Kelmscott

POSTAL CODE: WA, 6111

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A steady increase in median property prices over a five-year period in the suburb translates to a 84.14% capital gain.

It also delivered a weaker performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value.Investors saw the median home price rise to $685,000

The augmented property values in the suburb are trailing above the territorial average of 13.59% in 2016.

On the other hand, based on current median home prices for the suburb, Real estate investors could earn a rental income of $600.

Home owners selling their properties and realtors in KELMSCOTT usually have to wait an average of 27.9 days days before their assets are lifted off the market.

The WA suburb ranks 164th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in WA, posting a 4.55% return.

It also places places 206th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Property investors enjoyed capital gains of 11.11% over the last 12 months in KELMSCOTT, translating to lower returns compared with its peers in WA.

A survey of average capital gains or median home price increase in suburbs across the country shows that KELMSCOTT, 6111 obtained a 7.7% growth over a ten-year period. It ranks 356th on our list of suburbs that property investors should look into.

KELMSCOTT, 6111 has a capital gain of 11.11% for the past year, which is lower than average compared to its 162.5% growth within a five-year period.

With the median home price in KELMSCOTT sitting at $525,000, and the average rent at $555, property owners could potentially earn a 5.5% increase in gross rental yield.

Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in KELMSCOTT are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

KELMSCOTT, 6111 in WA belongs to the local government area of Armadale.

Surburb overview

Kelmscott is a suburb located within the City of Armadale, approximately 25.9 kilometres southeast of Perth’s central business district. The area is accessible via the Armadale railway line, with Kelmscott Station as a key transit point. Public transport options include train services and bus routes, facilitating connectivity to Perth and surrounding suburbs.

According to the 2021 Census, Kelmscott had a population of 10,462 residents. The community comprises a mix of family types, with couples with children representing 37.0% and one-parent families accounting for 22.0%. The suburb exhibits a diverse demographic profile, reflecting a range of cultural backgrounds.

Public transport usage in Kelmscott includes 7.4% of employed people aged 15 years and over commuting by public transport, while 73.0% travel by car as a driver or passenger. The suburb is serviced by Transperth bus routes, enhancing accessibility to various parts of the Perth metropolitan area.

Essential services in Kelmscott encompass educational institutions such as Kelmscott Senior High School and Kelmscott John Calvin School. Healthcare facilities include the Kelvale Medical Group, which offers various general practice services. Shopping centres like Kelmscott Plaza, which provide a variety of stores and amenities, meet retail needs.

The suburb features several parks and reserves for recreational amenities. Rushton Park offers cricket and other sports facilities, while Frye Park includes netball courts and batting cages. Apex Park provides walking and running paths for outdoor enthusiasts. These spaces contribute to the suburb's community-oriented atmosphere.

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Data report can be found below

Key Property Date Report	HOUSE	UNIT
Median Price	$685,000	$525,000
Growth Report
Median Quarterly	4.58%	0.77%
Median 12 month	17.09%	11.11%
Median 3 years	84.14%	88.51%
Median 5 years	107.89%	162.5%
10 years average annual	7.14%	7.7%
Weekly media advert. rent	$600	$555
Time on Market	27.9 days	27.7 days
Gross Rental Yield Percent	4.55%	5.5%

Demographics (Median Values)*

Total Population 23068

Weekly Household Income 1390

Household Size 2.60

Average Age 39

Monthly Loan Repayment 1733

* Australian Bureau of Statistics (May 2021) 2016 Census DataPacks[https://datapacks.censusdata.abs.gov.au/datapacks/],ABS Website, accessed 2016.

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