Yanchep is one of WA’s fastest-growing suburbs despite its humble beginnings as a small fishing community. The inviting location between the beach and the bush provides a healthy dose of outdoor activities like hiking, fishing and surfing, while the proximity to the Yanchep Town Centre ensures residents are close to everything they need.
Demographic highlights
Yanchep
Western Australia
Median Age
35
38
Median weekly household income
$1,699
$1,815
Households with mortgage
56.4%
40%
Households renting
21.8%
27.3%
Family households
78.4%
61.3%
Couples with children
46.8%
44.6%
University qualification
11.8%
13.9%
Trade qualification
19.1%
15.3%
Unemployed persons
6.8%
5.1%
Source: 2021 Census All persons QuickStats
Yanchep Investment and expansion
Yanchep is planned to become Metronet’s northern anchor point, with construction of the northern rail extension now open to Alkimos. The new Yanchep Station, with a total investment of $513.7 million, will connect the northern suburbs with the city, providing a convenient transport option within walking distance of Vertex.
Yanchep Station is located north of Yanchep Beach Road, east of Marmion Avenue and west of Wanneroo Road, positioning it centrally to the future Yanchep City Centre’s main retail and commercial areas.
Yanchep Frequently Asked Questions
Yanchep is a coastal suburb north of Perth, 56 kms from the Perth CBD.Â
Yanchep neighbours Two Rocks in the north and is surrounded by Eglinton, Carabooda and Pinjar to the south.
Yanchep Lagoon is a 4-minute drive from the Yanchep Town Centre, and just minutes away from Vertex.
Yanchep National Park is a 10-minute drive from the Yanchep Town Centre, and just 5 minutes away from Vertex.
Travelling by car it can take around 45 minutes to reach Yanchep, depending on traffic conditions.
If travelling by public transport, getting to Yanchep from Perth can take around 50 minutes. With Yanchep Train Station opened in July 2024, commuters will get to the CBD in 49 minutes. For Vertex residents, Yanchep Train Station is within walking distance.
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Being favoured by families, the predominant age group of Yanchep is 0-18, followed by 35-49*.Â
49.4% of residents have English ancestry, followed by Australian at 28.9%. Australia was the country of birth for 57% of residents, followed by England at 17.5%.
*REIWA Yanchep
**2021 Census All persons QuickStats
Yanchep is a suburb surrounded by some of WA’s best beaches and national parks plus the growing Town Centre, which features an impressive shopping centre, Yanchep Central, that’s home to major retailers and various speciality stores.Â
Yanchep is also a local tourist destination due to its close proximity to Yanchep Lagoon and Yanchep National Park, both only 5 minutes from Vertex.
Boating, camping, fishing, surfing and even cave exploring - there’s never a dull day in Vertex when you’re surrounded by stunning natural wonders.
Pick of fantastic schools
Centrally located in the Yanchep education catchment area, Vertex has three local primary schools, early learning and childcare centres, and Yanchep Secondary College close by.
Easy transport links
Located within walking distance from Vertex, residents can now enjoy a 49 minute train ride from Yanchep to Perth CBD.
Discover surrounding neighbourhoods
Vertex is located just 10 minutes from Two Rocks in the north.
Compare prices and key amenities in Yanchep’s surrounding suburbs.
