10 min drive to Ranford Road + 5 min transfer + 36 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
33 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2412/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.3%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
79%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.0%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
3.2
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Harrisdale
Full-time 35.2%Part-time 16.8%Unemployed 2.5%Not in labour 45.6%
Dwelling Types
Harrisdale
House 98.5%Semi-detached 1.4%
Commute Mode
Harrisdale
Car 86.6%Transit 3.9%Walk 0.9%WFH 8.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
46.9%
India
14.9%
England
5.2%
Malaysia
4.0%
South Africa
2.9%
Language at Home
English only
54.1%
Mandarin
2.6%
Hindi
1.0%
Cantonese
0.8%
Arabic
0.4%
Frequently Asked Questions about Harrisdale
Is Harrisdale safe?
Harrisdale has a safety score of 67/100, 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 down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Piara Waters (80/100), Forrestdale (4/100), Southern River (62/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Harrisdale?
Median weekly rent in Harrisdale is $775/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Piara Waters ($800/wk), Forrestdale ($730/wk), Southern River ($770/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Harrisdale?
Harrisdale has a school rating of 88/100 across 4 schools, which is well above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Harrisdale Senior High School (Secondary), Carey Baptist College (Combined), North Harrisdale Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Harrisdale from Perth CBD?
Harrisdale is 33 minutes by car, or 62 minutes by public transport, or 51 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Harrisdale affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Harrisdale is $971K, up 23.2% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $799K. For renters, median weekly rent is $775/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Piara Waters ($980K), Forrestdale ($900K), Southern River ($1.0M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/harrisdale
👨👩👧 Family Friendly🚗 Car Dependent💎 Expensive🏡 Quiet Residential🏗️ New Development
Harrisdale is a purpose-built family suburb in Perth's south-east, characterised by double-storey homes, good retail amenities, and a quiet, safe atmosphere. The area is well-stocked with supermarkets and a Stockland centre, but remains entirely car-dependent with no train access. House prices have surged sharply, and the suburb's low-key residential character leaves little for singles or those seeking an active social scene.
The median house price is $971k and rent of $775/week, 5% below the Perth metro median. From Harrisdale, the CBD is a 33-minute drive away (62 min by transit), and most residents drive (71%). Safety is a strength: the crime score of 67/100 is 15 points above the metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. Education options include 4 schools, rated 88/100 and among the highest in Perth. Residents tend to be younger (median age 33) with household incomes of $2,412/week.
“I live in a very exclusive area, we have our own Woolworths, Bunnings and even a Hungry Jacks store. I moved here when it used to be called Piara Waters, but we don't talk about that.”— 249 upvotes in community discussion