5 min drive to Thornlie + 5 min transfer + 30 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
38 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1571/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
7.1%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
76%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
4.6%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.7
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Thornlie
Full-time 28.2%Part-time 16.7%Unemployed 3.6%Not in labour 51.5%
Dwelling Types
Thornlie
House 91.1%Semi-detached 7.6%Flat/Unit 1.2%
Commute Mode
Thornlie
Car 88.2%Transit 5.1%Walk 0.8%WFH 5.6%
Country of Birth
Australia
54.2%
England
6.6%
India
4.0%
Malaysia
3.5%
New Zealand
3.0%
Language at Home
English only
67.8%
Mandarin
2.5%
Arabic
1.0%
Cantonese
1.0%
Vietnamese
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Thornlie
Is Thornlie safe?
Thornlie has a safety score of 35/100, which is below 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 down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Langford (18/100), Huntingdale (WA) (46/100), Beckenham (33/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Thornlie?
Median weekly rent in Thornlie is $700/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Langford ($650/wk), Huntingdale (WA) ($720/wk), Beckenham ($700/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Thornlie?
Thornlie has a school rating of 50/100 across 7 schools, which is around average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Australian Islamic College (Thornlie) (Combined), Thornlie Senior High School (Secondary), Sacred Heart Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Thornlie from Perth CBD?
Thornlie is 30 minutes by car, or 48 minutes by public transport, or 40 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is highly walkable with many amenities nearby. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Thornlie affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Thornlie is $830K, up 21.4% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $557K. For renters, median weekly rent is $700/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Langford ($730K), Huntingdale (WA) ($781K), Beckenham ($820K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/thornlie
🚆 Public Transport⚠️ Safety Concern🌍 Multicultural💰 Affordable🌳 Established
Thornlie is a suburb defined by its train line and its reputation. The new Thornlie-Cockburn Link has been a game-changer for connectivity, but the station area remains infamous for antisocial behaviour after dark. People consistently note two Thornlies: the quieter Forest Lakes end near Canning Vale, and the rougher pockets north of Spencer Road. Spencer Food Hall is a celebrated multicultural gem with cheap, diverse cuisine. Affordable housing draws first-home buyers willing to trade polish for proximity to public transport.
Median property values reach $830k and rent of $700/week, 19% below the Perth metro median. Commuters face a 30-minute drive to the CBD (48 min on public transport), where most residents drive (72%). The local safety score of 35/100 comes in 17 points below the metro mean of 52. Families have access to 7 schools with a rating of 50/100, above average. Demographically, the median age sits at 38 and household income at $1,571/week.
“They've got Japanese, Thai, Indo, Indian, Chinese, Halal, Singapore, steamed, offal, dosais, rotis, curry puffs, samosa, sweets ++ so much choice. Very multicultural crowd including lots of mixed families. Feels a bit like Melbourne! So cheap most meals are $9-$11.”— 85 upvotes in community discussion