West Lakes Shore Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for West Lakes Shore, SA 5020 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2024 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$639,000
2024 data · estimate
Gross Rental Yield
6.4%
Weekly Rent
$790
Renter Demand
23%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.6%
Low — tight market
Population
3,236
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State SA
Postcode 5020
Median house price $639,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $790/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 6.4% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 23.3%
Vacancy rate 0.60%
Population 3,236
Median household income $91,416/yr
Owner-occupied 76.7%
Median age 48 yrs
Total dwellings 793

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Moderate reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 42

West Lakes Shore shows around-average reported crime compared with other SA suburbs, based on 2025 state police data.

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

Investment Signals

Confidence: Low Low

Limited recent transactions — the price is an estimate, not transaction-verified. Treat as a starting point.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (0.6%) — tight rental market
ℹ️ Low renter proportion (23%) — owner-occupier suburb
⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available
🔵 Moderate reported crime (42 incidents/1,000 residents) — SA reported data 2025
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Price History

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🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 1
Primary 1
Secondary 0
Schools in West Lakes Shore
West Lakes Shore School Primary · Government
West Lakes Shore Kindergarten Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🔄 Compare & Explore

West Lakes Shore's 6.4% gross rental yield is above the SA median of 5.1%, across 555 SA suburbs with public data.

Similar suburbs in SA by price range, ranked by yield:

Maslin Beach, SA
8.3% yield
$502,000
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8.1% yield
$500,000
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7.7% yield
$456,000
Mclaren Vale, SA
7.4% yield
$484,000
Semaphore Park, SA
7.4% yield
$459,000
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7.3% yield
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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $639,000
Deposit (20%) $127,800
Loan (80% LVR) $511,200
Weekly rent $790/wk
Annual rent income $41,080/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Lakes Shore a good suburb to invest in?

West Lakes Shore has an average renter proportion 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 West Lakes Shore?

The median house price in West Lakes Shore is approximately $639,000 based on 2024 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in West Lakes Shore?

The indicative gross rental yield in West Lakes Shore is 6.4%, based on a median weekly rent of $790 against a median price of $639,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does West Lakes Shore compare to other suburbs?

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Is West Lakes Shore a safe suburb?

West Lakes Shore shows around-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in SA, based on 2025 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in West Lakes Shore?

West Lakes Shore has 2 known schools, including West Lakes Shore School, West Lakes Shore Kindergarten. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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