9 min drive to Aubin Grove + 5 min transfer + 33 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
34 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2155/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.9%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
68%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
5.9%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.8
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Success
Full-time 36.5%Part-time 17.6%Unemployed 2.9%Not in labour 43.0%
Dwelling Types
Success
House 79.9%Semi-detached 9.4%Flat/Unit 10.7%
Commute Mode
Success
Car 83.8%Transit 7.5%Walk 1.1%WFH 7.4%
Country of Birth
Australia
56.3%
England
5.1%
India
4.0%
China
3.3%
New Zealand
3.3%
Language at Home
English only
70.9%
Mandarin
2.8%
Hindi
0.7%
Cantonese
0.5%
Spanish
0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions about Success
Is Success safe?
Success has a safety score of 27/100, which is below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Property crime (break-ins, theft) is the main concern, while violent crime is relatively low. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Beeliar (46/100), Atwell (65/100), Cockburn Central (6/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Success?
Median weekly rent in Success is $760/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Beeliar ($750/wk), Atwell ($750/wk), Cockburn Central ($800/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Success?
Success has a school rating of 72/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Emmanuel Catholic College (Secondary), Jandakot Primary School (Primary), Success Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Success from Perth CBD?
Success is 28 minutes by car, or 48 minutes by public transport, or 47 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Success affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Success is $955K, up 11.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $600K. For renters, median weekly rent is $760/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Beeliar ($997K), Atwell ($980K), Cockburn Central ($881K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/success
🚗 Car Dependent🏡 Quiet Residential👨👩👧 Family Friendly
Success is a quiet, family-oriented suburb in Perth's south, nestled between Cockburn and Jandakot. Residents enjoy easy freeway access and proximity to Cockburn Gateway for shopping, but the area is very car-dependent with limited public transport. New residential estates continue to expand near Thompson Lake. The suburb is peaceful rather than vibrant, attracting families who prioritise space and convenience over walkability or nightlife.
Median property values reach $955k and rent of $760/week, 6% below the Perth metro median. Commuters face a 28-minute drive to the CBD (48 min on public transport), where most residents drive (67%). The local safety score of 27/100 comes in 25 points below the metro mean of 52. Families have access to 3 schools with a rating of 72/100, well above average. Demographically, the median age sits at 34 and household income at $2,155/week.
“Think twice before renting or buying any of the apartments on Malata Cres in Success. Both me and my neighbour are battling severe mould and moisture intrusion.”— 189 upvotes in community discussion