Average rent in Banjup, WA2026

Banjup is part of the Cockburn council area and sits 21km out from the Perth CBD, with around 21,746 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $420/week, which is above the Western Australia median of $337/week. About 21% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$420/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
21,746

ABS 2021

Median age
34
Distance to Perth
21 km
Households renting
21%
Separate houses
89%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
36%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Cockburn

Renting in Banjup

Banjup is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $420/week, around 25% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 78% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (89%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 21km from Perth, with a population of around 21,746 and a median age of 34. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Banjup?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Banjup, WA was $420. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Banjup rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. Banjup sat at $420 — 25% above the state average. The suburb is 21km from Perth, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (89% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Banjup have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Banjup's $420/week (ABS 2021): Kingsley, East Perth, Tapping - Ashby - Sinagra. On the higher end, you've got Mount Hawthorn - Leederville, Leeming, Jandakot. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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