Rockingham Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Rockingham, WA 6168 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2025 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$826,000
2025 data · estimate
Gross Rental Yield
1.9%
Weekly Rent
$300
Renter Demand
52%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.6%
Low — tight market
Population
15,312
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State WA
Postcode 6168
Median house price $826,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $300/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 1.9% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 52.3%
Vacancy rate 0.61%
Population 15,312
Median household income $60,788/yr
Owner-occupied 47.7%
Median age 49 yrs
Total dwellings 4,860

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Higher reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 64

Rockingham shows above-average reported crime compared with other WA suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: WA police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2025 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (0.6%) — tight rental market
⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
⚠️ Higher reported crime (64 incidents/1,000 residents) — WA reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: REIWA_Scraped. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 7
Primary 4
Secondary 4
Schools in Rockingham
Bungaree Primary School Primary
Rockingham Beach Primary School Primary
Star Of The Sea Primary School Primary
Smyl Community College Combined
Kolbe Catholic College Secondary
Rockingham Senior High School Secondary
Rockingham Senior High School Education Support Centre Secondary
Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre Other
Rockingham Montessori School Other
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $826,000
Deposit (20%) $165,200
Loan (80% LVR) $660,800
Weekly rent $300/wk
Annual rent income $15,600/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rockingham a good suburb to invest in?

Rockingham has a high renter proportion (52%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Rockingham?

The median house price in Rockingham is approximately $826,000 based on 2025 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in Rockingham?

The indicative gross rental yield in Rockingham is 1.9%, based on a median weekly rent of $300 against a median price of $826,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Rockingham compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Rockingham against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Rockingham a safe suburb?

Rockingham shows above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in WA, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 64 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Rockingham?

Rockingham has 9 known schools, including Bungaree Primary School, Rockingham Beach Primary School, Star Of The Sea Primary School, Smyl Community College. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?

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General information only. PropertyScoutAU provides suburb-level research data from government public sources. All figures are indicative medians and may not reflect current market conditions or individual property values. This is not financial, investment, legal or tax advice. Always verify independently and consult qualified professionals before making any property decision. About our data →