Average rent in Canning Vale - West, WA2026

Canning Vale - West sits in the Canning local government area, 16km from the Perth CBD, with a population of around 10,078 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $450/week — above the Western Australia state median of $337/week. 14% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$450/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
10,078

ABS 2021

Median age
41
Distance to Perth
16 km
Households renting
14%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
48%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Canning

Renting in Canning Vale - West

Canning Vale - West is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $450/week, around 34% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 84% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (98%) 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 16km from Perth, with a population of around 10,078 and a median age of 41. 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 Canning Vale - West?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Canning Vale - West, WA was $450. 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 Canning Vale - West rent compare to Western Australia?+
The Western Australia state median weekly rent was $337 at the 2021 Census, while Canning Vale - West came in at $450 — 34% above. Canning Vale - West sits 16km from Perth, and rent tends to scale roughly with CBD proximity, transit access, and dwelling type mix (which here is 98% separate houses and 0% flats).
Which suburbs near Canning Vale - West have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Canning Vale - West's $450/week (ABS 2021) include Jandakot, Leeming, Mount Hawthorn - Leederville. Claremont (WA), Duncraig, North Coogee sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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