Applecross is an affluent riverside suburb of Perth bound by the Canning Highway and Swan River. Part of the City of Melville's municipality, Applecross is a predominantly residential area with commercial activity along Canning Highway.
Home to numerous parks and reserves, Applecross is in the enviable position of being close to urban environments while still retaining its suburban charm. Some major features are the South of Perth Yacht Club, the Raffles Hotel, Restaurant and Lounge Bar and the Canning Highway commercial area, which provides residents with numerous restaurants and amenities to explore and enjoy. Also of note are Waylen Bay, Canning Bridge, the Challenger Institute of Technology and the Heathcote Cultural Precinct.
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| Distance to Perth (km) | 8 |
| Postcode | 6153 |
| Local Government | Melville |
| Local Schools | Applecross P.S., Applecross S.H.S., Saint Benedict's School, Conon Road Kindergarten, |
| Nearby Schools | Santa Maria College (Attadale) , Mel Maria Catholic P.S. (Attadale) |
| Shops | Garden City |
| Train Stations | Canning Bridge or Bull Creek |
| Bus Services | Bus Service to rail stations or Esplanade Bus Port |
| 2011 Census Summary | Applecross | Perth |
|---|---|---|
| Population - Usually Resident | 6,579 | 1,645,573 |
| Median Age of Residents (Years) | 42 | 35 |
| Average Household Size (persons) | 2.00 | 2.55 |
| Total Households | 2,430 | 604,425 |
| Number of Occupied Dwellings * | 2,781 | 595,499 |
| Number of Unoccupied Dwellings | 353 | 57,529 |
| Median Weekly Household Income | $2,095 | $1,481 |
| Median Monthly Mortgage Repayment | $2,612 | $2,008 |
| Median Weekly Rent | $400 | $327 |
