7 min drive to Edgewater + 5 min transfer + 34 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
41 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2016/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.6%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
82%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
9.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Edgewater
Full-time 31.1%Part-time 18.5%Unemployed 2.5%Not in labour 47.9%
Dwelling Types
Edgewater
House 95.3%Semi-detached 4.2%
Commute Mode
Edgewater
Car 79.0%Transit 7.9%Bicycle 0.8%Walk 0.9%WFH 11.4%
Country of Birth
Australia
54.8%
England
17.9%
South Africa
3.3%
New Zealand
3.1%
India
0.8%
Language at Home
English only
89.8%
Mandarin
0.5%
Arabic
0.2%
Italian
0.2%
Hindi
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Edgewater
Is Edgewater safe?
Edgewater has a safety score of 69/100, 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: Joondalup (12/100), Heathridge (64/100), Beldon (50/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Edgewater?
Median weekly rent in Edgewater is $775/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Joondalup ($700/wk), Heathridge ($715/wk), Beldon ($740/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Edgewater?
Edgewater has a school rating of 68/100 across 2 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Mater Dei College (Secondary), Edgewater Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Edgewater from Perth CBD?
Edgewater is 24 minutes by car, or 61 minutes by public transport, or 46 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Edgewater affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Edgewater is $1.1M, up 19.0% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $715K. For renters, median weekly rent is $775/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Joondalup ($960K), Heathridge ($920K), Beldon ($950K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/edgewater
🚆 Public Transport🌳 Established💰 Affordable⚠️ Safety Concern🌿 Nature & Outdoors
Edgewater sits beside its namesake lake in Perth's northern corridor, offering a more affordable entry to the Joondalup precinct than its neighbours. The suburb is well-connected by train and appeals to families, students, and new arrivals, though residents note some antisocial behaviour concerns around the station. The lakeside setting draws those who value nature and the outdoors, even if mosquitoes come with the territory.
Property prices sit at a median of $1.06M and rent of $775/week, which is close to the Perth metro median. Expect a 24-minute drive to the CBD (or 61 min via public transport), and most residents drive (63%). Crime rates are well below average, and the 69/100 safety score sits 17 points above the metro mean of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. School quality is well above average, with 2 schools holding a combined 68/100 rating. At a median age of 41, households here bring in $2,016/week.