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Perth - Australia

Moving to Perth - Australia

Contribute to the community by sharing information to help the Desi community connect and support one another. Provide details about apartments where the Desi community resides. Answer questions from those moving here for work, school, or other reasons. Share information about areas or buildings with a significant Desi population, including rent costs, utilities included, accessibility, availability of laundry facilities, and other relevant details. Note: This section is not for posting apartments for rent—please use the classifieds section for that. The goal is to offer guidance and answer questions for people planning to move to this area.

 

1. Desi Community

• Indian Community: Dominates the South Asian population, with Punjabis, Tamils, Gujaratis, and Malayalis.
• Pakistani Community: Significant presence in multicultural suburbs.
• Bangladeshi and Nepali Communities: Growing populations among students and professionals.

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2. Areas with South Asian Communities

• Cannington: A hub for Indian and Pakistani families.
• Bentley: Popular with students due to proximity to Curtin University.
• Willetton: Residential area with South Asian families.
• Thornlie: Home to a mix of Indian, Pakistani, and Nepali communities.
• Southern River: Emerging area for South Asian families.

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3. Main Market Areas

• Cannington and Victoria Park:
  • Indian restaurants, grocery stores, and clothing shops are prominent.

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4. Grocery Stores

• Spice House (Cannington): Offers Indian and Pakistani spices and products.
• New Indian Supermarket (Bentley): Popular for fresh South Asian ingredients.
• Indian Bazaar (Willetton): Specializes in South Asian groceries.
• Pakistani Halal Meats and Grocery (Cannington): For Pakistani and halal products.
• Subzi Mandi (Thornlie): Known for fresh produce and South Asian essentials.

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5. Transportation

• Public Transport:
  • Perth offers an efficient train, bus, and ferry system.
  • Use the Transperth Card for seamless travel.
• Ride Sharing:
  • Uber, Ola, and DiDi are popular options.

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6. Religious Places

• Temples:

  • Shree Swaminarayan Mandir (Perth): Major Hindu temple.
  • Sri Bala Murugan Temple (Canning Vale): Tamil Hindu temple.

• Gurdwara:

  • Sikh Gurdwara Perth (Bennett Springs): Major place of worship for the Sikh community.

• Mosques:

  • Perth Mosque (Northbridge): Central and historic mosque.
  • Canning Mosque (Queens Park): Popular among South Asian Muslims.

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7. Cost of Living

• Average Monthly Costs for South Asian Families:
  • Rent: AUD 1,800–2,500 for a 3-bedroom house in South Asian areas.
  • Groceries: AUD 400–600 per month.
  • Utilities: AUD 200–300 per month.
  • Transportation: AUD 150–200 per person.

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8. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

Elementary Schools:

• Burrendah Primary School (Willetton): High academic standards and multicultural environment.
• Brookman Primary School (Langford): Diverse student body.

Middle Schools:

• Willetton Senior High School (Willetton): Top-ranking school with a multicultural mix.
• Canning Vale College (Canning Vale): Popular among South Asian families.

High Schools:

• Rossmoyne Senior High School (Rossmoyne): Consistently ranked among the best in Perth.
• Lynwood Senior High School (Lynwood): Offers excellent academic programs.