Perth

🇦🇺Australia•Oceania

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living73

Safety82

Healthcare80

Career Opportunities77

Climate78

Transport81

Air Quality83

Family Friendliness85.33

Education83

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Perth a good place to live?

Perth scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 73/100), very safe (safety: 82/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 80/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Perth?

Perth has a cost of living score of 73/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Perth?

Perth has a transport score of 81/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Perth?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Perth are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Perth safe for expats?

Perth has a safety score of 82/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 83/100.

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