5 min drive to Guildford + 5 min transfer + 27 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
37 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2209/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.2%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
80%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
8.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
South Guildford
Full-time 35.1%Part-time 17.7%Unemployed 1.8%Not in labour 45.4%
Dwelling Types
South Guildford
House 93.8%Semi-detached 5.5%Flat/Unit 0.6%
Commute Mode
South Guildford
Car 82.4%Transit 5.0%Bicycle 0.7%Walk 1.5%WFH 10.4%
Country of Birth
Australia
68.4%
England
7.4%
New Zealand
3.7%
India
2.0%
South Africa
1.3%
Language at Home
English only
86.3%
Mandarin
0.5%
Cantonese
0.2%
Italian
0.2%
Spanish
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about South Guildford
Is South Guildford safe?
South Guildford has a safety score of 61/100, which is 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. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Guildford (WA) (18/100), Bassendean (WA) (37/100), Eden Hill (53/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in South Guildford?
Median weekly rent in South Guildford is $850/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Guildford (WA) ($750/wk), Bassendean (WA) ($750/wk), Eden Hill ($720/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
How far is South Guildford from Perth CBD?
South Guildford is 25 minutes by car, or 60 minutes by public transport, or 37 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is South Guildford affordable to buy in?
The median house price in South Guildford is $973K, up 14.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $945K. For renters, median weekly rent is $850/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Guildford (WA) ($1.1M), Bassendean (WA) ($985K), Eden Hill ($870K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/south-guildford
South Guildford appeals to buyers seeking larger, established blocks at relatively affordable prices in a quiet, semi-rural setting. The trade-offs are real: aircraft noise from nearby Perth Airport and Swan River flood risk are recurring concerns. New builds must meet noise insulation requirements. The suburb suits those wanting space and greenery rather than walkable urban convenience. At $973k and rent of $850/week, the local housing market is 5% below the Perth metro median.
South Guildford sits a 25-minute drive from the CBD (60 min by transit), and most residents drive (67%). The safety score of 61/100 sits 9 points above the metro average of 52.
The suburb's median age of 37 and household income of $2,209/week sit near the broader average.