Innaloo
Semi-detached dwellings comprise 61.6% of Innaloo's housing stock, a ratio that places it far above the national norm for this dwelling type. The suburb grew 21.3% over the past decade, driven by overseas migration averaging 342 arrivals per year, yet population still sits at a relatively modest density of 3,014 per km2. Household incomes at the 67.3 percentile are middle-range nationally, but university qualifications at 43.5% run 13.4 percentage points above the national average. Mining employs 9.2% of workers, an unusually high share for an inner-suburban Perth location, reflecting FIFO workforce residency patterns.
Population
9,592
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,862/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
47
Median House
$494K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The $494,000 median (estimated from rent) positions Innaloo well below Perth's inner-ring premium suburbs. Semi-detached homes dominate at 61.6%, with detached houses at 31.3% and apartments at 7.1%. Three-bedroom dwellings make up 64.7% of stock, meaning the typical purchase is a mid-density villa or townhouse. Mortgage-to-income at 23.6% sits below the 30% stress threshold but higher than many WA suburbs in this dataset. Only 22.2% own outright, while 37.1% carry mortgages, suggesting a younger buying cohort. The 10.4% vacancy rate is a concern for resale timing, well above the national balanced range of 2-3%.
For Buyers
The $494,000 median (estimated from rent) positions Innaloo well below Perth's inner-ring premium suburbs. Semi-detached homes dominate at 61.6%, with detached houses at 31.3% and apartments at 7.1%. Three-bedroom dwellings make up 64.7% of stock, meaning the typical purchase is a mid-density villa or townhouse. Mortgage-to-income at 23.6% sits below the 30% stress threshold but higher than many WA suburbs in this dataset. Only 22.2% own outright, while 37.1% carry mortgages, suggesting a younger buying cohort. The 10.4% vacancy rate is a concern for resale timing, well above the national balanced range of 2-3%.
For Investors
Renters at 40.7% provide a substantial tenant base, running above the national average. Median weekly rent of $400 against a $494,000 estimated median produces a gross yield around 4.2%, competitive by metro standards. However, the 10.4% vacancy rate signals oversupply risk, likely driven by new semi-detached infill developments. With 38 DAs lodged in 12 months, the development pipeline is active. Net overseas migration at 342 per year is the primary demand driver, offset by a net internal outflow of 96. Gentrification score sits at 34 with early signs detected, including a 13.2% real income growth over the decade.
Development Activity
Total DAs
47
Last 12 Months
47
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Innaloo iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
St Dominic's School
PP-6 · 138 students
Yuluma Primary School
K-6 · 368 students
Demographics
English ancestry leads at 3,364, followed by Irish (1,041) and Scottish (849), but the overseas-born share of 37.4% sits 15.8 percentage points above the national average, reflecting significant migrant inflows. University qualifications at 43.5% run 13.4 points above national. The median age of 36 is 4 years below the national median, and average household size at 2.1 is below the national 2.5, indicating a high share of singles and couples. Couples without children (35.3%) outnumber couples with children (2,329 families), a profile more typical of inner-city zones than middle-ring suburbs.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
31.3%
Houses
61.6%
Townhouse
7.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Owner-occupiers total 59.3% (22.2% outright + 37.1% mortgage), while renters at 40.7% form a large minority. Semi-detached dwellings at 61.6% dominate the stock, far above the national average for this type, with detached houses at 31.3% and apartments at 7.1%. Three-bedroom homes account for 64.7%, and 4+ bedroom stock is limited to 10.5%. The estimated $494,000 median is affordable by Perth metro standards. Turnover at 30.9% is high, consistent with a renter-heavy, younger population. The 10.4% vacancy rate is significantly elevated compared to Perth's average.
Mortgage / mo
$1,900
Rent / wk
$400
HH Size
2.1
Personal Income / wk
$1,105
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.4%
Unoccupied
497
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
35.3%
Couples, no children
6,320
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads at 18.2% (745 workers), followed by Education at 11.7%, Professional/Tech at 11.4%, Mining at 9.2% and Construction at 9.1%. The 9.2% Mining share is notable for an inner-suburban location, indicating FIFO worker residency. Professionals (1,776) dominate occupations, nearly triple the next category. Unemployment at 3.8% is below the national average, and participation at 64.1% is moderate. The IEO decile 9 but IER decile 5 split suggests highly educated residents with middling economic resources, likely reflecting the younger age profile where wealth accumulation is still in progress.
Unemployment
3.0%
Labour Force
13,266
Unemployed
397
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
70.0%
Part-time
26.2%
Participation
64.1%
Employed
5,079
Occupations
Top Industries
University
43.5%
Postgraduate
9.7%
Born Overseas
37.4%
Dwellings
4,254
Transport to Work
Car driving accounts for 84.2% of commutes, with public transport at 7.1% and walking/cycling at 3.2%. The suburb hosts 2 primary schools: St Dominic's School (ICSEA 1,108, Catholic, 138 students) and Yuluma Primary School (ICSEA 1,038, Government, 368 students), both above the 1,000 national benchmark. The IRSAD decile 8 and IRSD decile 7 indicate above-average socio-economic conditions. Rent-to-income at 21.5% remains within a comfortable range, though the high vacancy rate of 10.4% may indicate seasonal or structural supply imbalances.
Drive
84.2%
Public Transport
7.1%
Walk / Cycle
3.2%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.64%/yr
(+339 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation growth averages 1.64% per year (339 persons), driven primarily by overseas migration at 342 net arrivals annually. Internal outflow of 96 per year partially offsets this. The 10-year population change of 21.3% is well above the national average. The suburb's trajectory is stable: young share grew 0.6 points and working-age share expanded 1.5 points, unlike many aging suburbs. Gentrification signals include a 13.2% real income growth over the decade. Population projections show growth from 20,958 in 2026 to 22,655 by 2031.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+342
Net Internal / yr
-96
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +28% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +342/yr, Accelerating: 7% → 19%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Innaloo compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Innaloo a good suburb to live in?
Innaloo suits younger professionals and couples. The IRSAD decile 8 rating indicates above-average advantage, and the $494,000 estimated median offers an affordable entry point for Perth's inner ring. University qualifications at 43.5% run 13.4 points above national. The main drawback is a 10.4% vacancy rate suggesting supply pressure.
What is the median house price in Innaloo?
The estimated median is $494,000 (derived from 2025 rental data), with median weekly rent at $400 and monthly mortgage repayments of $1,900. The mortgage-to-income ratio is 23.6%, below the 30% stress threshold. This positions Innaloo well below Perth's premium inner suburbs.
What schools are in Innaloo?
Innaloo has 2 primary schools. St Dominic's School (ICSEA 1,108, Catholic, 138 students) sits in the top quartile nationally, while Yuluma Primary School (ICSEA 1,038, Government, 368 students) also exceeds the 1,000 benchmark. No secondary school is located within the suburb boundaries.
Is Innaloo safe?
Crime data is not available for Innaloo in the current dataset. The IRSD decile 7 places it above average for socio-economic conditions, a factor typically associated with lower crime rates. The 3.8% unemployment rate is below the national average, and 59.3% of households are owner-occupiers.
Is Innaloo good for property investment?
The 40.7% renter share provides a deep tenant pool, and the estimated gross yield of 4.2% ($400/week on $494,000) is competitive by metro standards. However, the 10.4% vacancy rate is a material risk factor, well above balanced market levels. Population growth of 1.64% per year and 38 DAs in 12 months suggest ongoing supply additions.
How is Innaloo's population changing?
Population grows at 1.64% per year (339 people), driven by 342 net overseas arrivals annually. The 10-year change of 21.3% is well above the national average. The age structure is stable, with no significant aging trend. Projections show the population reaching 22,655 by 2031, up from about 20,721 in 2025.
What languages are spoken in Innaloo?
Mandarin (137), Italian (79), Portuguese (56), Cantonese (47) and Persian (46) are the most common non-English languages. With 37.4% born overseas, 15.8 percentage points above the national average, the linguistic mix reflects both European heritage and growing Asian migration.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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