27 min drive to Woodbridge + 5 min transfer + 33 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
$1941/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.5%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
88%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.6%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.8
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Mount Helena
Full-time 29.4%Part-time 16.6%Unemployed 2.4%Not in labour 51.7%
Dwelling Types
Mount Helena
House 99.1%Other 0.5%
Commute Mode
Mount Helena
Car 86.3%Transit 1.9%Walk 1.9%WFH 9.9%
Country of Birth
Australia
73.9%
England
9.3%
New Zealand
3.1%
South Africa
0.9%
India
0.4%
Language at Home
English only
96.0%
Italian
0.3%
Greek
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Helena
Is Mount Helena safe?
Mount Helena has a safety score of 90/100, which is well above average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Violent crime rates are higher than property crime, which is unusual for Perth. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Stoneville (82/100), Chidlow (89/100), Parkerville (93/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Mount Helena?
Median weekly rent in Mount Helena is $720/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Stoneville ($875/wk), Chidlow ($770/wk), Parkerville ($905/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Mount Helena?
Mount Helena has a school rating of 21/100 across 2 schools, which is below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Eastern Hills Senior High School (Secondary), Mount Helena Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Mount Helena from Perth CBD?
Mount Helena is 50 minutes by car, or 108 minutes by public transport, or 65 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Mount Helena affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Mount Helena is $985K, up 9.1% over the past year. For renters, median weekly rent is $720/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Stoneville ($1.1M), Chidlow ($1.2M), Parkerville ($1.3M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/mount-helena
Mount Helena is a quiet, semi-rural suburb in the Perth Hills, attracting families and acreage seekers who value bushland living over urban convenience. Local highlights include the well-regarded Mount Helena Deli and the Amaroo Retreat & Spa, a popular destination for quality dining in a serene setting. Residents trade walkability and public transport for space, nature, and a relaxed hills lifestyle, with bushfire awareness a seasonal reality. The typical house sells for around $985k and rent of $720/week, placing it close to the Perth metro median.
Getting to the CBD takes a 50-minute drive or 108 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (67%). At 90/100, safety here is notably above the metro average of 52 by 38 points, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences.
The area's 2 schools hold a combined rating of 21/100, below the Perth average. The median age is 41, with households earning $1,941/week.