Atwell
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Atwell, WA 6164.
About Atwell
Welcome to Atwell
Atwell sits in Perth's southern suburbs, roughly 27 kilometres from the CBD, part of the well-established Cockburn corridor that has grown steadily since the late 1990s. It's a family-oriented pocket bordered by Cockburn Central, Success, Treeby, Jandakot and Aubin Grove, with a suburban layout of curving streets, parks and modern brick-and-tile homes that has made it a steady choice for households wanting space without sacrificing access to the city.
With a population of 9,287 and a median age of 35, Atwell has the profile of a young family suburb — plenty of double-income households, school-age kids, and residents who value practicality over pretence. It suits buyers and tenants after a settled, low-fuss lifestyle close to established shopping and transport, rather than those chasing inner-city buzz.
Lifestyle & dining
Atwell doesn't try to be a dining destination in its own right, and that's part of its appeal — everyday life here revolves around home, local parks and quick trips to nearby retail and hospitality hubs. Cockburn Central, just next door, picks up the slack with cafes, restaurants and bars clustered around the town centre, while Cockburn Gateway and the broader Cockburn precinct offer a wider spread of casual dining options. For residents, it's a suburb built around convenience rather than nightlife, which tends to suit the family-heavy demographic well.
Shopping
Day-to-day shopping needs are well covered through Atwell's proximity to Cockburn Central, home to major retail anchors and a busy commercial precinct, as well as the Cockburn Gateway Shopping City a short drive away. Between these hubs, residents have access to full-line supermarkets, speciality stores and everyday services without needing to venture much further, while Success and Aubin Grove add further local retail options for those wanting to stay closer to home.
Getting around
Atwell's location just off the Kwinana Freeway corridor makes commuting into Perth relatively straightforward for drivers, and the suburb benefits from its closeness to Cockburn Central train station, one of the busier stops on the Mandurah line. That link gives residents a fast, direct rail option into the CBD without needing to deal with freeway traffic at peak times. Local bus routes connect Atwell to Cockburn Central and surrounding suburbs including Success, Jandakot and Aubin Grove, rounding out the options for households without a second car.
Schools & families
Education is one of Atwell's stronger drawcards. Atwell Primary School and Harmony Primary School serve local families directly within the suburb, while Atwell College provides a public secondary option close to home — a combination that appeals strongly to parents wanting schooling sorted without long drives. This local schooling infrastructure, paired with parks and family-sized housing stock, helps explain why the suburb's median age sits around 35, skewing toward established and young families.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Atwell is dominated by standard suburban houses, which make up around 89% of current listings, with apartments and units accounting for about 9% and vacant land making up the remaining 2%. Most homes are relatively modern builds from the late 1990s onward, typically single or two-storey brick-and-tile designs on family-friendly blocks with room for gardens, patios and double garages — the kind of housing that continues to draw buyers moving out of pricier, land-constrained suburbs closer to the coast or city.
The property market
Atwell's property market has been on a strong run, with the median house price now sitting at $1.02 million after growth of 14.7% recently — a notable jump for a suburb historically viewed as an affordable family alternative to coastal Cockburn suburbs. Median rent of $780 per week points to solid demand from tenants too, likely a mix of families wanting access to Atwell's schools and commuters drawn to the Cockburn Central train line. With neighbouring suburbs like Success, Treeby and Aubin Grove experiencing similar growth pressures, Atwell's continued rise reflects broader demand across this pocket of Perth's south, as buyers priced out of more established areas look further along the freeway corridor for value and space.
Market snapshot
Atwell property market
Median sale price
$1.02m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$780
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$812k
Median
$1.02m
Premium
$1.41m
Days on market
9
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
58
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +13.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Atwell by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Atwell, WA 6164.
Population
9,287
residents (2021)
Median age
35
years
Household income
$2,404
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Atwell
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Atwell
$708k
9/180 Bartram Road
Sold ~July 2026
$916k
64 Lyon Road
Sold ~July 2026
$905k
9 Justice Link
Sold ~July 2026
$870k
2 Tozer Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$910k
49A Lydon Boulevard
Sold ~July 2026
$935k
117 Beenyup Road
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
12 Beswick Gardens
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
27 Turnbull Close
Sold ~June 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
Atwell suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Atwell?
The median house price in Atwell, WA is $1.02m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.7%.
How much is rent in Atwell?
The median weekly rent in Atwell is around $780 per week.
Is Atwell a good place to live?
Atwell is a suburb within the metropolitan area of Perth, Western Australia, situated 21 kilometres (13 mi) south of Perth City, and located in the City of Cockburn local government area. Atwell is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 9,287 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Atwell?
Atwell has a population of 9,287 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.
What schools are in Atwell?
There are 3 schools in or near Atwell, including Atwell Primary School, Harmony Primary School and Atwell College.
How long do homes take to sell in Atwell?
Properties in Atwell take around 9 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Atwell?
Entry-level properties in Atwell start around $812k, while premium homes reach $1.41m.
What suburbs are near Atwell?
Suburbs near Atwell include Cockburn Central, Success, Treeby, Jandakot and Aubin Grove.
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