10 min drive to Murdoch + 5 min transfer + 24 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
44 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1825/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.5%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
83%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.5
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Bibra Lake
Full-time 30.6%Part-time 18.4%Unemployed 3.0%Not in labour 48.0%
Dwelling Types
Bibra Lake
House 84.7%Semi-detached 14.6%
Commute Mode
Bibra Lake
Car 85.9%Transit 4.1%Bicycle 0.6%Walk 0.6%WFH 8.8%
Country of Birth
Australia
65.8%
England
8.2%
New Zealand
2.1%
South Africa
1.6%
China
1.1%
Language at Home
English only
84.9%
Mandarin
0.8%
Italian
0.7%
Spanish
0.5%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Bibra Lake
Is Bibra Lake safe?
Bibra Lake has a safety score of 29/100, which is 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. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Yangebup (50/100), Coolbellup (17/100), South Lake (33/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Bibra Lake?
Median weekly rent in Bibra Lake is $770/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Yangebup ($730/wk), Coolbellup ($700/wk), South Lake ($675/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Bibra Lake?
Bibra Lake has a school rating of 75/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Blue Gum Montessori School (Primary), Bibra Lake Primary School (Primary), Perth Waldorf School (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Bibra Lake from Perth CBD?
Bibra Lake is 27 minutes by car, or 69 minutes by public transport, or 39 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Bibra Lake affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Bibra Lake is $1.0M, up 16.0% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $490K. For renters, median weekly rent is $770/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Yangebup ($930K), Coolbellup ($916K), South Lake ($860K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/bibra-lake
🌿 Nature & Outdoors🚗 Car Dependent
Bibra Lake is a south-of-river suburb defined by its namesake wetland reserve and surrounding parklands, home to native turtles and a wildlife trauma hospital. The industrial precinct coexists with a quiet residential feel, and locals champion beloved institutions like the Bibra Lake Lunch Bar and the award-winning Erosion Meadery. Car dependency is high, but the green spaces, community warmth, and accessible amenities make it a practical and pleasant base.
Property prices sit at a median of $1.02M and rent of $770/week, which is close to the Perth metro median. Expect a 27-minute drive to the CBD (or 69 min via public transport), and most residents drive (70%). Crime levels are moderate, and the 29/100 safety score is 23 points below the metro mean of 52. School quality is among the highest in Perth, with 3 schools holding a combined 75/100 rating. At a median age of 44, households here bring in $1,825/week.
“We just opened a craft Meadery/Brewery in Bibra Lake and need to get the word out! Some of you may have seen us at Freo Beerfest where we made our debut and this weekend we open to the public for tasters and growler sales.”— 166 upvotes in community discussion