8 min drive to Thornlie + 5 min transfer + 30 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
35 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1785/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
6.5%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
78%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
4.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.9
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Huntingdale
Full-time 30.7%Part-time 16.3%Unemployed 3.5%Not in labour 49.5%
Dwelling Types
Huntingdale
House 99.3%Semi-detached 0.5%
Commute Mode
Huntingdale
Car 91.2%Transit 3.1%Walk 0.5%WFH 5.1%
Country of Birth
Australia
61.8%
England
5.7%
India
3.9%
New Zealand
3.5%
Malaysia
2.2%
Language at Home
English only
74.1%
Arabic
1.2%
Mandarin
1.0%
Hindi
0.4%
Cantonese
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Huntingdale
Is Huntingdale safe?
Huntingdale has a safety score of 46/100, 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. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Southern River (62/100), Gosnells (19/100), Thornlie (35/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Huntingdale?
Median weekly rent in Huntingdale is $720/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Southern River ($770/wk), Gosnells ($650/wk), Thornlie ($700/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Huntingdale?
Huntingdale has a school rating of 12/100 across 1 schools, which is well below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Huntingdale Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Huntingdale from Perth CBD?
Huntingdale is 34 minutes by car, or 62 minutes by public transport, or 43 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car is still useful. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Huntingdale affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Huntingdale is $781K, up 13.5% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $634K. For renters, median weekly rent is $720/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Southern River ($1.0M), Gosnells ($730K), Thornlie ($830K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/huntingdale
💰 Affordable🚗 Car Dependent⚠️ Safety Concern🌳 Established
Huntingdale is an affordable, established suburb in Perth's southern corridor, popular with families and first-home buyers priced out of pricier areas. Its 1970s-era streetscapes give it a settled feel, with a handful of local eateries and small businesses serving the community. Safety perception is the area's main drawback, with petty crime and occasional incidents drawing attention, though many residents live quietly and value the suburb's affordability and proximity to Gosnells and Southern River.
The median house price is $781k and rent of $720/week, 23% below the Perth metro median. From Huntingdale, the CBD is a 34-minute drive away (62 min by transit), and most residents drive (75%). The area has a safety score of 46/100, 6 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 1 school, rated 12/100 and below the Perth average. Typical residents are around 35 years old, with a household income of $1,785/week.