5 min drive to Warwick + 5 min transfer + 24 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
42 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2658/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
2.8%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
83%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
10.9%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.8
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Gwelup
Full-time 29.5%Part-time 18.0%Unemployed 1.4%Not in labour 51.1%
Dwelling Types
Gwelup
House 85.3%Semi-detached 8.9%Flat/Unit 3.0%Other 2.7%
Commute Mode
Gwelup
Car 80.4%Transit 3.8%Bicycle 1.3%Walk 1.0%WFH 13.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
69.4%
England
7.0%
South Africa
1.9%
New Zealand
1.9%
China
1.4%
Language at Home
English only
86.6%
Mandarin
1.1%
Italian
0.7%
Cantonese
0.4%
Greek
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Gwelup
Is Gwelup safe?
Gwelup has a safety score of 79/100, which is above 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: Carine (83/100), Karrinyup (46/100), Balcatta (16/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Gwelup?
Median weekly rent in Gwelup is $975/wk, making it one of the most expensive suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Carine ($930/wk), Karrinyup ($950/wk), Balcatta ($750/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Gwelup?
Gwelup has a school rating of 92/100 across 1 schools, which is well above average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Lake Gwelup Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Gwelup from Perth CBD?
Gwelup is 16 minutes by car, or 46 minutes by public transport, or 34 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Gwelup affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Gwelup is $1.7M, up 14.8% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $1.5M. For renters, median weekly rent is $975/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Carine ($1.6M), Karrinyup ($1.6M), Balcatta ($1.0M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/gwelup
🌿 Nature & Outdoors🌳 Established🚗 Car Dependent💎 Expensive🏡 Quiet Residential
Gwelup is best known for Lake Gwelup, a beautiful nature reserve that locals describe as a genuine highlight, popular for walking, birdwatching and stunning sunsets. People say it's a quiet, established suburb with a strong community feel, though most agree it's very car dependent with few walkable cafes or shops nearby. House prices are considered steep, reflecting its desirability among families seeking green surroundings.
Property prices sit at a median of $1.66M and rent of $975/week, which is 63% above the Perth metro median. Expect a 16-minute drive to the CBD (or 46 min via public transport), and most residents drive (65%). Crime rates are well below average, and the 79/100 safety score sits 27 points above the metro mean of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. School quality is among the highest in Perth, with 1 school holding a combined 92/100 rating. At a median age of 42, households here bring in $2,658/week.
“Lake Gwelup today at 2.15pm our little on-lead dog was attacked and mauled by this dog... Thank you so much to all the witness that came to our aid after the incident.”— 80 upvotes in community discussion