Belmont vs Stirling

Belmont and Stirling are nearby suburbs in Greater Perth that both offer very walkable environments. The biggest differences involve their First Nations populations and local services. Stirling has a far larger First Nations community, with 2,699 people compared to 1,129 in Belmont. Stirling also has a far higher share of homes within a 15-minute walk of health services, at 54.2% compared to 39.7% in Belmont. In contrast, Belmont has a well higher share of homes with a 15-minute-city walkshed, at 89.8% versus 85.5% in Stirling.

These two areas have tracked closely together since 2011, maintaining very similar profiles for many residents. Both areas are very walkable, with nearly all homes located within a 10-minute walk of public transport. They also share almost identical figures for First Nations residents, including a typical age of 27 and an unemployment rate of 13.9%.