3 min drive to Thornlie + 5 min transfer + 30 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
36 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1318/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
8.2%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
64%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
3.8%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Langford
Full-time 24.5%Part-time 16.1%Unemployed 3.9%Not in labour 55.6%
Dwelling Types
Langford
House 83.3%Semi-detached 16.4%
Commute Mode
Langford
Car 89.0%Transit 5.1%Bicycle 0.6%Walk 0.7%WFH 4.6%
Country of Birth
Australia
42.5%
India
5.3%
China
4.4%
Malaysia
4.4%
England
3.3%
Language at Home
English only
48.2%
Mandarin
3.8%
Cantonese
1.7%
Arabic
1.3%
Hindi
0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about Langford
Is Langford safe?
Langford has a safety score of 18/100, which is well below 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: Lynwood (WA) (58/100), Cannington (4/100), Ferndale (WA) (66/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Langford?
Median weekly rent in Langford is $650/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lynwood (WA) ($700/wk), Cannington ($750/wk), Ferndale (WA) ($720/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Langford?
Langford has a school rating of 63/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Al-Ameen College (Combined), St Jude's Catholic School (Primary), Brookman Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Langford from Perth CBD?
Langford is 27 minutes by car, or 50 minutes by public transport, or 38 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Langford affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Langford is $730K, up 17.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $600K. For renters, median weekly rent is $650/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lynwood (WA) ($830K), Cannington ($805K), Ferndale (WA) ($820K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/langford
💰 Affordable⚠️ Safety Concern📈 Gentrifying
Langford is an affordable south-eastern Perth suburb with a reputation for steady improvement. Public housing has progressively given way to private ownership, attracting budget-conscious buyers who value proximity to the Armadale train line and Carousel shopping centre. Crime concerns persist, particularly break-ins and antisocial behaviour, though observers note the area has calmed considerably. A multicultural community with local ovals and green spaces lends it a quietly evolving, family-oriented character.
Houses here have a median value of $730k and rent of $650/week, 28% below the Perth metro median. The commute to Perth CBD is a 27-minute drive by car or 50 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (73%). Crime rates are higher than average, and the safety score of 18/100 falls 34 points below the metro mean of 52. With 3 schools scoring 63/100, education here is well above average. The population has a median age of 36 and earns $1,318/week per household.
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