4 min drive to Maddington + 5 min transfer + 32 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
35 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1364/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
8.2%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
68%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
3.2%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Maddington
Full-time 25.6%Part-time 15.0%Unemployed 3.9%Not in labour 55.6%
Dwelling Types
Maddington
House 84.2%Semi-detached 11.1%Flat/Unit 3.9%Other 0.9%
Commute Mode
Maddington
Car 89.9%Transit 5.1%Walk 0.9%WFH 3.8%
Country of Birth
Australia
48.6%
Philippines
6.9%
India
6.2%
England
4.2%
New Zealand
2.3%
Language at Home
English only
56.5%
Arabic
0.8%
Mandarin
0.7%
Hindi
0.6%
Italian
0.4%
Frequently Asked Questions about Maddington
Is Maddington safe?
Maddington has a safety score of 12/100, 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: Kenwick (22/100), Gosnells (19/100), Thornlie (35/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Maddington?
Median weekly rent in Maddington is $655/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Kenwick ($650/wk), Gosnells ($650/wk), Thornlie ($700/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Maddington?
Maddington has a school rating of 39/100 across 6 schools, which is below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Yule Brook College (Secondary), East Maddington Primary School (Primary), Bramfield Park Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Maddington from Perth CBD?
Maddington is 31 minutes by car, or 47 minutes by public transport, or 41 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Maddington affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Maddington is $730K, up 20.0% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $630K. For renters, median weekly rent is $655/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Kenwick ($750K), Gosnells ($730K), Thornlie ($830K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/maddington
⚠️ Safety Concern💰 Affordable🚗 Car Dependent🌳 Established
Maddington is one of Perth’s more affordable suburbs south of the river, attracting budget-conscious buyers and renters. Locals describe a working-class, established neighbourhood with a mix of residential and industrial land uses along Albany Highway. The area carries a persistent safety concern reputation, with people often asking about crime before moving there, though some residents say it depends on the street.
The median house price is $730k and rent of $655/week, 28% below the Perth metro median. From Maddington, the CBD is a 31-minute drive away (47 min by transit), and most residents drive (74%). The safety score of 12/100 is 40 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 6 schools, rated 39/100 and around average. Typical residents are around 35 years old, with a household income of $1,364/week.
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