Perth, TAS
If you are thinking of investing, buying or selling in Perth, then our suburb snapshot is crucial reading. You will find the latest news and data available for the suburb of Perth, plus mapping tools and demographic information. Property price and rental data for the suburb of Perth is provided by RP Data.
News
John McGrath says RP Data figures showing suburbs with median dwelling prices under $300,000 confirm that Gen Yers can buy an investment property in a cheaper suburb and rent in a more desirable lifestyle location.
The number of days it is taking to sell property is increasing across Australia, with some vendors offering deep discounts to sell more quickly.
Those in the know say Australia is likely at the top of a housing market peak. But that doesn't mean there are no bargains to be had.
Suburb Snapshot
Houses
| Median sale price | $267,500 |
| Change in median price in last year | -6.1% |
| Change in median price in past five years | 20.0% |
| Average discount | -10.4% |
| Average time on market | 161.3 |
| Average hold period | 6.4 |
| Median asking rent | $275 |
| Indicative gross rental yield | 5.3% |
Units
| Change in median price in last year | % |
| Average hold period | 3.8 |
Demographic Data for Postcode 7300
Key Statistics
| Population | 2813 |
| Local Government Area (LGA) | Northern Midlands (M) |
| Median weekly rent | $ 140 |
| Median monthly home loan repayment | $ 1,007 |
| Median weekly household income | $ 950 |
| Average household size | 3 |
| Median weekly individual income | $ 442 |
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Demographics data has been compiled using figure from the Australian Bureau of Statistics' 2006 Census. Copyright in ABS Data resides with Commonwealth of Australia. Used with permission. (www.abs.gov.au)

















