Riverton Education Support CentreSpecialGovernment78
NAPLAN Scores
Overall
78
Administration
Students
44
Ratio
6:1
Demographics
ICSEA
1068
Gender
23%/77%
Indig.
2%
LBOTE
78%
Location & Travel
0 min(20.3 km)
Drive to Perth CBD
0 min
Transit to Perth CBD
0 min
Park & Ride to Perth CBD
12 min drive to Ranford Road + 5 min transfer + 36 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
39 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1906/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
5.3%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
72%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
8.1%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.9
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Riverton
Full-time 28.6%Part-time 18.5%Unemployed 2.7%Not in labour 50.2%
Dwelling Types
Riverton
House 88.4%Semi-detached 9.3%Flat/Unit 2.1%
Commute Mode
Riverton
Car 83.0%Transit 5.1%Bicycle 0.9%Walk 1.1%WFH 9.9%
Country of Birth
Australia
44.8%
India
8.9%
Malaysia
7.3%
China
6.0%
Sri Lanka
4.1%
Language at Home
English only
50.9%
Mandarin
6.6%
Cantonese
2.0%
Hindi
0.9%
Arabic
0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about Riverton
Is Riverton safe?
Riverton has a safety score of 63/100, 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: Shelley (WA) (81/100), Wilson (37/100), Waterford (WA) (63/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Riverton?
Median weekly rent in Riverton is $798/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Shelley (WA) ($850/wk), Wilson ($780/wk), Waterford (WA) ($925/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Riverton?
Riverton has a school rating of 87/100 across 3 schools, which is well above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Riverton Primary School (Primary), Queen of Apostles School (Primary), Riverton Education Support Centre (Special). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Riverton from Perth CBD?
Riverton is 25 minutes by car, or 51 minutes by public transport, or 53 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 Riverton affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Riverton is $1.2M, up 0.4% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $878K. For renters, median weekly rent is $798/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Shelley (WA) ($2.0M), Wilson ($1.1M), Waterford (WA) ($1.6M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/riverton
🌳 Established🚗 Car Dependent👨👩👧 Family Friendly🌿 Nature & Outdoors🏡 Quiet Residential
Riverton is described by locals as a quiet, established suburb on the Canning River, well-suited to families drawn to its school catchments and green open spaces. People say it has good local amenities, including Stockland shopping centre, a well-regarded library, and the Leisureplex, but it is heavily car-dependent, with train access requiring a drive to nearby stations. The riverside foreshore is a genuine highlight, attracting walkers and nature lovers.
Median property values reach $1.24M and rent of $798/week, 22% above the Perth metro median. Commuters face a 25-minute drive to the CBD (51 min on public transport), where most residents drive (67%). The local safety score of 63/100 comes in 11 points above the metro mean of 52. Families have access to 3 schools with a rating of 87/100, among the highest in Perth. Demographically, the median age sits at 39 and household income at $1,906/week.
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