Crawley
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Crawley, WA 6009.
About Crawley
Welcome to Crawley
Crawley sits on a leafy peninsula of the Swan River, about four kilometres west of the Perth CBD, wedged between Nedlands, Dalkeith, Shenton Park, Daglish and South Perth across the water. It is best known as home to the University of Western Australia, whose sandstone cloisters and jacaranda-lined avenues give the suburb a distinctly academic, garden-city feel.
With a population of just 3,975 and a median age of 24, Crawley skews heavily towards students and young professionals, though its river frontage and proximity to Perth's leafiest western suburbs also draw people who simply want a quiet, green address close to the city. It suits those after a low-key lifestyle with the water, parkland and university culture all on the doorstep.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Crawley revolves largely around the university and the river. Matilda Bay and the foreshore reserve are the social heart of the suburb, with lawns and picnic spots that fill up on weekends, while the Swan River itself is a constant backdrop for walking, running and rowing. Dining options within Crawley are modest by design, given the suburb's low-density, campus-dominated footprint, but nearby Nedlands and Broadway in Dalkeith offer cafes, restaurants and everyday dining just a short walk or drive away.
Shopping
Crawley itself has little in the way of retail strips, but residents are well placed for it. The Broadway shopping precinct on the Nedlands/Dalkeith border covers day-to-day grocery and specialty shopping, while Claremont and the Stirling Highway corridor offer more substantial retail and boutique options a short drive to the west. South Perth, just across the river, adds another option for cafes and services.
Getting around
Crawley's location close to the river and the CBD makes it easy to get around without necessarily relying on a car. Bus routes along Stirling Highway and Mounts Bay Road connect residents to the city and to the university, and the suburb is a popular cycling and walking commute given its proximity to Perth's CBD. The Swan River foreshore path also links Crawley to South Perth and the city via an attractive, largely traffic-free route.
Schools & families
Crawley's population profile, with a median age of 24, reflects its role as a university suburb rather than a traditional family enclave. That said, its neighbours provide strong education options nearby, including well-regarded schools in Nedlands, Dalkeith and Shenton Park, and families looking for larger homes and a more conventional suburban feel tend to look to those surrounding areas while still enjoying Crawley's parks and riverside amenity.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Crawley is dominated by apartments and units, which make up 83% of current listings, reflecting its role as a high-demand, land-constrained suburb close to both the university and the river. Townhouses account for a further 10% of listings, with standalone houses making up just 7%, making Crawley one of the more apartment-focused pockets of Perth's western suburbs. Architecturally, the mix ranges from established low-rise blocks to newer developments capitalising on river or parkland outlooks.
The property market
The Crawley market is best understood through its unit and apartment prices, given how the suburb is dominated by that dwelling type. The current median unit price sits at $1.65 million, a figure that reflects Crawley's tightly held riverside position, proximity to UWA and the CBD, and the general scarcity of housing stock in the suburb. With such a small population base of under 4,000 people and a listing mix so heavily weighted to apartments, buyers should expect limited turnover and strong competition for well-located riverside or near-campus properties.
Market snapshot
Crawley property market
Median sale price
$1.65m
Unit · 3 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$843k
Median
$1.65m
Premium
$4.75m
Days on market
17
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
21
Median sold price trend · Unit 3 bed
Compound growth +13.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · Unit
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Crawley by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Crawley, WA 6009.
Population
3,975
residents (2021)
Median age
24
years
Household income
$1,368
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,941
per month
Mortgage / income
33%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Crawley
$700k
6/125 Fairway
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
15/3 Park Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$900k
7/116 Broadway
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
Crawley suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Crawley?
The median unit price in Crawley, WA is $1.65m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 24.5%.
Is Crawley a good place to live?
Crawley is a western suburb of Perth, the capital city of Western Australia. Crawley is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 3,975.
What is the population of Crawley?
Crawley has a population of 3,975 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 24.
How long do homes take to sell in Crawley?
Properties in Crawley take around 17 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Crawley?
Entry-level properties in Crawley start around $843k, while premium homes reach $4.75m.
What suburbs are near Crawley?
Suburbs near Crawley include Nedlands, Dalkeith, Shenton Park, Daglish and South Perth.
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