27 min drive to Byford + 5 min transfer + 52 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
43 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2057/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.8%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
85%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
10.0%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Jarrahdale
Full-time 32.3%Part-time 14.1%Unemployed 2.0%Not in labour 51.7%
Dwelling Types
Jarrahdale
House 98.4%Semi-detached 0.7%Other 0.9%
Commute Mode
Jarrahdale
Car 81.9%Transit 1.7%Walk 3.7%WFH 12.7%
Country of Birth
Australia
69.0%
England
11.6%
New Zealand
2.5%
South Africa
1.0%
India
0.3%
Language at Home
English only
96.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Jarrahdale
Is Jarrahdale safe?
Jarrahdale has a safety score of 63/100, which is above average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Violent crime rates are higher than property crime, which is unusual for Perth. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Serpentine (WA) (70/100), Whitby (39/100), Mundijong (56/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Jarrahdale?
Median weekly rent in Jarrahdale is $715/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Serpentine (WA) ($920/wk), Whitby ($680/wk), Mundijong ($775/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Jarrahdale?
Jarrahdale has a school rating of 28/100 across 1 schools, which is below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Jarrahdale Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Jarrahdale from Perth CBD?
Jarrahdale is 63 minutes by car, or 84 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Jarrahdale affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Jarrahdale is $903K, down 14.8% over the past year. For renters, median weekly rent is $715/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Serpentine (WA) ($1.3M), Whitby ($781K), Mundijong ($835K). (Data as of July 2026)
Jarrahdale is a deeply loved semi-rural retreat in the Perth Hills, defined by its tall jarrah forests, wildflower walks, and the gorge trail at Kitty's Gorge. The local pub and cafe draw day-trippers from across Perth, and the Munda Biddi trail passes nearby for cyclists. Life here means acreage living, clean air, and true quiet, but also a serious bushfire season, complete reliance on a car, and a long drive to urban services.
Property prices sit at a median of $903k and rent of $715/week, which is 12% below the Perth metro median. Expect a 63-minute drive to the CBD, and most residents drive (65%). Crime levels are moderate, and the 63/100 safety score is 11 points above the metro mean of 52. School quality is around average, with 1 school holding a combined 28/100 rating. At a median age of 43, households here bring in $2,057/week.
“My girlfriend and I went to the Jarrahdale Tavern on the weekend as I hadn't been there in a good few years. The food was excellent, the scenery was beautiful and the drive was very relaxing and peaceful.”— 30 upvotes in community discussion