The community is well-served by essential amenities, including shopping centres, schools, and public transport. With its strong community and thoughtful urban planning, Wellard is ideal for families, first homebuyers, and anyone looking for a blend of comfort and convenience.
Key Statistics
Wellard postcode: 6170
Local Government: City of Kwinana
Land area: 16.3km2
Freestanding houses: 95.2%
Medium-density housing: 2.5%
High-density housing: 2.3%
Demographic highlights
Demographic highlights
Wellard
Greater Perth
Median Age
31
37
Median weekly household income
$2,115
$1,865
Households with mortgage
63.8%
41.9%
Households renting
25.4%
26.6%
Family households
80.7%
71.5%
Couples with children
55.7%
45.7%
Diploma or University qualification
29.1%
36.3%
Trade qualification (Certificate III or IV)
18.3%
16.9%
Unemployed persons
4.8%
5.3%
Source: 2021 Census All persons QuickStats Median house and rental prices current as of November 2025
Map of Wellard
Wellard Frequently Asked Questions
Wellard in Western Australia is a suburb south of Perth. It is part of the Perth Metropolitan area, located in the City of Kwinana.
Oakebella in Wellard is close to both Wellard and Kwinana Train Stations, and there are buses 541 and 544 running along Johnson Road, making it easy to travel to nearby cities and town centres.
The largest age group in Wellard is 30-39, followed by 0-9. Most households are made up of couples with children. The suburb features a range of housing options for families, with 62% of dwellings having 4 or more bedrooms.
Families benefit from the excellent local schools, parks, and shopping facilities, plus a fun-filled life with wide open spaces.
Did you know: Wellard was named after John Wellard, an agriculturalist who owned a farm near the site in the 1860s. The name “Oakebella” is a subtle nod to this agricultural history.
Bottom line? Wellard is an excellent suburb for families.
Oakebella is located close to great schools. Wellard Primary School and The King’s College are both within walking distance, and the local area is home to several more schools:
Wellard Village Primary School (opened in 2023)
Leda Primary School
St Vincent’s Primary School
Bertram Primary School
Calista Primary School
Orelia Primary School
Peter Carnley Anglican Community School (K-12)
Gilmore College (7-12)
South Metropolitan TAFE has a campus 7 minutes away in Kwinana, and another less than 15 minutes away in Rockingham. Murdoch University also has a campus in Rockingham.
Note that intake areas vary by school. We recommend contacting the school to confirm their intake borders.
Wellard is all about fun-filled family living. Within the suburb, you’ve got plenty of parks and natural landscapes to explore, like Bollard Bulrush Wetlands.
Oakebella also offers house and land packages in Wellard. There are 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes currently available, with stunning designs by WA’s best home builders.
Oakebella, a master-planned private estate in Wellard, offers the perfect setting to build your family’s future. Just 35 minutes from the Perth CBD, with easy access to transportation, shopping and amenities, schools, and nature, everything you need is nearby.
Easy access to major transport links
With easy access to the Kwinana Freeway, Wellard Train Station and Kwinana Train Station, and just 35 minutes from the Perth CBD, you’re never far from the city or centres.
Quality schools just minutes away
Oakebella is located close to great school choices and from walking distance to Wellard Primary School and The King's College.
Parks, beaches, and playgrounds galore
Enjoy a fun family day out at the nearby Kwinana Adventure Park, Kwinana Recquatic, or Kwinana Beach - the kids will never tire of places to see and things to do!
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