Dianella is a large established suburb that experienced its most significant development during the ‘boom’ years of the 1960s. Characterised by a variant range of home styles, Dianella has everything from modest post-war dwellings to expansive, contemporary double-storey homes dominating its landscape.
The Dianella Regional Open Space is a significant fixture of the suburb. Located in the heart of Dianella, the space is a landmark of the community providing locals with numerous recreational opportunities and includes a community centre, tennis courts and a soccer field. The suburbs main shopping centre is the Dianella Plaza, however there are a number of other small shops throughout that cater to basic retail requirements. Also in Dianella are several schools, a public library and a senior citizens centre.
KEY FACTS
| Distance to Perth (km) | 10 |
| Postcode | 6059 |
| Local Government | Stirling |
| Primary schools | Our Lady’s Assumption School, Australian Islamic College – North Of The River, North East Metropolitan Language Development Centre, West Morley Primary School, Infant Jesus School, Sutherland Dianella Primary School, Carmel School, Morley Primary School, Dianella Heights Primary School, Yokine Primary School |
| Secondary schools | Australian Islamic College – North Of The River, Carmel School, John Forrest Secondary College, Morley Senior High School, Sir David Brand School, St Andrew’s Grammar, Chisholm Catholic College, Dianella Secondary College, Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre, Mount Lawley Senior High School |
| Shops | Morley Galleria, Mirrabooka Square |
| Train stations | No train service |
| Bus services | Bus service to Perth CBD |
| 2016 CENSUS SUMMARY | DIANELLA | PERTH |
|---|---|---|
| Population – usually resident | 23,486 | 1,943,858 |
| Median age of residents (years) | 41 | 36 |
| Average household size (persons) | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| Number of occupied dwellings * | 8,966 | 690,280 |
| Number of unoccupied dwellings | 928 | 85,730 |
| Median weekly household income | $1,477 | $1,643 |
| Median monthly mortgage repayment | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total private dwellings | 9,890 | 776,015 |
| Area (sqkm) | 11 | 6,416 |
