St James
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for St James, WA 6102.
About St James
Welcome to St James
St James is a residential suburb sitting roughly 5 kilometres south-east of the Perth CBD, tucked between the well-known strips of East Victoria Park to the north and Bentley to the south. It occupies a quietly confident middle ground — close enough to the city for an easy commute, yet removed from the noise and price premiums of the inner ring.
The suburb appeals to a broad cross-section of buyers and renters: young professionals who want space without sacrificing proximity to the city, families drawn by good schooling options and generous block sizes, and investors keeping a close eye on one of Perth's steadily performing middle-ring markets. Its low-key character and largely owner-occupier streetscapes give St James a grounded, neighbourhood feel that is hard to manufacture.
Housing & architecture
St James is overwhelmingly a suburb of houses, which account for 70% of current listings — a figure that underlines its reputation as a place where land and space are still very much on offer. The streetscapes are a genuine mix of post-war brick-and-tile homes on generous blocks, renovated mid-century bungalows, and a growing number of new builds that reflect the suburb's gradual renewal. Townhouses make up around 15% of the market, appealing to downsizers and buyers who want lower-maintenance living without shifting to an apartment. Apartments and units round out just 7% of listings, keeping St James firmly in the detached and semi-detached category.
For those with a longer-term view, the 7% of listings that are vacant land signals that consolidation and subdivision activity is ongoing, offering opportunities for buyers who want to build from scratch or develop.
The property market
The median house price in St James currently sits at $836,000, a figure that reflects both the suburb's proximity to the CBD and the broader strength of Perth's middle-ring market. Buyers who might have been priced out of East Victoria Park are increasingly looking south into St James, and that demand is showing up in the numbers. Recent house price growth has come in at 4.4%, a steady and sustainable rate that will encourage both owner-occupiers and investors.
On the rental side, the median sits at $720 per week, consistent with Perth's tight vacancy conditions. For investors the combination of solid rental returns and measured capital growth makes St James a market worth watching carefully, particularly as infrastructure investment and population growth continue to support demand across Perth's south-eastern corridor.
Getting around
Public transport in St James is built around the Chapman Road corridor, with bus stops servicing Chapman Road before Walpole Street, Chapman Road before Victoria Street, and Chapman Road before Boundary Road providing convenient links along the suburb's main artery. These routes connect residents to the broader Transperth network and offer straightforward access to the city and surrounding suburbs without the need to drive.
For those who do drive, St James benefits from its position between several well-connected arterial roads, making trips to East Victoria Park, Bentley, Wilson, Waterford, and Karawara quick and uncomplicated. The suburb's relatively flat terrain also makes it more cycle-friendly than many Perth suburbs of a similar vintage.
Schools & families
Santa Clara School is the standout educational option within the suburb, a Catholic primary school that draws families from St James and the surrounding catchment. Its presence is one of the reasons St James consistently attracts family buyers, and the school has built a strong community identity over many years.
Beyond Santa Clara, the suburb's position between East Victoria Park, Bentley, and Wilson means families have access to a broader range of schooling options — both state and independent — within a short drive or bus ride. The overall family-friendliness of the area is reinforced by the quality of nearby green space and the generally quiet, residential nature of the street network.
Parks & recreation
St James is well-served when it comes to open space. Mitchell Park, Rotary Park, Boulder Park, and Chapman Park all sit within or close to the suburb's boundaries, giving residents a spread of options for morning runs, weekend sport, dog walking, and informal family time. Chapman Park in particular provides a local focal point, while Rotary Park adds to the sense that the suburb has invested in accessible, usable green space rather than just ornamental reserves.
The combination of multiple parks in a relatively compact suburb is a genuine quality-of-life asset, and it's one of the things that distinguishes St James from denser inner-city alternatives where green space is harder to come by.
Lifestyle & shopping
Day-to-day amenity in St James is practical and unpretentious. Nearby retailers include PLE Computers — well known to Perth's tech community — alongside First Choice Liquor, Car Guys, and Worldwide, giving the suburb a functional commercial mix that handles most errands without needing to travel far. For broader retail and dining, the Albany Highway strip running through neighbouring East Victoria Park is one of Perth's most celebrated eating and lifestyle precincts, and it is only minutes away.
This proximity to East Victoria Park's café culture, independent restaurants, and specialty retailers means St James residents enjoy the benefits of an active commercial strip without the associated noise and foot traffic on their own doorstep — an arrangement that suits the suburb's quieter residential character well.
Market snapshot
St James property market
Median sale price
$853k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$720
per week
Gross rental yield
4.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$634k
Median
$853k
Premium
$1.30m
Days on market
9
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
40
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +11.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in St James by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for St James, WA 6102.
Population
4,894
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$1,827
median, per week
Median rent
$330
per week
Median mortgage
$1,842
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in St James
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in St James
$1.10m
39B Pitt Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
35 Boundary Road
Sold ~July 2026
$845k
130 Hill View Terrace
Sold ~July 2026
$990k
18 Walpole Street
Sold ~June 2026
$784k
74 Alvah Street
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
St James suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in St James?
The median house price in St James, WA is $853k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 5.2%.
How much is rent in St James?
The median weekly rent in St James is around $720 per week.
Is St James a good place to live?
St James is a suburb of Perth, Western Australia, shared between the Town of Victoria Park and the City of Canning in the city's inner south-east. St James is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 4,894 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of St James?
St James has a population of 4,894 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
What schools are in St James?
There is 1 school in or near St James, including Santa Clara School.
How long do homes take to sell in St James?
Properties in St James take around 9 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in St James?
Entry-level properties in St James start around $634k, while premium homes reach $1.30m.
What suburbs are near St James?
Suburbs near St James include East Victoria Park, Waterford, Bentley, Wilson and Karawara.
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