12 min drive to Challis + 5 min transfer + 44 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
$1875/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.4%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
79%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
10.8%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Forrestdale
Full-time 29.3%Part-time 17.2%Unemployed 2.8%Not in labour 50.7%
Dwelling Types
Forrestdale
House 97.7%Other 2.3%
Commute Mode
Forrestdale
Car 79.3%Transit 3.3%Bicycle 0.7%Walk 4.2%WFH 12.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
70.7%
England
6.8%
New Zealand
3.4%
South Africa
2.7%
Malaysia
0.6%
Language at Home
English only
90.2%
Italian
1.3%
Spanish
0.7%
Mandarin
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Forrestdale
Is Forrestdale safe?
Forrestdale has a safety score of 4/100, which is well below 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: Haynes (14/100), Piara Waters (80/100), Harrisdale (67/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Forrestdale?
Median weekly rent in Forrestdale is $730/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Haynes ($720/wk), Piara Waters ($800/wk), Harrisdale ($775/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Forrestdale?
Forrestdale has a school rating of 65/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Australian Islamic College (Forrestdale) (Combined), Carey Baptist College Forrestdale (Combined), Forrestdale Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Forrestdale from Perth CBD?
Forrestdale is 32 minutes by car, or 84 minutes by public transport, or 61 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Forrestdale affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Forrestdale is $900K, up 13.3% over the past year. For renters, median weekly rent is $730/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Haynes ($794K), Piara Waters ($980K), Harrisdale ($971K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/forrestdale
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Forrestdale is a semi-rural suburb on Perth's south-eastern fringe, undergoing steady residential development with new estates attracting first-home buyers drawn by affordability and larger lots. Forrestdale Lake and surrounding bushland offer natural appeal, though bushfire risk is a genuine and recurring concern for residents. Local amenities are limited, with most shopping and dining requiring a drive. The suburb suits families seeking space and a quieter lifestyle, though some find it lacking in vibrancy.
The median house price is $900k and rent of $730/week, 12% below the Perth metro median. From Forrestdale, the CBD is a 32-minute drive away (84 min by transit), and most residents drive (69%). The safety score of 4/100 is 48 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 3 schools, rated 65/100 and well above average. Typical residents are around 41 years old, with a household income of $1,875/week.