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Kensington

POSTAL CODE: WA, 6151
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KENSINGTON ranks 309th in WA when it comes to estimated capital gains experienced by property investors over the past three years.

The suburb’s capital gain of 21.23% for the past year is higher than average compared to its 86.05% growth within a five-year period.

This figures put the ATC suburb in the ranks of the best performing suburbs in Australia in terms of capital gains.

Also in KENSINGTON, the median home price is sitting at $1,527,500, and the average rent at $795, this suggests property owners could potentially earn a 2.71% increase in gross rental yield.

Property investors have seen a 6.08% gain in KENSINGTON based on an increase in median home prices for the past three months.

They believe that homeowners and real estate investors betting on KENSINGTON, 6151 can rest assured about this WA suburb's performance. The suburb saw median home prices rise by 21.23%.

A survey of average capital gains or median home price increase in suburbs across the country shows that this suburb obtained a 7.05% growth over a ten-year period. It ranks 1913th on our list of suburbs that property investors should look into.

Surburb overview

Kensington is a residential suburb located approximately 3 kilometres south-east of Perth’s central business district. It falls within the jurisdictions of the City of South Perth and the Town of Victoria Park. Canning Highway bounds the suburb to the west, Berwick Street to the north, Kent Street to the east, and Hayman Road and South Terrace to the south.

According to the 2021 Census, Kensington had a population of 4,525, with a median age of 38. The age distribution is relatively balanced, with 5.3% aged 0–4 years, 6.5% aged 5–9 years, and 8.2% aged 10–14 years.

Public transportation in Kensington has Transperth bus routes, including the 33, 34, 284, and 960, which connect Perth CBD, Curtin University, and surrounding suburbs. The nearest train stations are in adjacent suburbs, accessible via connecting bus services.

Essential amenities within Kensington include the Meadowvale Shopping Centre, which offers a supermarket and various specialty stores. Educational facilities comprise Kensington Primary School and Kensington Secondary School, which cater to students with disabilities and high support needs. Kent Street Senior High School, located nearby, provides secondary education with specialised programs.

Recreational spaces are abundant, with Kensington Bushland Reserve spanning nine hectares of remnant bushland, recognised as a "Bush Forever" site.  Harold Rossiter Park offers open spaces and sporting facilities, while the Jirdarup Bushland Precinct encompasses multiple reserves, contributing to the suburb's green landscape.

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