Startup tech occupiers in Perth typically cluster in West Perth, plan ~130 sqft per seat at mid fit-out ($120–175/sqft), and pay around 660 AUD/sqft ($40 USD) on Class A.

• Preferred submarket: West Perth.
• Typical fit-out spec: Mid ($120–175/sqft).
• Plan ~130 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
• Class A rent context: 660 AUD/sqft ($40 USD).
• Typical lease: 7 years with 12 months rent-free.
• Talent depth in Perth: 76/100.

TL;DR

• Preferred submarket: West Perth.
• Typical fit-out spec: Mid ($120–175/sqft).
• Plan ~130 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
• Class A rent context: 660 AUD/sqft ($40 USD).
• Typical lease: 7 years with 12 months rent-free.
• Talent depth in Perth: 76/100.

Where they cluster

Startup tech occupiers in Perth typically anchor in West Perth. Junior mining, mining services, boutique law firms, professional services.

What they pay

Class A rent in Perth runs 660 AUD/sqft ($40 USD) on a 7-year lease with 12 months free. Prime submarkets sit at or modestly above the city index.

Spec and fit-out

Typical startup tech fit-out targets mid specification at $120–175/sqft. Functional Cat-B with branded reception and standard meeting-room mix is standard.

Headcount sizing

Plan around 130 sqft per seat blended (workstation + circulation + amenity). A 100-headcount startups office in Perth typically targets 13,000 sqft of leasable area.

Talent angle

Series B–D scale-ups prioritize flexibility and signature loft stock to attract engineering talent away from incumbents. Strong mining, engineering, energy, and resources talent. University of Western Australia (UWA), Curtin, and Murdoch anchor the regional pipeline. Strong cross-border talent flow with Singapore, Indonesia, and Hong Kong supports resources-trading tenancy.

Tax and lease context

Headline corporate tax: 30%. Australian gross structure (rent inclusive of outgoings up to a base year). 5-10 year terms standard with options. Rent-free of 8-14 months on 7-year terms plus AUD 1000-2000/sqm TI typical.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

Where do startup tech occupiers lease office space in Perth?

Most cluster in West Perth. Rent runs ~660 AUD/sqft ($40 USD) for trophy and prime stock.

What fit-out spec do startup tech occupiers run in Perth?

Typically mid at $120–175/sqft.

How much office space per seat should a startup tech occupier plan in Perth?

Plan ~130 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 13,000 sqft.

What NAICS codes describe the startup tech vertical?

Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 541511, 541512, 518210.

What is the talent index in Perth?

76/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

Related

• Startup tech — global overview
• Perth — full city profile
• Financial services in Perth
• Asset management in Perth
• Investment banking in Perth
• Legal services in Perth

Editorial provenance

Reviewed by Class A Atlas Editorial Desk — House byline · global editorial team. Last updated 2026-04-15. See our methodology and editorial standards.

Primary sources for this page

• CBRE Marketview reports — CBRE
• JLL Office Insight — JLL
• Cushman & Wakefield Marketbeat — Cushman & Wakefield
• Savills World Research — Savills
• Colliers Global Office Outlook — Colliers

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