5 min drive to Whiteman Park + 5 min transfer + 33 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
29 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2155/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.9%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
87%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
3.7%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
3.0
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Brabham
Full-time 38.1%Part-time 16.3%Unemployed 2.4%Not in labour 43.2%
Dwelling Types
Brabham
House 97.4%Semi-detached 2.2%
Commute Mode
Brabham
Car 91.6%Transit 2.9%Walk 0.9%WFH 4.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
52.8%
India
11.9%
Philippines
7.2%
New Zealand
3.6%
England
2.8%
Language at Home
English only
56.3%
Hindi
0.8%
Vietnamese
0.6%
Arabic
0.5%
Mandarin
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Brabham
Is Brabham safe?
Brabham has a safety score of 52/100, 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: West Swan (35/100), Dayton (63/100), Henley Brook (27/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Brabham?
Median weekly rent in Brabham is $770/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Swan ($825/wk), Dayton ($770/wk), Henley Brook ($800/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Brabham?
Brabham has a school rating of 55/100 across 2 schools, which is around average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Brabham Primary School (Primary), Maarakool Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Brabham from Perth CBD?
Brabham is 32 minutes by car, or 50 minutes by public transport, or 43 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Brabham affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Brabham is $840K, up 18.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $763K. For renters, median weekly rent is $770/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Swan ($1.1M), Dayton ($798K), Henley Brook ($933K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/brabham
🏗️ New Development🚗 Car Dependent👨👩👧 Family Friendly💰 Affordable
Brabham is a fast-growing outer north-east suburb that has become a go-to for first home buyers and young families drawn by relatively affordable new builds and a strong community of similar-aged households. The estate offers well-equipped parks and growing local retail, but residents trade off heavy car dependence, summer heat, and the sparse feel of a suburb still finding its feet. Mortgage stress and petty crime surface periodically, though most view it as a solid long-term bet as infrastructure catches up.
Houses here have a median value of $840k and rent of $770/week, 18% below the Perth metro median. The commute to Perth CBD is a 32-minute drive by car or 50 minutes by transit, and 75% of residents drive, reflecting limited public transport options. Safety rates at 52/100, 0 points above the Perth metro average of 52. With 2 schools scoring 55/100, education here is above average. The median age of 29 reflects a youthful population, with households earning $2,155/week.