Maylands
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Maylands, WA 6051.
About Maylands
Welcome to Maylands
Maylands sits on a bend of the Swan River about 5km north-east of Perth's CBD, wedged between the leafy streets of Mount Lawley and Inglewood and the airport approach out towards Ascot. It's long been one of Perth's more characterful inner-city suburbs — a mix of Art Deco shopfronts, workers' cottages and new apartment blocks that has attracted renters and owner-occupiers who want a genuine urban village feel without the Mount Lawley price tag (though that gap has narrowed considerably).
With a population of around 13,199 and a median age of 36, Maylands has the profile of a suburb popular with young professionals, couples and downsizers rather than families in large numbers. Its riverside setting, walkable café strip and quick run into the city make it a natural fit for anyone who wants inner-city convenience with a bit more space to breathe.
Lifestyle & dining
Maylands' main strip along Whatley Crescent and eighth Avenue is the suburb's social hub, lined with cafés, bars and restaurants that have made it one of Perth's more interesting eat-streets. The area has built a reputation for good coffee and casual dining, with a scene that draws people in from neighbouring Inglewood and Mount Lawley as much as it serves locals. The Swan River foreshore adds another dimension, with walking and cycling paths that link Maylands to East Perth and the city one way, and Ascot and the river's northern bends the other.
Getting around
One of Maylands' biggest drawcards is how easy it is to get into the city. Maylands train station, on the Midland line, puts the CBD within a short direct run, and the suburb's flat, grid-like streets make it easy to walk or cycle to the station, the shops or the river. Perth Airport is only minutes away via Ascot, which is handy for frequent flyers, while road connections through to Mount Lawley and East Perth keep the rest of the inner north-east within easy reach.
Schools & families
Maylands isn't primarily marketed as a family suburb, reflected in its younger median age of 36, but it does have local options including Maylands Peninsula Primary School and Bold Park Community School - Maylands, both serving the immediate area. Its proximity to the well-regarded schools of Mount Lawley and Inglewood also makes it a workable base for families who want inner-city living without necessarily needing everything on their own doorstep.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Maylands is a genuine mix, and current listings reflect that: 47% apartments or units, 30% houses, 19% townhouses and a small 3% of land. Character is a big part of the appeal here — original Art Deco blocks and older weatherboard and brick cottages sit alongside newer apartment developments, particularly closer to the station and river. It's this blend of eras and dwelling types that gives Maylands a different feel to the more uniformly established streets of Mount Lawley or Inglewood next door.
The property market
Maylands has had a strong run recently, with house prices up 25.9% and a current median house price of $1.06 million. Units and apartments remain considerably more accessible, with a median of $585,000, which helps explain why they make up almost half of current listings and why the suburb continues to attract renters and first-home buyers priced out of neighbouring Mount Lawley. Median rent sits at $750 a week, underlining solid ongoing demand from tenants drawn by the location, transport links and lifestyle on offer.
Parks & recreation
The Swan River foreshore is Maylands' standout recreational asset, offering river views, walking and cycling trails, and green space that's popular at any time of day. Locals also make good use of the suburb's smaller parks and ovals scattered through the residential streets, while the river link means kayaking, fishing and picnicking are all easily within reach without leaving the suburb.
Market snapshot
Maylands property market
Median sale price
$1.06m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$750
per week
Gross rental yield
3.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$729k
Median
$1.06m
Premium
$1.68m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
128
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +15.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Maylands by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Maylands, WA 6051.
Population
13,199
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$1,623
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Maylands
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Bold Park Community School - Maylands
Recent results
Recently sold in Maylands
$660k
4/292 Guildford Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.17m
1/74 Central Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$465k
508/36 Tenth Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
37/156 Whatley Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$485k
2/285 Railway Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
191 Railway Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
21 The Anchorage
Sold ~July 2026
$995k
1/154 Peninsula 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
Maylands suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Maylands?
The median unit price in Maylands, WA is $585k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 27.8%.
How much is rent in Maylands?
The median weekly rent in Maylands is around $600 per week.
Is Maylands a good place to live?
Maylands is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 13,199 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Maylands?
Maylands has a population of 13,199 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Maylands?
There are 2 schools in or near Maylands, including Maylands Peninsula Primary School and Bold Park Community School - Maylands.
How long do homes take to sell in Maylands?
Properties in Maylands take around 9 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Maylands?
Entry-level properties in Maylands start around $419k, while premium homes reach $740k.
What suburbs are near Maylands?
Suburbs near Maylands include Inglewood, Highgate, Ascot, Mount Lawley and East Perth.
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