Gwelup
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gwelup, WA 6018.
About Gwelup
Welcome to Gwelup
Gwelup sits about 12 kilometres north-west of the Perth CBD, tucked between Karrinyup, Stirling, Carine, Innaloo and Doubleview in the city's leafy northern suburbs. It's a quiet, established residential pocket built around bushland reserves and a wetland lake, making it one of those suburbs Perth locals know for its greenery long before they know its name.
With a population of 5,391 and a median age of 42, Gwelup has settled into itself as a suburb favoured by families and professionals who want space, established gardens and a semi-rural feel without giving up easy access to the coast, Karrinyup's shopping precinct and the city.
Lifestyle & dining
Gwelup's day-to-day life revolves around its bushland and the surrounding suburbs' cafes and eateries rather than a dining strip of its own. Residents tend to head into neighbouring Karrinyup or Innaloo for coffee, restaurants and a night out, while the suburb itself offers the quieter pleasures of walking tracks, birdlife and wide, tree-lined streets. It suits people who want a low-key home base with plenty of lifestyle options just a short drive away.
Shopping
For retail therapy, Gwelup residents are exceptionally well placed. Karrinyup Shopping Centre, one of Perth's largest and most recently redeveloped malls, is just next door and covers everything from fashion to fresh food. Innaloo also offers a big-box retail and bulky goods precinct, along with cinemas and homeware stores, giving locals a genuine choice of shopping destinations without needing to travel into the city.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's defining feature is Lake Gwelup Reserve, a substantial wetland and bushland reserve with walking trails, boardwalks and habitat for native birdlife. It's a drawcard for joggers, dog walkers and families alike, and gives the suburb a genuine sense of space that's increasingly rare this close to the coast. Carine Regional Open Space and the beaches around Karrinyup and Trigg are also within easy reach for weekend recreation.
Schools & families
Lake Gwelup Primary School serves the local community and is a key drawcard for families choosing the area, offering an easy walk or drive for many households. Its proximity to good public and private schooling options in neighbouring Carine and Karrinyup, combined with the suburb's parks and quiet streets, makes Gwelup a popular choice for families wanting room for kids to grow up in.
Getting around
Gwelup doesn't have its own train station, but it's well served by Stirling and Glendalough stations nearby on the Joondalup line, giving residents a straightforward run into the Perth CBD. Mitchell Freeway is a short drive away too, making it easy to head north or south, while bus routes connect the suburb to Karrinyup and Stirling for those without a car. Most residents rely on driving for daily errands, given the suburb's low-density, leafy layout.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Gwelup is overwhelmingly detached, with current listings running 96% houses and just 4% land, reflecting a suburb that's largely built out rather than in a development phase. Blocks here tend to be generous by Perth standards, with a mix of established brick-and-tile homes from the 1970s and 80s alongside newer rebuilds and renovations that take advantage of the larger lots.
The property market
Gwelup's property market has been firmly on the up, with the median house price sitting at $1.75 million after growth of 12.9% recently, underlining strong demand for its combination of space, greenery and proximity to Karrinyup and the coast. Median rents of $1,200 a week point to a market that's also attractive to tenants chasing a quieter, family-friendly setting. With such a small footprint and predominantly established housing stock, opportunities in Gwelup tend to be tightly held and keenly contested when they do come up.
Market snapshot
Gwelup property market
Median sale price
$1.75m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,200
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.04m
Median
$1.75m
Premium
$2.06m
Days on market
10
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
32
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +11.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Gwelup by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gwelup, WA 6018.
Population
5,391
residents (2021)
Median age
42
years
Household income
$2,658
median, per week
Median rent
$600
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gwelup
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Gwelup
$2.60m
15 Water Crest Gardens
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
9 Sarus Rise
Sold ~July 2026
$2.30m
12 Udall Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.78m
12 The Rise
Sold ~July 2026
$1.47m
11 Eyrean Way
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
Gwelup suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Gwelup?
The median house price in Gwelup, WA is $1.75m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.9%.
How much is rent in Gwelup?
The median weekly rent in Gwelup is around $1,200 per week.
Is Gwelup a good place to live?
Gwelup is a suburb of Perth, the capital city of Western Australia 12 km north of Perth's central business district (CBD) along the Mitchell Freeway. Gwelup is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 5,391 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Gwelup?
Gwelup has a population of 5,391 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.
What schools are in Gwelup?
There is 1 school in or near Gwelup, including Lake Gwelup Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Gwelup?
Properties in Gwelup take around 10 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Gwelup?
Entry-level properties in Gwelup start around $1.04m, while premium homes reach $2.06m.
What suburbs are near Gwelup?
Suburbs near Gwelup include Karrinyup, Stirling, Carine, Innaloo and Doubleview.
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