Harrisdale at a glance
Median house
$770,000
Median unit
$285,120
Walk score
2
Very car dependent
Population
11.7k
Median age 33
The brief
What to know about Harrisdale.
The postcode for Harrisdale is 6112 (WA), part of Greater Perth.
The median house price in Harrisdale is $770,000.
Harrisdale (6112) sits in the Armadale region of Western Australia. The median house here is $770,000, in line with the Western Australia median of around $720K.
Harrisdale has roughly 11,667 residents, with a young-family demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied. Daily life is car-dependent: most residents drive to work, school and the shops.
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What it’s like to live here.
Harrisdale scores 2/100 on walkability, which makes it car-dependent with limited public transport. Plan for two cars in a typical household, especially if work isn't local.
Summer days here average around 32°C (warm), winter mornings around 8°C (mild). Annual rainfall lands at about 777mm. Data comes from the Bureau of Meteorology's Perth Airport station, 35.0km away.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 13 government primary, 3 government secondary, 2 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Harrisdale's population at 11,667, with a median age of 33. That sits as a young-family demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (79% own, 20% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (88% family households, 11% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
11,667
Median age
33
Family households
88%
Lone person
11%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $770,000 on a typical sale, in line with the Western Australia median. Units come in around $285,120, roughly 63% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $154,000. Prices are in line with the Western Australia median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$770,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $285,120.
Sales data as of December 2024· sales-abs
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$320/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$420/wk
Owner occupied
79%
Renter occupied
20%
At a deeper level
$770,000
$285,120
11,667
Median age: 33
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Gross rental yield on houses sits at 2.16% (median rent $320/wk against a $770,000 price tag). Units yield 7.66% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (20%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 20242.16%
Based on $770,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 20247.66%
Based on $285,120 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202679%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: ABS Data by Region (SA2-level, 2024) · Dec 2024–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Getting around
Walkability.
2
0
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
Education
Schools in Harrisdale.
Local schools for Harrisdale
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Government School Catchment
North Harrisdale Primary School
Harrisdale Primary School
Harrisdale Senior High School
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Climate
Weather year-round.
Annual Rainfall
777 mm
Hottest Month (avg max)
31.9°C
Coldest Month (avg min)
8.1°C
Monthly Rainfall (mm)
Weather data from BOM station Perth Airport (35 km away)
Climate data as of May 2026· Bureau of Meteorology
Frequently asked
About Harrisdale.
- What is the median house price in Harrisdale?
- The median house price in Harrisdale, WA 6112 is $770,000. The median unit price is $285,120.
- What is the Harrisdale postcode?
- Harrisdale is in the 6112 postcode, in WA, in the City of Armadale region.
- Where is Harrisdale?
- Harrisdale is a suburb of Perth, in WA 6112. It is part of the Greater Perth area, in the City of Armadale region.
- What is the average rent in Harrisdale?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $320, for units it's $420.
- What schools are in Harrisdale?
- There are 20 schools serving Harrisdale on this page, including North Harrisdale Primary School, Carey Baptist College, Harrisdale Primary School.
- How walkable is Harrisdale?
- Harrisdale has a Walk Score of 2 out of 100, highly car-dependent. transit score 0, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Harrisdale?
- Harrisdale is close to Piara Waters, Southern River, Canning Vale South, Forrestdale, Canning Vale.
- What is the population of Harrisdale?
- The population of Harrisdale is approximately 11,667 (2021 Census). The median age is 33.
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Sources cited
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