South Perth, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of South Perth, in the City Of South Perth local government area.
| Locality | South Perth |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of South Perth |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -31.97639 |
| Longitude | 115.86474 |
| Population | 12,596 |
| Density | 2422.3 /km² |
| Area | 5.2 km² |
| Elevation | 19 m |
| Postcode | 6151 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 3 km south |
South Perth is a locality in the City Of South Perth local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of 12,596. The locality covers an area of 5.2 km², giving a population density of about 2422.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 19 m above sea level. It lies approximately 3 km south of Perth. South Perth is located at 31.9764°S, 115.8647°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6151.
South Perth unfolds along the southern bank of the Swan River, a verdant expanse where the city's hum softens into the murmur of water and rustling leaves. It lies 2.5 km south-south-east of Perth, WA (from Perth, WA: bearing 166°T), and is situated 13.1 km north-north-west of Canning Vale. Its landscape is a gentle slope towards the river, a tapestry of manicured parks and quiet residential streets, punctuated by the bold silhouettes of mature trees. The air here carries a distinct scent, a blend of salt from the nearby ocean and the sweet perfume of blossoming jacarandas in spring, a subtle reminder of its coastal proximity. Sunlight, when it breaks through the afternoon haze, casts a warm, buttery glow on the brickwork of older homes and the polished surfaces of modern apartments alike, imbuing the suburb with a relaxed, yet vibrant character.
Historically, South Perth was a place of orchards and market gardens, its fertile soil yielding a bounty that fed the burgeoning colony. The establishment of the Perth Zoo in 1898 marked a significant turning point, transforming a portion of its land into a beloved public attraction and embedding a sense of shared leisure into the local identity. The river, once a vital artery for trade and transport, now serves primarily as a spectacular natural playground, its foreshore a popular promenade for walkers, cyclists, and those simply seeking a moment of quiet contemplation against the glittering backdrop of the city skyline. The local economy has diversified considerably, moving beyond its agricultural roots to embrace a mix of retail, professional services, and the enduring draw of its scenic riverfront, which continues to attract visitors and residents alike to its shores.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of South Perth, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on South Perth, in the City Of South Perth local government area.
Detailed location data for South Perth includes the postcode (6151), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of South Perth), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct South Perth is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |