WITCHCLIFFE
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.$720,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real5.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real3.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WITCHCLIFFE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WITCHCLIFFE shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
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Median rent
Real$750/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026 · weekly
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
Dwellings built (WA)
Real19,963
completed in year to Mar-2026 · ABS 8752.0 (state)
▼ 8.7% vs prior year · 24,236 started
Market overview
WITCHCLIFFE is a WA suburb offering high rental yield and steady price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Strong rental yield of 5.4%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Elevated supply pipeline (3.1% of stock in new approvals) — future supply may pressure capital growth and rents
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,658/wk
$44k taxable p.a.
Renters
25.8%
66.2% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
1.9%
ABS SALM (SA2)
Population growth
+1.1% p.a.
Socio-economic
7/10
SEIFA IRSAD decile · ABS
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
9.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
8.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.4%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
243.3 km
Regional
Days on market
32 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
24.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
12 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
33.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
36/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 6286
🏫Primary (1)
Margaret River Independent School
Independent · Yrs PP-6 · Inner Regional
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe9.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: WA Police · 2024-25 (district)
School quality
Above average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
11
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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