Full-time 28.8%Part-time 13.6%Unemployed 3.1%Not in labour 54.5%
Dwelling Types
East Carnarvon
House 83.5%Semi-detached 8.1%Other 8.4%
Commute Mode
East Carnarvon
Car 83.0%Transit 5.6%Bicycle 2.6%Walk 5.6%WFH 3.3%
Country of Birth
Australia
78.8%
England
2.4%
Philippines
1.3%
Vietnam
0.5%
New Zealand
0.5%
Language at Home
English only
92.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about East Carnarvon
Is East Carnarvon safe?
East Carnarvon has a safety score of 8/100, which is well below 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: Morgantown (3/100), Brockman (2/100), South Carnarvon (8/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in East Carnarvon?
Median weekly rent in East Carnarvon is $380/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Morgantown ($300/wk), Brockman ($350/wk), South Carnarvon ($400/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in East Carnarvon?
East Carnarvon has a school rating of 6/100 across 1 schools, which is well below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Carnarvon Community College (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is East Carnarvon affordable to buy in?
The median house price in East Carnarvon is $390K, up 7.6% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $300K. For renters, median weekly rent is $380/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Morgantown ($365K), Brockman ($410K), South Carnarvon ($300K). (Data as of July 2026)
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East Carnarvon is a modest-sized suburb around 815 km from central Perth with a population of 798. The median house price is $390k and rent of $380/week, 62% below the Perth metro median.
The safety score of 8/100 is 44 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 1 school, rated 6/100 and below the Perth average.
Typical residents are around 38 years old, with a household income of $1,763/week.