Wanneroo is a mostly established suburb with some undeveloped areas in the eastern sector of its 20 square kilometre land area. Wanneroo experienced major development during the 1970s with gradual increases experienced from the mid-1990s as new properties were built in the area.
Life in Wanneroo
A relaxed lifestyle and a sense of community are on offer in Wanneroo. The outer-northern suburb has a number of parks, gardens and lakes within its perimeters that contribute to its suburban charm, as well a civic centre and community centre. Other notable fixtures are the Wanneroo Town Centre, Wanneroo Central Shopping Centre and the Wanneroo Show Grounds.
Wanneroo Facts
KEY FACTS
| Distance to Perth (km) | 22 |
| Postcode | 6065 |
| Local Government | Wanneroo |
| Local Schools | Banksia Grove Catholic Primary School, St Anthonys, East Wanneroo P.S., Wanneroo P.S., Wanneroo S.H.S., Irene McCormack Catholic College, St Anthony’s School |
| Nearby Schools | St Stephen’s School (Tapping) |
| Shops | Wanneroo Village |
| Train Stations | Whitfords |
| Bus Services | Bus service to Whitfords train Station |
Property Ownership Types
Wanneroo Property Types
Fully Owned (30.4%)Being Purchased (46.3%)Being Rented (21.2%)Other (2.1%)
House (87%)Duplex/Villa/Town House (5.5%)Flat/Unit/Apartment (4.6%)Other (2.9%)
| 2011 CENSUS SUMMARY | WANNEROO | PERTH |
|---|---|---|
| Population – Usually Resident | 11,901 | 1,645,573 |
| Median Age of Residents (Years) | 38 | 35 |
| Average Household Size (persons) | 2.00 | 2.55 |
| Total Households | 4,374 | 604,425 |
| Number of Occupied Dwellings * | 4,751 | 595,499 |
| Number of Unoccupied Dwellings | 378 | 57,529 |
| Median Weekly Household Income | $1,287 | $1,481 |
| Median Monthly Mortgage Repayment | $1,573 | $2,008 |
| Median Weekly Rent | $310 | $327 |
* Excludes visitor only households
Wanneroo by Age
Wanneroo Households
Below 19 yrs (25%)20-64 yrs (59.9%)Over 65 yrs (15.1%)
Couples without children (30.2%)Couple family with children (31.4%)Single parent family (11.5%)Other families (1.3%)Lone Person (23.1%)Group Household (2.4%)