Wooroloo Suburb Profile

Wooroloo is a remote Perth Hills suburb defined by two powerful realities: sweeping rural landscapes and a minimum-security prison that has long shaped its identity. The 2021 bushfire, which razed over 71 homes, left a deep mark on the community, reinforcing both its vulnerability to fire and the resilience of those who stayed. It suits self-sufficient residents comfortable with isolation, total car dependence, and the quiet rawness of hills living.

The median house price is $1.05M and rent of $658/week, close to the Perth metro median. From Wooroloo, the CBD is a 58-minute drive away (147 min by transit), and most residents drive (67%). Safety is a strength: the crime score of 65/100 is 13 points above the metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. Education options include 1 school, rated 17/100 and below the Perth average. Typical residents are around 37 years old, with a household income of $1,895/week.