5 min drive to West Leederville + 5 min transfer + 10 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
$2005/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.9%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
59%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
9.5%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.4
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Wembley
Full-time 32.1%Part-time 21.6%Unemployed 2.3%Not in labour 44.0%
Dwelling Types
Wembley
House 48.7%Semi-detached 18.1%Flat/Unit 33.0%
Commute Mode
Wembley
Car 73.7%Transit 9.0%Bicycle 3.2%Walk 2.5%WFH 11.6%
Country of Birth
Australia
59.5%
England
5.9%
India
2.3%
New Zealand
1.7%
China
1.7%
Language at Home
English only
75.3%
Mandarin
1.4%
Italian
0.6%
Spanish
0.5%
Cantonese
0.4%
Frequently Asked Questions about Wembley
Is Wembley safe?
Wembley has a safety score of 75/100, which is above 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: West Leederville (42/100), Glendalough (25/100), Subiaco (31/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Wembley?
Median weekly rent in Wembley is $1050/wk, making it one of the most expensive suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Leederville ($995/wk), Glendalough ($875/wk), Subiaco ($983/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Wembley?
Wembley has a school rating of 72/100 across 5 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Wembley Primary School (Primary), Bold Park Community School (Combined), Lake Monger Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Wembley from Perth CBD?
Wembley is 13 minutes by car, or 37 minutes by public transport, or 20 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Wembley affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Wembley is $1.9M, up 6.6% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $540K. For renters, median weekly rent is $1050/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Leederville ($1.9M), Glendalough ($1.0M), Subiaco ($2.1M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/wembley
🌳 Established💎 Expensive👨👩👧 Family Friendly🏡 Quiet Residential🚗 Car Dependent
Wembley sits in Perth’s coveted inner-western corridor, and locals describe it as a settled, family-oriented suburb with a relaxed pace. People say the golf course and Lake Monger make it a draw for outdoor enthusiasts, while Cambridge Street’s international food court adds multicultural flavour. Residents note that prices are steep and day-to-day life is largely car-dependent.
Buyers can expect a median price of $1.93M and rent of $1050/week, 89% above the Perth metro median. The CBD is a short 13-minute drive away (37 min by transit), and most residents drive (60%). The area scores 75/100 for safety, comfortably 23 points above Perth's metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. There are 5 schools nearby, rated 72/100 overall and well above average. Residents have a median age of 37 and household income of $2,005/week.
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