South Guildford
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Guildford, WA 6055.
About South Guildford
Welcome to South Guildford
South Guildford sits around 13 kilometres north-east of the Perth CBD, in the Swan Valley gateway area where the Swan River bends past historic Guildford. Bordered by Hazelmere, Guildford, Woodbridge, Eden Hill and Viveash, it's a suburb that blends riverside charm with proximity to Perth Airport and the Great Eastern Highway corridor, making it a practical base for tradies, families and frequent flyers alike.
With a population of just 3,781 and a median age of 37, South Guildford has the feel of a settled, family-oriented community rather than a booming growth suburb. It suits buyers after a house on a decent block, easy access to the Swan Valley's wineries and restaurants, and a straightforward commute into the city without inner-city prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Living in South Guildford means the Swan Valley is essentially on your doorstep. Weekend drives take residents past vineyards, cellar doors, breweries and farm-gate produce stalls, while the historic streetscape of nearby Guildford offers cafes, antique shops and pubs with genuine heritage character. It's a lifestyle built around slower weekends and outdoor living rather than nightlife, with the Swan River providing a scenic backdrop for walking and cycling.
Shopping
For day-to-day needs, residents typically head into Guildford's town centre or across to Midland Gate for a fuller shopping centre experience, with supermarkets, speciality retailers and services covering most requirements. The suburb's light industrial and bulky goods precincts along the highway also mean hardware, trade and homeware shopping is close at hand, useful for renovators and tradespeople who make up part of the local mix.
Getting around
South Guildford's location just off the Great Eastern Highway and Roe Highway makes it a genuinely convenient spot for drivers, with quick access to both the Perth CBD and Perth Airport, a major employer and drawcard for residents in aviation and logistics. The Midland train line runs through nearby Guildford station, giving locals a rail option into the city without needing to drive all the way in, while local bus routes connect through to Midland and surrounding suburbs.
Parks & recreation
The Swan River corridor offers plenty of green space for walking, running and picnicking, and there are local parks and playing fields scattered through the suburb for family recreation. Its neighbour Woodbridge is home to Woodbridge Riverside Park, a popular spot for river frontage and open lawns, while the broader Swan Valley provides a rural-style backdrop of vineyards and orchards for those wanting a change of scenery close to home.
Schools & families
With a median age of 37, South Guildford attracts a solid share of families, and there are local primary schooling options in the surrounding area, with Guildford and Midland offering additional public and private school choices nearby. The suburb's mix of established housing on generous blocks suits families wanting room to grow without leaving the eastern suburbs.
The property market
South Guildford's median house price currently sits at $1.00 million, following recent growth of 13.6%, a strong result that reflects steady demand for houses in this part of the Swan Valley fringe. Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 94% of the mix, with land parcels accounting for the remaining 6%, pointing to a suburb that's largely built out but still offers occasional opportunities for those wanting to build. Renters can expect to pay a median of $875 per week, a figure that reflects the suburb's larger-block, house-dominant character rather than higher-density unit stock. Buyers drawn to Hazelmere, Woodbridge, Eden Hill and Viveash for similar reasons will find South Guildford offers comparable lifestyle appeal with its own strong recent price momentum.
Market snapshot
South Guildford property market
Median sale price
$1m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$875
per week
Gross rental yield
4.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$838k
Median
$1m
Premium
$1.40m
Days on market
11
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
37
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 South Guildford by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for South Guildford, WA 6055.
Population
3,781
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$2,209
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in South Guildford
$1m
1 Kurrat Elbow
Sold ~July 2026
$885k
99 Great Eastern Highway
Sold ~July 2026
$950k
1 Loder Way
Sold ~July 2026
$1.30m
16 Denmark Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$1.09m
30 Denmark Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$475k
5 Stables Place
Sold ~June 2026
$940k
29 Arrowsmith Loop
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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South Guildford suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in South Guildford?
The median house price in South Guildford, WA is $1m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 13.6%.
How much is rent in South Guildford?
The median weekly rent in South Guildford is around $875 per week.
Is South Guildford a good place to live?
South Guildford is a suburb of Perth, Western Australia, located in the City of Swan local government area. South Guildford is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 3,781.
What is the population of South Guildford?
South Guildford has a population of 3,781 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
How long do homes take to sell in South Guildford?
Properties in South Guildford take around 11 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in South Guildford?
Entry-level properties in South Guildford start around $838k, while premium homes reach $1.40m.
What suburbs are near South Guildford?
Suburbs near South Guildford include Hazelmere, Guildford, Woodbridge, Eden Hill and Viveash.
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