7 min drive to Bull Creek + 5 min transfer + 21 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
42 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1927/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.6%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
77%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.4%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Kardinya
Full-time 31.1%Part-time 20.8%Unemployed 2.6%Not in labour 45.5%
Dwelling Types
Kardinya
House 86.1%Semi-detached 10.2%Flat/Unit 3.5%
Commute Mode
Kardinya
Car 84.5%Transit 4.7%Bicycle 0.7%Walk 1.1%WFH 9.1%
Country of Birth
Australia
59.7%
England
5.2%
Malaysia
2.8%
India
2.3%
China
2.1%
Language at Home
English only
73.7%
Mandarin
2.0%
Italian
1.4%
Cantonese
1.1%
Spanish
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Kardinya
Is Kardinya safe?
Kardinya has a safety score of 64/100, 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: Winthrop (96/100), Murdoch (28/100), Willagee (23/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Kardinya?
Median weekly rent in Kardinya is $775/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Winthrop ($990/wk), Murdoch ($790/wk), Willagee ($820/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Kardinya?
Kardinya has a school rating of 61/100 across 2 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Kardinya Primary School (Primary), North Lake Senior Campus (Secondary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Kardinya from Perth CBD?
Kardinya is 23 minutes by car, or 45 minutes by public transport, or 33 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 Kardinya affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Kardinya is $1.2M, up 16.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $765K. For renters, median weekly rent is $775/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Winthrop ($1.7M), Murdoch ($1.3M), Willagee ($988K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/kardinya
🌳 Established🚗 Car Dependent
Kardinya is an established south-of-river suburb anchored by its local shopping centre and convenient access to Murdoch station. Residents value its relative affordability compared to nearby Winthrop and Mount Pleasant, though the area draws occasional safety concerns. South Street congestion is a recurring gripe, but the suburb's mix of families, renters and long-term owners gives it a settled, functional feel.
At $1.24M and rent of $775/week, the local housing market is 22% above the Perth metro median. Kardinya sits a 23-minute drive from the CBD (45 min by transit), and most residents drive (69%). The safety score of 64/100 sits 12 points above the metro average of 52. It has 2 schools with a combined rating of 61/100, well above average. The suburb's median age of 42 and household income of $1,927/week sit near the broader average.
“I saw the shitcunt drive into your car and destroy the side / back. And then he drove off. I have his information. I've also left information via email to the Kardinya shops.”— 311 upvotes in community discussion