Average rent in South Perth - Kensington, WA — 2026

South Perth - Kensington is part of the South Perth council area and sits 4km out from the Perth CBD, with around 17,226 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $375/week, which is above the Western Australia median of $337/week. About 39% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$375/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
17,226

ABS 2021

Median age
40
Distance to Perth
4 km
Households renting
39%
Separate houses
45%
Flats / apartments
24%
Born overseas
34%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
South Perth

Renting in South Perth - Kensington

South Perth - Kensington is one of the more expensive parts of Western Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $375/week, around 11% above the state median of $337/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 58% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (45%) 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 4km from Perth, with a population of around 17,226 and a median age of 40. 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 South Perth - Kensington?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in South Perth - Kensington, WA was $375. 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 South Perth - Kensington rent compare to Western Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, Western Australia's state median rent was $337 a week. South Perth - Kensington sat at $375 — 11% above the state average. The suburb is 4km from Perth, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (45% separate houses, 24% flats here).
Which suburbs near South Perth - Kensington have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than South Perth - Kensington's $375/week (ABS 2021): Baldivis - South, Brabham - Henley Brook, Craigie - Beldon. On the higher end, you've got Byford, Carramar, Heathridge - Connolly. 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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