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Kelmscott, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Kelmscott is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 10,575. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
10,575 Population 1,826/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$23,052 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$23,052 median income, 8.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$163,400 home value, $817/mo rent

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About Kelmscott

Kelmscott

Kelmscott is a southeastern suburb of Perth, Western Australian within the local government area of the City of Armadale. It is 23 kilometres (14 mi) southeast of Perth along the Albany Highway.

People

Population10,575
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,826/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$23,052
Per Capita$23,052
Unemployment8.1%

Housing

C+
Home Value$163,400
Rent$817
Ownership72.5%
Housing Units4,230

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population10,575
Population Density1,826 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-32.1243°, 116.0259°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,052
Median Age40.0 years

About Kelmscott

Kelmscott is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 10,575. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Kelmscott has a population of 10,575 with a density of 1,826 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,575
Total Population
1,826
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kelmscott vs Australia Average

The median household income in Kelmscott is $23,052, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,052 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $443, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,005 business establishments.

Income: Kelmscott vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,052
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,052
Avg Weekly Wage$443

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,005

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kelmscott is $163,400, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below the national average of $1,163). 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,230 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,400
42% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.5%
Owner-Occupied72.5%
Renter-Occupied27.5%
Housing Units4,230

Property Tax

Climate in Kelmscott

Kelmscott has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 796 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 16.7° / 31.4° 16.5
Feb 24.4°C / 76°F 17.1° / 31.7° 19.1
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 15.6° / 29.6° 20.4
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 12.5° / 25.8° 38.4
May 15.6°C / 60°F 9.2° / 22° 95.2
Jun 13.6°C / 56°F 7.9° / 19.2° 149.4
Jul 12.5°C / 55°F 6.9° / 18.1° 159.2
Aug 13°C / 55°F 7.3° / 18.8° 126.3
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 8.2° / 20.1° 89.7
Oct 16.5°C / 62°F 9.8° / 23.1° 43.9
Nov 19.7°C / 67°F 12.8° / 26.6° 28.7
Dec 22.2°C / 72°F 15° / 29.3° 9.1
Kelmscott enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density1,826/sq mi
Coordinates-32.1243°N, 116.0259°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.95"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 25, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 104 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 135 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 111 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 134 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 120 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 109 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 119 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 145 km
Jan 5, 1994 40 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M3.2 124 km
Jun 2, 2005 52 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.0 131 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 55 km
Jul 18, 2003 42 km N of Toodyay, Australia M2.8 117 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 89 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 123 km
Jun 12, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.7 105 km
May 12, 2005 31 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.6 113 km
Apr 15, 2005 10 km SSW of York, Australia M2.5 67 km
Jun 14, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 103 km
Aug 11, 2003 25 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 7.6 in
July 53°F (12°C) 8.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 6.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest

Kelmscott has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 53°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and December the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Kelmscott

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kelmscott Primary School - - - -
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School - - - -
Clifton Hills Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kelmscott

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Curtin Radio - A lifetime of music adult contemporary, music AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Triple J (WA) contemporary, indi AAC+ 56 kbps
Perth 6IX classic hits 60s 70a 80s MP3 64 kbps
Triple M Perth rock AAC 130 kbps
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps
917TheWave - AAC+ 192 kbps
ABC Radio Perth - AAC+ 56 kbps
SonshineFM christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Capital Community Radio 101.7FM golden music, golden oldies MP3 192 kbps
Hellenic Radio Perth - MP3 320 kbps
96fm - AAC+ 48 kbps
Noongar Radio aboriginal, australia AAC+ 32 kbps
SonshineFM Extra christian AAC+ 128 kbps
MyFM Perth punk, ska MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Kelmscott

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Armadale History House Museum
Aviation Heritage Museum
Ferry Tram B15
Ferry Tram B15
Freshwater Bay Museum
Freshwater Bay Museum
Gallop House
Gallop House
Kalamunda History Village
Machinery Museum
Midland Workshops Museum
Millers' Bakehouse Museum
Mundaring No.1 Pump Station Goldfields Water Supply Scheme
Museum of Natural History
Museum of Perth
Museum of Perth
Old Central Fire Station Heritage Centre
Old Central Fire Station Heritage Centre
Old Post Office Museum
Railway Museum
Railway Museum
Scitech
Scitech
South Perth Historical Society
South Perth Historical Society
Stirk Cottage
Subiaco Museum
Subiaco Museum
Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip
Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip
Whittnish Cottage
Wilkinson Homestead Museum
Wireless Hill Museum
Wireless Hill Museum
Woodloes Museum

Libraries in Kelmscott

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
105 TL Robertson Library0.0
200A John Curtin Library0.0
200A John Curtin Library0.0
AH Bracks Library + Creative Space0.0
Altone Park Public Library0.0
Amherst Village Public Library0.0
Bassendean Memorial Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Bull Creek Library0.0
Cambridge Library0.0
Cambridge Library0.0
Cannington Leisureplex Library0.0
Cannington Leisureplex Library0.0
City of Perth Library0.0
City of South Perth Library0.0
City of South Perth Library0.0
Civic Square Library0.0
Civic Square Library0.0
Claremont Library0.0
Claremont Library0.0
Cockburn Public Library and Information Service0.0
Coolbellup Public Library0.0
Darius Wells Library0.0
Dianella Library0.0
Edith Cowan University Library Mount Lawley (Building 8)0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
Forrest Library0.0
Forrest Library0.0
Forrestfield Public Library0.0
Guildford Public Library0.0
High Wycombe Library0.0
Inglewood Library0.0
Kalamunda Library0.0
Karrinyup Public Library0.0
Kelmscott Library0.0
Manning Library0.0
Manning Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Midland Public Library0.0
Mills Park Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Mount Claremont Library0.0
Mount Claremont Library0.0
Murdoch TAFE Library0.0
Nedlands Library0.0
Nedlands Library0.0
Osborne Park Library0.0
Osborne Park Library0.0
Piara Waters Library0.0
Reid Library0.0
Riverton Library0.0
Ruth Faulkner Library0.0
Seville Grove Public Library0.0
State Library of Western Australia0.0
State Library of Western Australia0.0
Subiaco Library0.0
Success Public Library0.0
The Little Library0.0
Thornlie Library0.0
Tiny Library0.0
Vincent Library0.0
Willagee Library0.0
Willetton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kelmscott

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Canning Vale Sunday Markets
Farmer's Market on Manning
Food Hall
Gosnells Railway Markets
Kalamunda Artisan Market
Manning Road Farmer's Market
Manning Road Farmer's Market
Morley Markets
Stock Road Market
Subi Farmers Market
Subi Farmers Market

Restaurants in Kelmscott

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avocados
Hog's Breath Cafe

Cafes in Kelmscott

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pink Cafe

Clinics in Kelmscott

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hillview Colon Care Health Centre

Train Stations in Kelmscott

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Challis

Gas Stations in Kelmscott

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Shell

Gyms in Kelmscott

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Genesis Fitness

Breweries in Kelmscott

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bright Tank Brewery
Bright Tank Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Kelmscott

TeamLeagueDivision
Belmont Park Racecourse
Gloucester Park
HBF Park
Perth Stadium
RAC Arena
WACA Ground
Western Australian Athletics Stadium

Airports Near Kelmscott

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base Pearce-Medium Airport
Between Lakes Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Chittering Airstrip-Small Airport
Dale River Airport-Small Airport
Dwellingup Airstrip-Small Airport
Greenside Airstrip-Small Airport
HMAS Stirling Military Airport-Small Airport
Lake Clifton Airstrip-Small Airport
Langley Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Midway-Small Airport
Murray Field-Small Airport
Northam Airport-Small Airport
Pinjarra North Airstrip-Small Airport
Pinjarra Skydiving Airstrip-Small Airport
RAAF Gingin-Small Airport
Rottnest Island AirportRTSSmall Airport
Serpentine Airport-Small Airport
Wheeler Drome-Small Airport
Wheeler Field-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Kelmscott

47 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Akasha Wellness Clinic
Australian Clinicallabs
Be Mindful Nutrition
Bentley Child Health Centre
boss
Bramis
Cancer Council Shop
Cannington Medical Centre
Capacity Health
Carlisle Medical Centre
Craig Boulton Podiatry
Derbal Yerrigan Health Service
Enhance Psychology WA
Fitzgerald Medical Practice
Floreat Medical
Genisis Care
Heart Foundation
Hollywood Clinic
Hollywood Ramsay Clinic
Hollywood Ramsay Clinic - Fenwick Day Unit
Hollywood Specialist Centre
Intensive Care Unit
Leeming Medical Centre
Maternity Clinic King Edward
National 360
Northbridge Medical Centre
Our Place
Perth Eye Hospital
Perth Laser Vision
Perth Radiological Clinic
Perth Radiological Clinic
Perth Radiological Clinic
Rejuva Cosmetic Clinic
Reynolds Rd Medical Centre
Scalp Micropigmentation WA
Sexual Health Quarters
SILK Laser Clinics Garden City
SILK Laser Clinics Innaloo
Sleep WA
Southern Clinic
Specialist Sportscare W.A.
St John Urgent Care
State Major Trauma Unit
The Walk-in GP
Up! Chiropractic
Wembley Family Medical Practice
Wembley Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kelmscott

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dhammayanaram Monastery - The Cambodian Buddhist Society of Western Australia
The Good Shepherd Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelmscott

What is the population of Kelmscott?

Kelmscott has a population of 10,575 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,826 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Kelmscott expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,052, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,400 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kelmscott?

Kelmscott enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kelmscott?

The job market in Kelmscott faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $443. There are 1,005 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kelmscott?

The median home value in Kelmscott is $163,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $817. The homeownership rate is 72.5%.

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