4 min drive to Rockingham + 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
$1304/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
9.1%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
82%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
2.7%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.5
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Hillman
Full-time 23.7%Part-time 13.9%Unemployed 4.0%Not in labour 58.4%
Dwelling Types
Hillman
House 100.0%
Commute Mode
Hillman
Car 88.4%Transit 5.5%Walk 2.7%WFH 3.4%
Country of Birth
Australia
69.1%
England
10.7%
New Zealand
3.1%
Philippines
2.0%
South Africa
0.7%
Language at Home
English only
92.5%
Spanish
0.5%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillman
Is Hillman safe?
Hillman has a safety score of 44/100, which is around 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: Cooloongup (28/100), Rockingham (WA) (11/100), Waikiki (44/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Hillman?
Median weekly rent in Hillman is $580/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Cooloongup ($590/wk), Rockingham (WA) ($630/wk), Waikiki ($620/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Hillman?
Hillman has a school rating of 10/100 across 1 schools, which is well below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Hillman Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Hillman from Perth CBD?
Hillman is 42 minutes by car, or 58 minutes by public transport, or 53 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Hillman affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Hillman is $676K, up 15.8% over the past year. For renters, median weekly rent is $580/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Cooloongup ($722K), Rockingham (WA) ($826K), Waikiki ($785K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/hillman
Hillman is a quiet, affordable residential suburb in the City of Rockingham, about 5 minutes from the beach. It offers genuine value for budget-conscious buyers and investors seeking coastal proximity without premium prices. The suburb is established but low-profile, bushfire risk near the hospital precinct is a noted concern, and most daily needs require a car. It suits retirees and long-term investors more than young professionals. Houses here have a median value of $676k and rent of $580/week, 34% below the Perth metro median.
The commute to Perth CBD is a 42-minute drive by car or 58 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (70%). Safety rates at 44/100, 8 points below the Perth metro average of 52.
With 1 school scoring 10/100, education here is below the Perth average. The population has a median age of 41 and earns $1,304/week per household.