7 min drive to Warwick + 5 min transfer + 24 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
$2456/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.0%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
78%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
11.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Karrinyup
Full-time 29.7%Part-time 18.4%Unemployed 2.1%Not in labour 49.8%
Dwelling Types
Karrinyup
House 86.9%Semi-detached 11.5%Flat/Unit 1.6%
Commute Mode
Karrinyup
Car 80.5%Transit 3.3%Bicycle 0.9%Walk 1.1%WFH 14.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
69.1%
England
6.9%
South Africa
2.4%
New Zealand
2.0%
China
1.0%
Language at Home
English only
86.7%
Italian
0.7%
Mandarin
0.6%
Cantonese
0.3%
Spanish
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Karrinyup
Is Karrinyup safe?
Karrinyup has a safety score of 46/100, which is around average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Property crime (break-ins, theft) is the main concern, while violent crime is relatively low. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Trigg (87/100), North Beach (WA) (66/100), Carine (83/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Karrinyup?
Median weekly rent in Karrinyup is $950/wk, making it one of the most expensive suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Trigg ($1185/wk), North Beach (WA) ($1000/wk), Carine ($930/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Karrinyup?
Karrinyup has a school rating of 85/100 across 5 schools, which is well above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include St Mary's Anglican Girls' School (Combined), Karrinyup Primary School (Primary), Newborough Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Karrinyup from Perth CBD?
Karrinyup is 19 minutes by car, or 51 minutes by public transport, or 36 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Karrinyup affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Karrinyup is $1.6M, up 9.8% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $900K. For renters, median weekly rent is $950/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Trigg ($2.8M), North Beach (WA) ($1.9M), Carine ($1.6M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/karrinyup
🍜 Shopping & Dining🚗 Car Dependent💎 Expensive🌳 Established⚠️ Safety Concern
Karrinyup is anchored by one of Perth's largest and most frequented shopping centres, drawing crowds from across the northern suburbs for its retail, cinema, dining, and entertainment. Residential streets are quiet and established, with Hamersley Golf Course and nearby bushland reserves adding green space. The suburb sits firmly in the upper price bracket, regularly appearing on $1.5M family home shortlists. The shopping centre's chronic parking gridlock and a run of high-profile security incidents in recent years temper an otherwise comfortable and well-serviced address.
Property prices sit at a median of $1.60M and rent of $950/week, which is 57% above the Perth metro median. Expect a 19-minute drive to the CBD (or 51 min via public transport), and most residents drive (65%). Crime levels are moderate, and the 46/100 safety score is 6 points below the metro mean of 52. School quality is among the highest in Perth, with 5 schools holding a combined 85/100 rating. At a median age of 41, households here bring in $2,456/week.
“Made the mistake of entering one of the basement carparks at Karrinyup yesterday. Dropped the wife off telling her: 'you get started - I'll find a park and come join you'. Gave up looking after 20 mins. Then spent 40 mins stuck trying to get out. Total gridlock!”— 136 upvotes in community discussion