11 min drive to Thornlie + 5 min transfer + 30 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
42 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1599/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.4%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
79%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
5.6%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.5
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Parkwood
Full-time 30.0%Part-time 18.7%Unemployed 2.9%Not in labour 48.4%
Dwelling Types
Parkwood
House 84.0%Semi-detached 10.9%Flat/Unit 5.0%
Commute Mode
Parkwood
Car 88.5%Transit 3.4%Bicycle 0.6%Walk 0.6%WFH 6.9%
Country of Birth
Australia
50.6%
Malaysia
9.3%
England
7.0%
India
4.2%
China
4.0%
Language at Home
English only
66.1%
Mandarin
4.8%
Cantonese
2.9%
Arabic
0.5%
Hindi
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Parkwood
Is Parkwood safe?
Parkwood has a safety score of 55/100, which is around 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), Ferndale (WA) (66/100), Riverton (WA) (63/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Parkwood?
Median weekly rent in Parkwood is $745/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lynwood (WA) ($700/wk), Ferndale (WA) ($720/wk), Riverton (WA) ($798/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Parkwood?
Parkwood has a school rating of 74/100 across 2 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Lynwood Senior High School (Secondary), Parkwood Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Parkwood from Perth CBD?
Parkwood is 28 minutes by car, or 55 minutes by public transport, or 46 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Parkwood affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Parkwood is $928K, up 16.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $720K. For renters, median weekly rent is $745/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lynwood (WA) ($830K), Ferndale (WA) ($820K), Riverton (WA) ($1.2M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/parkwood
Parkwood is a mid-ring southern suburb sitting between Canning Vale and Riverton, largely residential and car-dependent. It attracts budget-conscious buyers and renters, with 3-bedroom homes accessible in the $430-550k range and rents around $600 per week. Safety questions come up frequently from newcomers, though locals note it is improving alongside neighbouring Ferndale. The suburb sits near Roe Highway and Albany Highway, making a car essential for most daily trips. The typical house sells for around $928k and rent of $745/week, placing it 9% below the Perth metro median.
Getting to the CBD takes a 28-minute drive or 55 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (73%). With a safety score of 55/100, the area is 3 points above the metro average of 52.
The area's 2 schools hold a combined rating of 74/100, well above average. The median age is 42, with households earning $1,599/week.