Average rent in Kingsley, WA — 2026

Kingsley sits in the Joondalup local government area, 17km from the Perth CBD, with a population of around 13,204 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $418/week — above the Western Australia state median of $337/week. 12% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$418/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
13,204

ABS 2021

Median age
44
Distance to Perth
17 km
Households renting
12%
Separate houses
84%
Flats / apartments
0%
Born overseas
31%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Joondalup

Renting in Kingsley

Kingsley is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $418/week, around 24% 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 (84%) 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 17km from Perth, with a population of around 13,204 and a median age of 44. 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 Kingsley?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Kingsley, WA was $418. 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 Kingsley rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. Kingsley sat at $418 — 24% above the state average. The suburb is 17km from Perth, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (84% separate houses, 0% flats here).
Which suburbs near Kingsley have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Kingsley's $418/week (ABS 2021) include Tapping - Ashby - Sinagra, East Perth, Perth (West) - Northbridge. Wembley Downs - Churchlands - Woodlands, Harrisdale, Bateman 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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