Stirling Suburb Profile

Stirling sits around one of Perth's busiest northern rail hubs, with locals describing an established suburb in the midst of long-running renewal. A creative community scene — pottery studios, a women's woodworking shed, and an arts trail — gives it genuine character. The years-long station upgrade and Cedric Street freeway works have frustrated commuters, but many locals see the disruption as a sign of serious long-term investment in the area.

The median house price is $1.43M and rent of $900/week, 40% above the Perth metro median. From Stirling, the CBD is a short 14-minute drive away (33 min by transit), and most residents drive (69%). Safety is a strength: the crime score of 72/100 is 20 points above the metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. Typical residents are around 42 years old, with a household income of $2,221/week.