Full-time 29.5%Part-time 18.0%Unemployed 1.4%Not in labour 51.2%
Dwelling Types
Ferguson
House 100.0%
Commute Mode
Ferguson
Car 75.3%Transit 3.1%Walk 4.1%WFH 17.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
76.0%
England
8.2%
Language at Home
English only
96.7%
Frequently Asked Questions about Ferguson
Is Ferguson safe?
Ferguson has a safety score of 70/100, 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 up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Dardanup (48/100), Donnybrook (WA) (58/100), Burekup (66/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Ferguson?
Median weekly rent in Ferguson is $650/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Dardanup ($580/wk), Donnybrook (WA) ($650/wk), Burekup ($635/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
Is Ferguson affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Ferguson is $1.4M. For renters, median weekly rent is $650/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Dardanup ($730K), Donnybrook (WA) ($705K), Burekup ($730K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/ferguson
Ferguson is a small suburb around 165 km from central Perth with a population of 233. Buyers can expect a median price of $1.35M and rent of $650/week, 32% above the Perth metro median.
The area scores 70/100 for safety, comfortably 18 points above Perth's metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. With a median age of 55, it is a more established community with a household income of $2,166/week.