6 min drive to Leederville + 5 min transfer + 14 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
37 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1681/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.9%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
55%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
8.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.0
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Joondanna
Full-time 38.7%Part-time 18.1%Unemployed 2.4%Not in labour 40.9%
Dwelling Types
Joondanna
House 43.3%Semi-detached 46.1%Flat/Unit 10.6%
Commute Mode
Joondanna
Car 77.7%Transit 9.7%Bicycle 1.6%Walk 1.0%WFH 10.0%
Country of Birth
Australia
58.9%
England
5.8%
India
2.9%
New Zealand
2.3%
South Africa
1.3%
Language at Home
English only
73.6%
Italian
1.9%
Mandarin
0.9%
Spanish
0.5%
Vietnamese
0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about Joondanna
Is Joondanna safe?
Joondanna has a safety score of 51/100, 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: Tuart Hill (43/100), Mount Hawthorn (69/100), Yokine (58/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Joondanna?
Median weekly rent in Joondanna is $850/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Tuart Hill ($770/wk), Mount Hawthorn ($950/wk), Yokine ($798/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Joondanna?
Joondanna has a school rating of 85/100 across 1 schools, which is well above average for Perth. The highest-rated school is St Denis School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Joondanna from Perth CBD?
Joondanna is 13 minutes by car, or 37 minutes by public transport, or 25 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 Joondanna affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Joondanna is $1.2M, up 22.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $757K. For renters, median weekly rent is $850/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Tuart Hill ($987K), Mount Hawthorn ($1.8M), Yokine ($1.3M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/joondanna
Joondanna sits in Perth's inner north, drawing young families and professionals with its quiet streets and handy location, just 10 minutes from Northbridge and close to multiple supermarkets. Rents have climbed sharply over the years, reflecting growing demand for the suburb's urban convenience. A multicultural undercurrent adds character, with Bhutanese community gatherings and local eateries on Main Street. Property upkeep is patchy, but the suburb's proximity to the city keeps it firmly on buyers' radars. Property prices sit at a median of $1.21M and rent of $850/week, which is 18% above the Perth metro median.
Expect a short 13-minute drive to the CBD (or 37 min via public transport), and most residents drive (66%). Crime levels are moderate, and the 51/100 safety score is 1 point below the metro mean of 52.
School quality is among the highest in Perth, with 1 school holding a combined 85/100 rating. At a median age of 37, households here bring in $1,681/week.