Winthrop
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Winthrop, WA 6150.
About Winthrop
Welcome to Winthrop
Winthrop sits roughly 15 kilometres south of the Perth CBD, tucked between Kardinya, Myaree, Booragoon and Alfred Cove in what locals simply call the Melville area. It's a leafy, low-density pocket built largely through the 1980s and 90s, known for wide streets, mature trees and a settled, family-oriented feel rather than any single landmark or high street.
With a population of around 6,020 and a median resident age of 45, Winthrop attracts a mix of established families and empty-nesters who value space, quiet and proximity to the river without paying river-suburb prices. It suits buyers looking for a long-term home rather than renovators chasing a quick flip — the housing stock and the demographics both point to stability.
Lifestyle & dining
Winthrop itself is predominantly residential, so day-to-day life tends to spill over into neighbouring Booragoon and Myaree, both a short drive away. Booragoon's Garden City shopping centre and surrounding cafes and restaurants act as the informal social hub for the area, while Melville's leafy streets and proximity to the Swan and Canning Rivers give residents easy access to walking and cycling routes along Alfred Cove and Attadale. It's a quieter, homebody kind of lifestyle rather than a strip-dining scene, which is exactly the appeal for many who live here.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Winthrop residents lean on the retail precincts in Myaree and Booragoon, including Garden City, one of Perth's larger shopping centres, with its full line-up of department stores, supermarkets and specialty retailers. Myaree's bulky goods and homemaker strip is also close by, useful for anyone renovating or furnishing one of the area's spacious family homes.
Getting around
Winthrop's location just off the Kwinana Freeway corridor makes it a straightforward commute into the Perth CBD, and connections to Fremantle are equally easy via Canning Highway and surrounding routes through Alfred Cove and Myaree. There's no train station within the suburb itself, so most residents rely on car travel or bus services linking through to Booragoon and Murdoch, with Murdoch station providing access to the Mandurah rail line for those commuting further afield.
Schools & families
Winthrop Primary School anchors the suburb's family appeal, giving younger children a genuine walk-to-school option within the community. Older students typically head to secondary schools in the surrounding Melville district, and the suburb's mix of established, larger blocks makes it a popular choice for families wanting room to grow without leaving the inner-southern suburbs.
The property market
Winthrop's property market is dominated by houses, which make up 96% of current listings, with just 4% land — a reflection of how built-out and settled the suburb already is. The median house price sits at $1.75 million, backed by strong recent growth of 14.2%, suggesting solid buyer demand for the area's larger, established homes. Renters can expect a median weekly rent of $990, positioning Winthrop firmly as a premium, family-focused pocket of the Melville area rather than an entry-level suburb.
Parks & recreation
The surrounding reserves and riverside paths around Alfred Cove and Attadale give Winthrop residents plenty of green space nearby, while local parks within the suburb cater to the day-to-day needs of families with young children. The nearby Swan River foreshore remains one of the area's biggest lifestyle drawcards, offering walking, cycling and picnicking spots just minutes from home.
Market snapshot
Winthrop property market
Median sale price
$1.75m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$990
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.36m
Median
$1.75m
Premium
$2.08m
Days on market
8
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
23
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +15.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Winthrop by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Winthrop, WA 6150.
Population
6,020
residents (2021)
Median age
45
years
Household income
$2,324
median, per week
Median rent
$545
per week
Median mortgage
$2,317
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Winthrop
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Winthrop
$1.90m
23 Richardson Arcade
Sold ~July 2026
$2.35m
34 Sinclair Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$2.05m
35 Hatherley Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$763k
68 Ten Seldam Cir
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
Winthrop suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Winthrop?
The median house price in Winthrop, WA is $1.75m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.2%.
How much is rent in Winthrop?
The median weekly rent in Winthrop is around $990 per week.
Is Winthrop a good place to live?
Winthrop is a southern suburb of Perth, Western Australia, located within the City of Melville. Winthrop is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 6,020 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Winthrop?
Winthrop has a population of 6,020 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 45.
What schools are in Winthrop?
There is 1 school in or near Winthrop, including Winthrop Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Winthrop?
Properties in Winthrop take around 8 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Winthrop?
Entry-level properties in Winthrop start around $1.36m, while premium homes reach $2.08m.
What suburbs are near Winthrop?
Suburbs near Winthrop include Willagee, Myaree, Alfred Cove, Kardinya and Booragoon.
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