Average rent in High Wycombe, WA — 2026

High Wycombe is part of the Kalamunda council area and sits 13km out from the Perth CBD, with around 12,198 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $380/week, which is above the Western Australia median of $337/week. About 22% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$380/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
12,198

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Perth
13 km
Households renting
22%
Separate houses
96%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Technicians and Trades Workers
LGA
Kalamunda

Renting in High Wycombe

High Wycombe is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $380/week, around 13% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 75% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (96%) 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 13km from Perth, with a population of around 12,198 and a median age of 38. The biggest occupation category is Technicians and Trades Workers. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in High Wycombe?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in High Wycombe, WA was $380. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does High Wycombe rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. High Wycombe sat at $380 — 13% above the state average. The suburb is 13km from Perth, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (96% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near High Wycombe have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than High Wycombe's $380/week (ABS 2021) include South Perth - Kensington, Mundijong, Kalamunda - Maida Vale - Gooseberry Hill. O'Connor (WA), Beeliar - Wattleup, Fremantle 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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