Attadale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Attadale, WA 6156.
About Attadale
Welcome to Attadale
Attadale sits on the southern bank of the Swan River, about 11 kilometres south-west of the Perth CBD, wedged between Melville and the river-facing pockets of Bicton and Palmyra. It's a suburb built around water views and leafy streets, with the river forming much of its eastern and northern boundary and giving many homes a genuine riverfront or river-glimpse outlook.
This is established, moneyed Perth — the kind of address that suits professionals, downsizers and families who want space, privacy and a slower pace without giving up easy access to the city. With a population of just 6,638 and a median age of 43, Attadale skews toward settled households rather than share-house renters, and the streetscape of big blocks and established gardens reflects that.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Attadale tends to revolve around the river. Point Walter Reserve, just across the water, and the suburb's own foreshore paths and reserves are where locals walk, cycle and paddle, and there are a handful of low-key cafes and neighbourhood eateries dotted through the residential streets rather than one dominant strip. For a bigger night out or a wider spread of restaurants, residents head into nearby Melville or across to Bicton and Palmyra, both an easy drive or ride away.
Shopping
Attadale doesn't have a large retail centre of its own, and that's part of its appeal — it's quiet by design. Everyday shopping is generally done at nearby Melville, with its supermarkets and specialty stores, or at the boutique strips of Palmyra and Bicton. Garden City in Booragoon, one of Perth's major shopping and lifestyle precincts, is also within easy reach for a bigger retail or entertainment outing.
Getting around
Attadale's position close to the river means road connections via Canning Highway are the main way in and out, feeding traffic toward the city or south toward Fremantle. There's no train line running directly through the suburb, so most residents rely on buses along the main roads or their own cars, with the Fremantle line accessible via nearby suburbs for those who prefer rail. The suburb's relative distance from the freeway and rail network is offset by its proximity to the river, which some residents use for recreational boating rather than commuting.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Attadale Primary School serving the immediate area and Mel Maria Catholic Primary School's St Joseph Pignatelli campus offering a Catholic option close by. Santa Maria College, a well-regarded girls' school, also has its campus in the suburb, giving families a full run of options from primary through to secondary without leaving the local area.
Parks & recreation
The river is Attadale's biggest recreational asset, with foreshore reserves offering walking and cycling paths, picnic spots and water access. Point Walter, just across the water and easily reached, adds a golf course, sandy spit and further parkland to the mix, making outdoor recreation one of the suburb's strongest drawcards for families and retirees alike.
The property market
Attadale is firmly in premium territory, with a median house price of $2.23 million reflecting its riverside land and low housing turnover. Units and apartments offer a much more accessible entry point at a median of $675,000, though they make up a relatively small slice of the market — current listings run 73% houses, 13% townhouses, 12% apartments or units and just 1% land. House prices have grown 13.4% recently, underlining continued demand for the suburb's larger blocks and river proximity, while median rent of $1,385 a week points to strong interest from tenants chasing the same lifestyle without buying in. Buyers are typically drawn from nearby Dalkeith, Melville and Bicton, comparing Attadale's slightly more relaxed, family-oriented feel against those suburbs' own river premiums.
Market snapshot
Attadale property market
Median sale price
$2.23m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,385
per week
Gross rental yield
3.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.21m
Median
$2.23m
Premium
$3.87m
Days on market
17
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
44
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +9.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Attadale by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Attadale, WA 6156.
Population
6,638
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$2,521
median, per week
Median rent
$425
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Attadale
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Mel Maria Catholic Primary School - St Joseph Pignatelli Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Attadale
$2.40m
9 Linton Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.20m
23 Wichmann Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.81m
4/54 Swan Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.10m
16A Bricknell Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.48m
5C Swan Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.27m
128 Stock Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.30m
115 Moreing Road
Sold ~July 2026
$830k
5/16-18 Money Road
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Attadale suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Attadale?
The median house price in Attadale, WA is $2.23m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 13.4%.
How much is rent in Attadale?
The median weekly rent in Attadale is around $1,385 per week.
Is Attadale a good place to live?
Attadale is a riverside suburb of Perth, Western Australia, located within the City of Melville. Attadale is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 6,638 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Attadale?
Attadale has a population of 6,638 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Attadale?
There are 3 schools in or near Attadale, including Santa Maria College, Attadale Primary School and Mel Maria Catholic Primary School - St Joseph Pignatelli Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Attadale?
Properties in Attadale take around 17 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Attadale?
Entry-level properties in Attadale start around $1.21m, while premium homes reach $3.87m.
What suburbs are near Attadale?
Suburbs near Attadale include Bicton, Dalkeith, Melville, Palmyra and Cove.
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