Clarkson Suburb Report
Located 34kms north of Perth, Clarkson sits between Marmion Avenue, Mitchell Freeway and the Joondalup train line. Clarkson’s location and designated train station allow for easy access to beaches, Mindarie Marina, Joondalup Shopping District and Perth city.
Clarkson saw a boom in population after the early 90s, with a spike in new homes built, as well as schools, parks and amenities to match the growing population.
Clarkson offers an abundance of entertainment options for families, including 10 parks in the suburb.
The Ocean Keys Shopping Centre, located within Clarkson provides a mix of restaurants, retail and medical centres.
A popular suburb for families, Clarkson includes several schools including Clarkson Primary School, Clarkson Community High School and Saint Andrew’s Catholic Primary School. As well as a North Metropolitan TAFE campus.
Property Stats
- Capital growth in the median house price in Clarkson fell by 4.4% over the last 12 months (reported to the period ending June 2019, data may change retrospectively).
- Average annual growth rate is -3.9% (over last 5 years).
- There were 157 houses sales in Clarkson in 2019, down from 194 in 2018.
- The median house price as of September 2019 is $360,000.
- Total population: 12,967 (Census 2016, ABS).
*As supplied by reiwa.com.au and CoreLogic as at 1 October 2019.
Rental Stats
- Average rent: $340.
- Gross rental yield: 4.43%.
- Average three bedroom rent: $330.
- Average four bedroom rent: $370.
- Rental vacancy rate: 2.15%.
- Population growth rate: 11.0%.
*As supplied by realestate.com.au and realestateinvestor.com.au as at 1 October 2019.
Sales Statistics
- Median house price: $360,000
- Median three bedroom house price: $335,000
- Median four bedroom house price: $380,000
*As supplied by realestate.com.au as at 1 October 2019.
Nearby Attractions and Amenities
- Clarkson Shopping Centre.
- Clarkson Train Station.
- Clarkson Community High School.
- Somerly Primary School.
- Ocean Keys Commercial Shopping District.
- North Metropolitan TAFE Clarkson Campus.
- Anthony Waring Park.
- Richard Aldersea Park.
- Riverlinks Park.
- 5 min drive to local beaches and Mindarie Marina.
- Clarkson Family Practice.
- Ocean Keys Family Practice.
- The Somerly Central Medical Centre.
What’s in the pipeline?
Clarkson’s population continues to grow at a healthy 11% with a number of residential projects expected in the coming years, including double storey townhouses and single-story units.
- The Yanchep Rail Extension will connect Yanchep and Two Rocks to the Joondalup train line.
- A new marina project at Ocean Reef with residential and retail hubs is underway.
- New city centre to be developed at Alkimos
*As supplied by abc.net.au and metronet.wa.gov.au.
Transport
Clarkson is located in the City of Wanneroo, served by Mitchell Freeway and the Joondalup railway line.
- 28 minute drive to Perth CBD.
- Local bus services available to Clarkson Train Station.
- Clarkson Train Station is on the Joondalup train line and provides direct service to Perth CBD and other stops along the Mitchell Freeway.
- Just a short drive to Mindarie Marina and Burns Beach.
Education
Clarkson is home to public and private primary and secondary schools as well as a North Metropolitan TAFE Clarkson Campus specialising in skilled trades.
- Clarkson Primary School.
- Clarkson Community High School.
- Saint Andrew’s Catholic Primary School.
- Somerly Primary School.
- Catalyst School.
- North Metropolitan TAFE Clarkson Campus.
Clarkson Demographics
- Maturing Couples & Families 21.8%.
- Establish Couples & Families 21.2%.
- Independent Youth 13.0%.
- Older Couple & Families 12.0%.
- Average Age: 20 – 39.
- Home Owners: 66%.
- Renters: 34%.
*As supplied by realestate.com.au and domain.com.au as at 1 October 2019.
About Benchmark
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