Moving from New Zealand? Here are the top 5 Perth suburbs

If you’re thinking of hopping across the ditch from New Zealand to Perth, Australia, and aren’t quite sure where to land, then look no further. We explore the top 5 suburbs to move to in Perth, from the breezy coast to leafy green foothills.

Rockinghamis a crowd favourite forNew Zealanders coming to Perth because of its affordable beachside lifestyle. It’s a quiet area, great for families and those looking to live coastal. If you’re thinking of relocating to the Rockingham area, we have house and land only 15 minutes away in Port Kennedy.

While seaside living is often touted as a retiree’s dream, Port Kennedy offers plenty of activities for kids both big and small, from dolphin watching to laser tag. There are also world-class golfing facilities, nature trails and a sporting complex. Completing the picture are all the amenities a family needs in easy reach: schools, shops, public transport and cafés.

Only a little further inland is Baldivis, a sprawling suburb that has seen a burst of growth thanks to its blend of natural charm and modern convenience. This is a stunning region only 35 minutes from Perth CBD with nature reserves, farmlands and fishing spots just a short drive from nearby beaches. There is a large community of Kiwis here, with several celebrations of Waitangi Day and other Kiwi-led events in recent years.

With a number of local schools, this is a family-friendly suburb ideal for raising kids. They will be well entertained on weekends with water and adventure parks, paintball facilities, an obstacle course centre and more. Plus, several large shopping centres dot the map, linked with bus options. If this sounds like a perfect spot for your family to put down roots, check out our house and land available in Baldivis.

Turning our eyes to the far north of the city, Butler is a rapidly growing suburb popular with New Zealanders keen on a sea change. Along with nearby suburbs Eglinton, Alkimos and Clarkson, this region boasts brand new planning with fresh amenities and modern home designs. These areas follow the northern Perth coastline, meaning they all have close access to the beach for seaside lifestyles and breezy cafes.

Young families are flocking to this part of the city for the affordable estates, new schools, and the vast number of parks and recreational facilities. There are also new transport links with buses and a recently expanded train line, plus a large shopping and business district only 15 minutes away at Joondalup. For house and land up this way, we have spots in Alkimos and Clarkson.

Cockburn Central lies south of the river, about 20km from Perth CBD and 15km from Fremantle. Because of its central position, this suburb has great transport connections with close access to the Cockburn Gateway Shopping city and the Victor George Kailis Oval. For families with growing children, there are a number of schools and Murdoch University is only 5 minutes away.

Just next door is Jandakot, a suburb that has semi-rural appeal with larger block sizes. Kiwis moving to Jandakot can make the most of walking trails and green spaces within a stone’s throw of the city. This suburb is close to all the amenities of Cockburn Central while offering a quieter, more peaceful lifestyle. There are new residential estates popping up here, with an opportunity for house and land in Jandakot with Residential Attitudes.

On the eastern end of Perth lies Helena Valley, a hilly suburb with peaceful, scenic surrounds ideal for New Zealanders who love the outdoors. With plenty of parks and open spaces, it’s popular for bushwalking and hiking trails, especially the nearby Railway Reserves Heritage Trail. The region is only a 20-minute drive from Swan Valley, an historic food and wine region.

Helena Valley offers a more rural lifestyle only 20km away from Perth city, making it an attractive choice for retirees and older couples. Families can also find their home here, with a primary school in the suburb and other schools nearby, and public transport available. We have house and land in Helena Valley if you’re ready to move to Perth and embark on an Australian tree change.