East Rockingham Suburb Profile

41 min drive to CBD · Pop. 311

About East Rockingham

Data last updated: July 2026

Affordability & Property

$300/wk

median rent

Price History

Price history chart
Period	Perth Metro median
2021	$598k
2022	$652k
2023	$680k
2024	$811k
2025	$939k
2026	$1.05M

Rental Market

House Rent

$300/wk

Safety & Crime

East Rockingham

pop. 311

Safety Score (2023-24)High crime

WA average

Crime Rate0.0per 100 residents(135 offences)

Crime Mix

Assault

5.1 (16)

Sexual

1.3 (4)

Robbery

0.0 (0)

Threats

2.9 (9)

Homicide

0.0 (0)

Burglary

1.3 (4)

Stealing

9.3 (29)

Vehicle Theft

0.8 (8)

Damage

3.9 (12)

Arson

1.0 (3)

Drugs

10 (32)

Weapons

2.6 (8)

Fraud

0.6 (2)

Graffiti

0.3 (1)

Breach VRO

2.3 (7)

Nearby Suburbs

Schools & Education

0 / 100

No school data available

Location & Travel

0 min(46.8 km)

Drive to Perth CBD

0 min

Transit to Perth CBD

0 min

Park & Ride to Perth CBD

10 min drive to Wellard + 5 min transfer + 40 min train

0 min

Cycle to Perth CBD

0 min

Walk to Perth CBD

Demographics & Census

63 yrs

Median Age

Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs

$665/wk

Household Income

Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk

22.6%

Unemployment

Perth Metro avg: 0.0%

76%

Home Ownership

Perth Metro avg: 0%

8.0%

WFH Rate

Perth Metro avg: 0.0%

1.4

Household Size

Perth Metro avg: 2.6

Employment

East Rockingham

Full-time 11.0%Part-time 9.3%Unemployed 7.0%Not in labour 72.7%

Dwelling Types

East Rockingham

Other 100.0%

Commute Mode

East Rockingham

Car 89.7%WFH 10.3%

Country of Birth

Australia

53.4%

England

13.8%

New Zealand

6.1%

Philippines

1.0%

Language at Home

English only

97.2%

Frequently Asked Questions about East Rockingham

Is East Rockingham safe?

East Rockingham has a safety score of 5/100, 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: Hillman (44/100), Leda (27/100), Rockingham (WA) (11/100). (Data as of July 2026)

How much does it cost to rent in East Rockingham?

Median weekly rent in East Rockingham is $300/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman ($580/wk), Leda ($620/wk), Rockingham (WA) ($630/wk). (Data as of July 2026)

How far is East Rockingham from Perth CBD?

East Rockingham is 41 minutes by car, or 76 minutes by public transport, or 55 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)

Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · WA Rental Bonds · WA Police Crime · MySchool (ACARA) · Privacy

East Rockingham is a working-class southern suburb with an industrial character and a well-worn reputation for crime and social housing. Affordable prices draw investors and budget buyers, while the nearby beach offers a coastal upside. Public transport is a persistent frustration: the Mandurah line helps but leaves many dependent on infrequent buses. Open space and dark skies to the east appeal to those seeking nature on the city fringe. Getting to the CBD takes a 41-minute drive or 76 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (69%).

With a safety score of 5/100, crime rates run 47 points above the metro average of 52. The median age of 63 points to a mature, settled community earning $665/week per household.

Sources: WA Police, realestate.com.au, REIWA, WA Rental Bonds, ABS Census 2021, ACARA.