4 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
$1880/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.1%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
71%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
10.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Bull Creek
Full-time 25.9%Part-time 16.4%Unemployed 2.4%Not in labour 55.3%
Dwelling Types
Bull Creek
House 78.6%Semi-detached 9.9%Flat/Unit 11.5%
Commute Mode
Bull Creek
Car 78.7%Transit 6.0%Bicycle 0.9%Walk 1.4%WFH 13.0%
Country of Birth
Australia
51.3%
Malaysia
8.4%
England
5.6%
China
5.3%
India
4.4%
Language at Home
English only
64.8%
Mandarin
6.3%
Cantonese
2.1%
Hindi
0.7%
Arabic
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Bull Creek
Is Bull Creek safe?
Bull Creek has a safety score of 63/100, which is above 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: Rossmoyne (92/100), Brentwood (WA) (21/100), Bateman (67/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Bull Creek?
Median weekly rent in Bull Creek is $825/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Rossmoyne ($900/wk), Brentwood (WA) ($800/wk), Bateman ($800/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Bull Creek?
Bull Creek has a school rating of 98/100 across 3 schools, which is well above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include All Saints' College (Combined), Oberthur Primary School (Primary), Bull Creek Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Bull Creek from Perth CBD?
Bull Creek is 21 minutes by car, or 42 minutes by public transport, or 33 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 Bull Creek affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Bull Creek is $1.5M, up 17.4% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $905K. For renters, median weekly rent is $825/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Rossmoyne ($2.1M), Brentwood (WA) ($1.5M), Bateman ($1.5M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/bull-creek
🌳 Established🚗 Car Dependent🚆 Public Transport🏡 Quiet Residential🏖️ Retiree Friendly
Bull Creek is a well-established south-of-river suburb anchored by the Mandurah train line and the much-loved RAAFA Aviation Heritage Museum. It draws a mixed crowd: retirees on the Air Force Memorial Estate, commuting professionals, and families around All Saints College. Quiet and largely car-dependent, it sits comfortably in Perth's middle-ring southern suburbs, affordable, familiar, and a touch sentimental about its aviation heritage.
The median house price is $1.48M and rent of $825/week, 45% above the Perth metro median. From Bull Creek, the CBD is a 21-minute drive away (42 min by transit), and most residents drive (63%). The area has a safety score of 63/100, 11 points above the metro average of 52. Education options include 3 schools, rated 98/100 and among the highest in Perth. Typical residents are around 44 years old, with a household income of $1,880/week.
“Went to the RAAFA heritage museum in Bull Creek today, wasn't disappointed! Great access to many historical aircraft and tons of aviation memorabilia. The military section was fantastic.”— 162 upvotes in community discussion