8 min drive to Rockingham + 5 min transfer + 44 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
49 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1169/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
8.1%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
60%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
5.1%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.0
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Rockingham
Full-time 26.0%Part-time 14.0%Unemployed 3.8%Not in labour 56.1%
Dwelling Types
Rockingham
House 65.5%Semi-detached 20.1%Flat/Unit 14.1%
Commute Mode
Rockingham
Car 85.8%Transit 4.9%Bicycle 0.6%Walk 2.4%WFH 6.3%
Country of Birth
Australia
58.2%
England
14.9%
New Zealand
4.1%
Philippines
1.3%
South Africa
0.9%
Language at Home
English only
89.8%
Mandarin
0.2%
Spanish
0.2%
Italian
0.2%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Rockingham
Is Rockingham safe?
Rockingham has a safety score of 11/100, 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. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman (44/100), Safety Bay (56/100), Cooloongup (28/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Rockingham?
Median weekly rent in Rockingham is $630/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman ($580/wk), Safety Bay ($600/wk), Cooloongup ($590/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Rockingham?
Rockingham has a school rating of 34/100 across 9 schools, which is below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Kolbe Catholic College (Secondary), Rockingham Senior High School (Secondary), Rockingham Montessori School (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Rockingham from Perth CBD?
Rockingham is 46 minutes by car, or 67 minutes by public transport, or 57 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 Rockingham affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Rockingham is $826K, up 18.6% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $575K. For renters, median weekly rent is $630/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman ($676K), Safety Bay ($825K), Cooloongup ($722K). (Data as of July 2026)
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🏖️ Beach Lifestyle💰 Affordable⚠️ Safety Concern🌿 Nature & Outdoors🚆 Public Transport
Rockingham is a coastal suburb about 40 minutes south of Perth, centred on a beautiful foreshore with fish and chips, sunsets, and penguin colonies on nearby Penguin Island. Locals appreciate the beach lifestyle and relatively affordable housing, and the train connection makes CBD commuting viable. The AUKUS submarine base at Garden Island is expected to transform the local economy. However, a persistent bogan reputation, frequent police activity, and fire service capacity issues are common gripes. People describe it as rough around the edges but improving, with genuine coastal charm.
The median house price is $826k and rent of $630/week, 19% below the Perth metro median. From Rockingham, the CBD is a 46-minute drive away (67 min by transit), and most residents drive (68%). The safety score of 11/100 is 41 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 9 schools, rated 34/100 and around average. Typical residents are around 49 years old, with a household income of $1,169/week.
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