Menora
With a median age of 57 that sits 17 years above the national figure, Menora stands out as one of Perth's most distinctly older-resident suburbs. Packed into just 1.15 square kilometres at a density of 2,332 people per km2, the suburb holds 2,691 residents who are predominantly professionals: 46.4% hold university qualifications, which is 16.3 points above national. SEIFA scores place the suburb in decile 8 on both IRSAD and IEO, signalling above-average advantage, though household income sits only in the 31st percentile nationally, reflecting the high share of residents who are no longer in the workforce. A 10.1% vacancy rate and a 42.6% outright ownership rate together point to established, long-held housing stock.
Population
2,691
Median Age
57.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,311/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
12
Median House
$475K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The estimated median house price of $475,000 is modest relative to the suburb's professional profile, partly because the data is estimated from 2025 rental levels rather than a deep sale transaction set. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,700, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 47.6%, which exceeds the standard 30% stress threshold and is notably higher than typical. Buyers get a mixed stock: 56.3% separate houses, 22.7% apartments and 21.0% semi-detached. Bedroom profile leans larger, with 35.3% of dwellings having four or more bedrooms and 22.3% having three, compared to 32.0% in the two-bedroom range. The 42.6% outright ownership rate is well above national averages, indicating many established residents have fully paid down their homes rather than entering the market recently.
For Buyers
The estimated median house price of $475,000 is modest relative to the suburb's professional profile, partly because the data is estimated from 2025 rental levels rather than a deep sale transaction set. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,700, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 47.6%, which exceeds the standard 30% stress threshold and is notably higher than typical. Buyers get a mixed stock: 56.3% separate houses, 22.7% apartments and 21.0% semi-detached. Bedroom profile leans larger, with 35.3% of dwellings having four or more bedrooms and 22.3% having three, compared to 32.0% in the two-bedroom range. The 42.6% outright ownership rate is well above national averages, indicating many established residents have fully paid down their homes rather than entering the market recently.
For Investors
A 23.3% renter share and weekly rent of $240 give investors a relatively thin yield signal against the $475,000 median, implying a gross yield near 2.6%, below typical market expectations. The 10.1% vacancy rate is elevated and warrants caution, suggesting soft rental demand relative to available stock. Overseas migration drives the broader area, with net inflows of 344 residents per year versus a net internal outflow of 11, supporting steady demand. Development activity is light at 11 applications in the past 12 months, mostly single-house additions and new single-resident builds, consistent with an established suburb where infill rather than large-scale development is the pattern. Population in the forecast area is projected to grow from 18,844 to around 19,955 by 2031 at roughly 1.16% annually.
Development Activity
Total DAs
12
Last 12 Months
12
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
Demographics
The median age of 57 is 17.0 years above the national figure, the most striking demographic fact in the brief. The senior share rose 1.2 points over the decade while the working-age share gained only 0.4 points, reinforcing an aging trajectory. University qualifications reach 46.4%, which is 16.3 points higher than the national rate, reflecting a long-established professional class. Overseas-born residents account for 28.8%, about 7.2 points above national. English (1,038 residents) leads ancestry, followed by Irish (302), Italian (252) and Scottish (236), giving the suburb a European-heritage character. Christianity (1,348) is the dominant religion, with a notable Jewish community of 222 residents, which is distinctive relative to most WA suburbs.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
56.3%
Houses
21.0%
Townhouse
22.7%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure data shows 42.6% of households own outright, 34.1% carry a mortgage and 23.3% rent. Outright ownership at 42.6% is high, reflecting the older resident base that has had decades to pay down debt. The housing stock is mostly separate houses at 56.3%, with semi-detached at 21.0% and apartments at 22.7%. Larger dwellings dominate: 35.3% have four or more bedrooms, compared to 32.0% with two bedrooms. Weekly rent of $240 is low in the context of Perth's broader rental market, while the monthly mortgage of $2,700 produces a mortgage-to-income ratio of 47.6%, above what the household income level of $1,311 per week comfortably supports. Rent-to-income at 18.3% is below the 30% stress threshold, meaning renters are in a better position than mortgage holders.
Mortgage / mo
$2,700
Rent / wk
$240
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$751
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.1%
Unoccupied
123
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.3%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
47.6% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
30.2%
Couples, no children
1,815
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads the local industry mix at 16.8% of employed residents (130 workers), followed closely by Professional/Tech at 16.1% (124) and Education at 11.3% (87). Public Admin adds 9.2% and Mining 7.4%, the latter reflecting broader WA economic patterns. By occupation, Professionals (373) and Managers (205) account for the largest share, consistent with SEIFA decile 8 on IEO, which captures education and occupation advantage. The unemployment rate is 4.5% against 48 unemployed residents, and the full-time employment rate is 57.5%. The participation rate of 45.1% is low, which makes sense given the 57-year median age and the 1,134 residents not in the labour force. Real income grew 8.9% over the decade and IRSD decile is 7, indicating moderate-to-good socioeconomic standing.
Unemployment
2.6%
Labour Force
11,251
Unemployed
293
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.5%
Part-time
38.0%
Participation
45.1%
Employed
1,013
Occupations
Top Industries
University
46.4%
Postgraduate
11.4%
Born Overseas
28.8%
Dwellings
1,091
Transport to Work
Car use is the dominant mode at 79.9% of residents driving to work, with public transport at 11.0% and walking or cycling at 3.5%. With no schools recorded inside the 1.15 km2 boundary, families rely on institutions in neighbouring suburbs, which is consistent with the older demographic profile. The suburb scores decile 8 on IRSAD nationally, placing it above the national average for combined advantage. Crime data is not available for Menora specifically, but the IRSD decile 7 reading suggests relative disadvantage is low compared to national benchmarks. The volunteering rate of 22.2% is notable, well above typical levels, pointing to a civic-minded, community-engaged population. Mortgage stress is real at 47.6% of income, but rent stress at 18.3% is comfortably below the 30% threshold.
Drive
79.9%
Public Transport
11.0%
Walk / Cycle
3.5%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.16%/yr
(+218 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 15.1% over the decade and the broader area is projected to reach 19,955 by 2031, up from 18,844 in 2025, at an annual rate near 1.16%. The primary driver is overseas migration, averaging net inflows of 344 per year, while internal migration runs at a modest net outflow of 11 per year. Gentrification scoring places Menora at the early signs stage with a score of 32, supported by three signals: population up more than 20% since 2011, strong overseas inflow, and an accelerating growth rate from 4% to 15%. Affordability improved from 43.2% in 2011 to 34.9% in 2021, which is a meaningful shift toward accessibility. Rent grew 8.3% over the period. The mixed trajectory label reflects the aging base alongside incoming overseas residents.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+344
Net Internal / yr
-11
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +20% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +344/yr, Accelerating: 4% → 15%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Menora compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Menora a good suburb to live in?
Menora scores decile 8 on both IRSAD and IEO nationally, placing it above average on advantage and education measures. With 46.4% of residents holding university qualifications (16.3 points above national) and a volunteering rate of 22.2%, the suburb attracts an educated, civic-oriented population. The main trade-offs are a high mortgage-to-income ratio of 47.6% and limited on-site schooling.
What is the median house price in Menora?
The estimated median house price is $475,000, based on 2025 rental data. Weekly rent averages $240, giving a gross rental yield near 2.6%. Monthly mortgage repayments average $2,700, which produces a mortgage-to-income ratio of 47.6%, above standard stress thresholds.
What schools are in Menora?
No schools are recorded inside the Menora boundary in this dataset. The suburb covers just 1.15 km2, so families draw on schools in neighbouring suburbs. Locally, 46.4% of residents hold university qualifications, which is 16.3 points above the national figure, reflecting a well-educated resident base.
Is Menora safe?
Suburb-level crime data is not available for Menora. As an indirect measure, the suburb scores decile 7 on IRSD (index of relative disadvantage) nationally, indicating below-average disadvantage. The 22.2% volunteering rate and 14.3% of residents needing assistance suggest a settled, established community rather than a high-turnover area.
Is Menora good for property investment?
Weekly rent of $240 against a $475,000 median implies a gross yield near 2.6%, below typical investor benchmarks. The 10.1% vacancy rate is elevated, pointing to soft rental demand. On the positive side, overseas migration adds net 344 residents per year to the broader area and population is forecast to reach 19,955 by 2031, supporting long-term demand.
How is Menora's population changing?
The suburb grew 15.1% over the past decade and the broader area is projected to expand from 18,844 to around 19,955 by 2031 at roughly 1.16% per year. Overseas migration is the primary driver at net 344 inflows annually. The population skews older with a median age of 57, and the gentrification score of 32 signals early signs of change.
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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