16 min drive to Warwick + 5 min transfer + 24 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
35 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2403/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.2%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
84%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
3.4
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Darch
Full-time 32.1%Part-time 20.0%Unemployed 3.0%Not in labour 44.9%
Dwelling Types
Darch
House 93.8%Semi-detached 6.2%
Commute Mode
Darch
Car 86.9%Transit 3.4%Walk 0.9%WFH 8.7%
Country of Birth
Australia
55.6%
England
5.0%
India
4.9%
South Africa
3.9%
Vietnam
3.9%
Language at Home
English only
59.4%
Vietnamese
3.2%
Arabic
1.4%
Mandarin
0.9%
Hindi
0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about Darch
Is Darch safe?
Darch has a safety score of 84/100, which is well above 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: Marangaroo (69/100), Landsdale (80/100), Madeley (68/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Darch?
Median weekly rent in Darch is $850/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Marangaroo ($750/wk), Landsdale ($850/wk), Madeley ($790/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Darch?
Darch has a school rating of 75/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Ashdale Secondary College (Secondary), Kingsway Christian College (Combined), Ashdale Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Darch from Perth CBD?
Darch is 27 minutes by car, or 59 minutes by public transport, or 45 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 Darch affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Darch is $1.1M, up 12.2% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $650K. For renters, median weekly rent is $850/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Marangaroo ($900K), Landsdale ($1.1M), Madeley ($1.1M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/darch
👨👩👧 Family Friendly🚗 Car Dependent🏡 Quiet Residential🛡️ Safe🌳 Established
Darch is a quiet, family-oriented suburb in Perth's northern corridor, consistently praised as a safe and settled place to raise children. Clustered with Landsdale and Madeley, it offers established streets, nearby primary schools, and suburban calm. Most residents drive everywhere, with Greenwood Station the nearest rail link. Cafe culture and nightlife are minimal, but for a secure family base north of the river, Darch is a reliable choice.
Median property values reach $1.08M and rent of $850/week, 6% above the Perth metro median. Commuters face a 27-minute drive to the CBD (59 min on public transport), where most residents drive (72%). Low crime is a key drawcard, with the safety score of 84/100 exceeding the metro average of 52 by 32 points, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. Families have access to 3 schools with a rating of 75/100, among the highest in Perth. Demographically, the median age sits at 35 and household income at $2,403/week.
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