Moving to Perth from
Eastern Australia
Everything Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane investors need to know about entering the Perth property market — flights, accommodation, dining, transport, jobs, and lifestyle.
Sydney
Escape the congestion, keep the career
Melbourne
Same culture, better weather, lower costs
Brisbane
Similar climate, bigger opportunities
3,200+ Hours Sunshine
More sunny days than any other Australian capital
45% Lower Housing Costs
Compared to Sydney median house prices
20 Min Average Commute
Half the commute time of Sydney or Melbourne
#1 Lifestyle City
Beaches, wine regions, nature at your doorstep
Getting to Perth
Direct flights from all major Eastern Australian cities. Competition between Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar keeps prices competitive.
Sydney
SYD → PER
Airlines:
Melbourne
MEL → PER
Airlines:
Brisbane
BNE → PER
Airlines:
✈️ Booking Tips
- Book Tuesday-Thursday for cheapest fares
- Perth Airport has its own train station (Airport Line)
- Set up price alerts 6-8 weeks before travel
- Perth is 2-3 hours behind Eastern states (no daylight saving)
Where to Stay
From luxury waterfront hotels to boutique stays in Northbridge — Perth offers excellent accommodation for property inspection trips.
COMO The Treasury
CBD
Historic 19th-century building, rooftop Wildflower restaurant
Pan Pacific Perth
Adelaide Terrace
$50M refurbishment, award-winning Uma restaurant
The Ritz-Carlton Perth
Elizabeth Quay
Waterfront location, rooftop infinity pool
QT Perth
Murray Street
Rooftop bar with CBD views, unique art-filled design
Novotel Perth Murray Street
Murray Street
Ideal for business travel, Miss Mi restaurant
Alex Hotel
Northbridge
Northbridge location, Shadow Wine Bar on-site
Dining & Entertainment
Perth's dining scene rivals Sydney and Melbourne. From Wildflower's indigenous Australian cuisine to world-class Japanese at Nobu.
Wildflower
$$$$Modern Australian
Rooftop views, indigenous ingredients, 6 Noongar seasons menu
Rockpool Bar & Grill
$$$$Steak & Seafood
Australia's People's Choice 2025, Neil Perry cuisine
Nobu
$$$$Japanese
Iconic black cod miso, Swan River views
Balthazar
$$$European
Established 1998, intimate wine room
Uma Restaurant
$$$Peruvian
Award-winning, WA seasonal produce
Gibney
$$$French Brasserie
Ocean views, tableside martini service
Light Years
$$Modern Asian
Share plates, creative cocktails
Le Rebelle
$$French Bistro
Intimate Mount Lawley gem, NY charm
Getting Around Perth
Perth's Transperth network is efficient and affordable. The new Airport Line, Ellenbrook Line, and Yanchep extension make exploring easy.
Transperth Trains
8 lines including new Airport, Ellenbrook & Yanchep lines
85 stations across metro Perth. Free travel in CBD zone.
CAT Buses
Free Central Area Transit buses in CBD, Fremantle & Joondalup
Run daily, covering key attractions and business precincts.
Elizabeth Quay Ferry
Scenic route across Swan River to South Perth
Every 15-30 mins. Electric ferries coming soon.
Rideshare & Taxis
Uber, Ola, DiDi, Swan Taxis available
Convenient for airport transfers and late nights.
🚆 Get a SmartRider Card
Available at Transperth InfoCentres and 7-Eleven stores. Register and set up Autoload for 20% discount, plus free travel on Sundays!
Free CBD Zone
City West to Claisebrook
Free CAT Buses
CBD, Fremantle, Joondalup
Free Sundays
All services with SmartRider
Career Opportunities
Perth's job market grew 2.3% in Q1 2025 — outpacing other Australian states. Key sectors are actively recruiting Eastern Australian talent.
Healthcare
Top employing industry in WA, 21.6% of national growth
Construction
Major infrastructure projects driving sustained demand
Mining & Resources
Rio Tinto, BHP, Mineral Resources major employers
Technology
Digital transformation driving tech talent demand
Defence
Henderson Defence Precinct major investment hub
Education
Growing population creating sustained demand
💼 Why Perth for Your Career?
+15%
Higher mining salaries vs East Coast
-45%
Lower housing costs than Sydney
20 min
Average commute (vs 45 min Sydney)
Perth Lifestyle
Swap the Eastern States rat race for a balanced lifestyle with world-class beaches, wine regions, and outdoor adventures on your doorstep.
19 Beaches
Within 30 minutes of CBD
Swan Valley
Wine region 25 mins from city
Kings Park
Largest inner-city park in world
Rottnest Island
90 min ferry, quokka paradise
Perth vs Eastern States
| Factor | Perth | Sydney | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median House Price | $700k | $1.4M | $950k |
| Average Commute | 20 min | 45 min | 38 min |
| Sunny Days/Year | 265+ | 230 | 185 |
| Rental Yield | 4.5%+ | 2.8% | 3.2% |
| Population Growth | +2.8% | +1.4% | +1.8% |
Ready to Make the Move?
Our team specialises in helping Eastern Australian investors enter the Perth market. Book a free consultation to discuss your investment strategy.