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Wanneroo
Wanneroo is one of Perth's oldest inland communities, now a leafy family suburb surrounded by lakes, parks and market gardens. It offers larger blocks, quieter streets and good schools while remaining close to Joondalup and the freeway.
Distance to Perth CBD
≈ 25 km north (30 min by car)
Perth Airport
≈ 35 km to Perth Airport
Median house rent
Median weekly house rent: $650–$720 (3–4 bed)
Demographics & feel
- Population: ≈ 10,000
- Median age: 36 years
- Who lives here: Established and growing families
- Vibe: Semi-rural family suburb, lakes and green space
- Nearest beach: Quinns Rocks — 20 min drive
Transport & connectivity
- Wanneroo Rd direct to Perth
- Mitchell Freeway (10 min west)
- Transperth buses 390/391 to Joondalup and Perth
Amenities & lifestyle
- Wanneroo Central Shopping Centre
- Wanneroo Botanic Gardens & mini golf
- Yellagonga Regional Park
- Wanneroo Showgrounds & aquamotion pool
Growth outlook
Solid, steady long-term growth. Larger established blocks appeal to families wanting more space than the coastal new-builds offer.
Public schools
Private & Catholic schools
Daycare, kindy & early learning
Nearest hospitals & medical
Vets & pet care
Things to do
- Weekend at Wanneroo Botanic Gardens & mini golf
- Walks around Lake Joondalup
- Local farm-gate produce along Wanneroo Rd
- Wanneroo Markets (fresh produce, café)
Further reading & links
Rental figures are guides drawn from recent REIWA and CoreLogic data and change quickly — always confirm with a current listing search.
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