Brabham
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Brabham, WA 6055.
About Brabham
Welcome to Brabham
Brabham is a contemporary residential suburb in Perth's north-eastern growth corridor, sitting roughly 26 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Swan. Bordered by Brook, Henley Brook, Bennett Springs and Dayton, it is one of the newer master-planned communities to take shape in this part of Perth, drawing in families and first-home buyers who want space, modern infrastructure and good value without straying too far from the city.
The suburb's character is firmly suburban and family-oriented — think wide streets, freshly laid footpaths, young gardens slowly filling out and neighbours who mostly moved in within the last few years. It suits buyers who prioritise a brand-new home, proximity to green space and a community that is genuinely still forming its identity.
Housing & architecture
Brabham's housing stock tells the story of a suburb built almost entirely in one generation. Current listings run to 99% houses, with a sliver of land and townhouse options rounding out the mix — apartments and units are essentially absent. The dominant style is the contemporary double-fronted family home: four bedrooms, two bathrooms, an alfresco and a double garage are standard-issue here, with builders competing on stone benchtops, home-theatre rooms and solar packages.
Block sizes vary across the estate, but the general trend is towards the tighter lots common in Perth's new releases, meaning neighbours are close and backyards are modest. Those after more breathing room should act quickly on the remaining land parcels, which still surface occasionally as the suburb fills out.
The property market
Brabham's median house price sits at $765,000, a figure that reflects both the quality of new builds arriving to market and the broader surge of demand for family homes in Perth's outer north-east. Recent price growth has been strong, with houses recording a 15.3% increase — a rate that has caught the attention of investors as well as owner-occupiers.
Renters are also competing hard for stock, with the median weekly rent reaching $725. Given the suburb's near-total house-only composition, tenants here are typically families seeking long-term leases rather than short-stay renters. For investors, gross yields remain reasonable against a backdrop of consistently low vacancy across the City of Swan.
Getting around
Brabham's transport picture is anchored by the Woollcoot Avenue corridor, which services multiple stops along its length — near Groundspeed Avenue, after Propeller Avenue, before Mormaer Street and before Boodie Street — providing residents with bus or future rail connectivity along this key arterial. Drivability is the everyday reality for most households, with the Mitchell Freeway and Reid Highway within reasonable reach for the commute into Perth.
The suburb's street network is logical and modern, designed with pedestrian and cyclist paths in mind. Neighbouring Dayton and Bennett Springs add further connectivity options, and the general grid of the area makes getting to Ellenbrook — one of the region's larger activity centres — straightforward for weekly errands and services.
Shopping & everyday amenities
Day-to-day shopping is covered conveniently, with a Coles anchoring the local retail offer alongside specialty tenants including Brabham Indian Groceries, which reflects the diverse community taking root in the suburb. Sapphire Nails and Waxing and automotive services via Autobahn round out the local strip, handling the kind of practical, repeat visits that make a suburb genuinely liveable.
For a broader retail experience, residents look to nearby Ellenbrook Town Centre, which carries the full complement of major supermarkets, discount department stores, specialty retail and dining. It is close enough to be the de facto main shopping destination for most Brabham households.
Schools & families
Brabham Primary School and Maarakool Primary School serve the suburb's growing cohort of young families, both within or immediately adjacent to the community. The presence of two primary schools in such close proximity is a genuine drawcard for households with primary-school-aged children, removing the long school-run that can define life in newer fringe suburbs.
For secondary schooling, families look to established options in surrounding suburbs, with the broader Ellenbrook and Swan Valley area offering both public and independent secondary choices. The suburb's demographic skews young, meaning demand for schooling infrastructure is only set to increase as the first wave of Brabham kids moves through the year levels.
Parks & recreation
Green space is woven through the suburb in the manner typical of well-planned estates. Brabham Neighbourhood Park provides a dedicated community gathering point, while Watervalley Park adds another node of open space for residents to enjoy. Several further unnamed reserves fill in the gaps between residential pockets, keeping most homes within a short walk of somewhere to kick a ball or let the dog off the lead.
The wider Swan Valley is on the doorstep, offering cycling trails, wineries, farm gates and the Bells Rapids precinct for those who want to get out of the estate on weekends. Henley Brook and the Swan River environs add to the outdoor appeal of the area, making Brabham a reasonable base for an active family lifestyle.
Market snapshot
Brabham property market
Median sale price
$900k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
4.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$726k
Median
$900k
Premium
$1.20m
Days on market
11
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
118
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +15.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Brabham by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Brabham, WA 6055.
Population
8,665
residents (2021)
Median age
29
years
Household income
$2,155
median, per week
Median rent
$370
per week
Median mortgage
$1,928
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Brabham
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Brabham
$775k
20 Castlereagh Way
Sold ~July 2026
$975k
125 Woollcott Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$935k
19 Boodie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$820k
14 Polesie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$970k
36 Jarama Entrance
Sold ~July 2026
$899k
74 Baluran Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
30 Pennington Way
Sold ~July 2026
$1.01m
67 Georgina Parade
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
Brabham suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Brabham?
The median house price in Brabham, WA is $900k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 15.4%.
How much is rent in Brabham?
The median weekly rent in Brabham is around $800 per week.
Is Brabham a good place to live?
Brabham is a suburb located about 21 km (13 mi) north-east of Perth's central business district. Brabham is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 8,665 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Brabham?
Brabham has a population of 8,665 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 29.
What schools are in Brabham?
There are 2 schools in or near Brabham, including Brabham Primary School and Maarakool Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Brabham?
Properties in Brabham take around 11 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Brabham?
Entry-level properties in Brabham start around $726k, while premium homes reach $1.20m.
What suburbs are near Brabham?
Suburbs near Brabham include Brook, Henley Brook, Bennett Springs, Dayton and Dayton Dayton.
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