8 min drive to Warwick + 5 min transfer + 24 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
44 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2124/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.0%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
69%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
12.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.3
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
North Beach
Full-time 31.0%Part-time 19.3%Unemployed 2.2%Not in labour 47.5%
Dwelling Types
North Beach
House 62.0%Semi-detached 29.2%Flat/Unit 8.5%
Commute Mode
North Beach
Car 79.0%Transit 3.2%Bicycle 0.9%Walk 1.8%WFH 15.1%
Country of Birth
Australia
69.4%
England
9.0%
New Zealand
2.4%
South Africa
2.4%
India
0.6%
Language at Home
English only
91.5%
Italian
0.5%
Greek
0.3%
Spanish
0.3%
Hindi
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about North Beach
Is North Beach safe?
North Beach has a safety score of 66/100, 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 up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Watermans Bay (83/100), Karrinyup (46/100), Trigg (87/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in North Beach?
Median weekly rent in North Beach is $1000/wk, making it one of the most expensive suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Watermans Bay ($1048/wk), Karrinyup ($950/wk), Trigg ($1185/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in North Beach?
North Beach has a school rating of 81/100 across 2 schools, which is well above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include North Beach Primary School (Primary), Our Lady of Grace School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is North Beach from Perth CBD?
North Beach is 22 minutes by car, or 59 minutes by public transport, or 37 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 North Beach affordable to buy in?
The median house price in North Beach is $1.9M, up 36.2% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $851K. For renters, median weekly rent is $1000/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Watermans Bay ($2.9M), Karrinyup ($1.6M), Trigg ($2.8M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/north-beach
🏖️ Beach Lifestyle🌿 Nature & Outdoors💎 Expensive🌳 Established🚗 Car Dependent
North Beach is one of Perth's most cherished coastal suburbs, celebrated for its sweeping Indian Ocean sunsets, a popular dog beach, and a relaxed seaside rhythm shared between surfers, walkers, and families. The suburb draws consistent property interest from buyers seeking an established beachside address at a premium. A local shopping strip and cafes add everyday convenience, though most residents rely on a car for anything beyond the coast.
The typical house sells for around $1.93M and rent of $1000/week, placing it 89% above the Perth metro median. Getting to the CBD takes a 22-minute drive or 59 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (65%). At 66/100, safety here is notably above the metro average of 52 by 14 points, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. The area's 2 schools hold a combined rating of 81/100, among the highest in Perth. The median age is 44, with households earning $2,124/week.
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