England
3.7%
China
3.4%
Language at Home
English only
51.1%
Mandarin
4.2%
Cantonese
1.3%
Arabic
1.1%
Hindi
0.9%
Frequently Asked Questions about Bentley
Is Bentley safe?
Bentley has a safety score of 9/100, which is well below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Property crime (break-ins, theft) is the main concern, while violent crime is relatively low. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: St James (WA) (13/100), East Victoria Park (18/100), Waterford (WA) (63/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Bentley?
Median weekly rent in Bentley is $750/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: St James (WA) ($750/wk), East Victoria Park ($750/wk), Waterford (WA) ($925/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Bentley?
Bentley has a school rating of 63/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Al-Hidayah Islamic School (Primary), Bentley Primary School (Primary), Canning College (Secondary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Bentley from Perth CBD?
Bentley is 21 minutes by car, or 44 minutes by public transport, or 32 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 Bentley affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Bentley is $805K, up 15.2% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $690K. For renters, median weekly rent is $750/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: St James (WA) ($905K), East Victoria Park ($1.2M), Waterford (WA) ($1.6M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/bentley
💰 Affordable🌍 Multicultural🚆 Public Transport⚠️ Safety Concern
Bentley is a dense, affordable suburb anchored by Curtin University and shaped by its large international student population. The suburb buzzes with multicultural energy: diverse eateries, Asian grocers, and a well-used Spudshed, all within easy reach of trains and buses. Crime concerns, particularly car break-ins, are a recurring theme, though residents note gradual improvement over recent years. Redevelopment of older housing estates signals a suburb in transition.
Property prices sit at a median of $805k and rent of $750/week, which is 21% below the Perth metro median. Expect a 21-minute drive to the CBD (or 44 min via public transport), and most residents drive (64%). At 9/100, the safety score sits 43 points below Perth's metro average of 52. School quality is well above average, with 3 schools holding a combined 63/100 rating. At a median age of 32, the suburb has a younger-than-average profile and household income of $1,212/week.