6 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
30 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2133/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.4%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
77%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
3.8%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
3.0
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Dayton
Full-time 37.1%Part-time 16.6%Unemployed 2.6%Not in labour 43.7%
Dwelling Types
Dayton
House 96.4%Semi-detached 2.8%Flat/Unit 0.5%
Commute Mode
Dayton
Car 91.3%Transit 3.2%Walk 0.6%WFH 4.7%
Country of Birth
Australia
47.6%
India
14.6%
Philippines
10.1%
New Zealand
2.9%
England
2.0%
Language at Home
English only
48.6%
Hindi
1.7%
Vietnamese
0.9%
Arabic
0.6%
Cantonese
0.4%
Frequently Asked Questions about Dayton
Is Dayton safe?
Dayton has a safety score of 63/100, which is 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: West Swan (35/100), Caversham (50/100), Brabham (52/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Dayton?
Median weekly rent in Dayton is $770/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Swan ($825/wk), Caversham ($785/wk), Brabham ($770/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Dayton?
Dayton has a school rating of 58/100 across 2 schools, which is around average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Dayton Primary School (Primary), Emmaus Catholic Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Dayton from Perth CBD?
Dayton is 30 minutes by car, or 52 minutes by public transport, or 44 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Dayton affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Dayton is $798K, up 10.9% 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), Caversham ($890K), Brabham ($840K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/dayton
Dayton is a young, predominantly residential suburb in Perth's north-east corridor, popular with first home buyers and growing families drawn by affordable land and new builds. It sits near Ellenbrook and is widely regarded as a quieter, slightly safer alternative to its neighbour. Amenities are sparse, and residents rely on cars for most errands, but future Metronet planning points to eventual rail connectivity. Houses here have a median value of $798k and rent of $770/week, 22% below the Perth metro median.
The commute to Perth CBD is a 30-minute drive by car or 52 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (75%). Safety rates at 63/100, 11 points above the Perth metro average of 52.
With 2 schools scoring 58/100, education here is above average. The median age of 30 reflects a youthful population, with households earning $2,133/week.