Whyalla, SA 5622
Room to breathe, on South Australia's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $180/wk Median
- 39.6% Renters
Whyalla Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 21.2k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $180
- To the CBD
- 231km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 10
ABS 2021 Census
Whyalla Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
Whyalla is a regional South Australia community of 21,154 residents, with 39.6% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $180 — noticeably kinder to the budget than South Australia's capital. It's the kind of solidly-sized town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Whyalla
Whyalla Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Whyalla Railway Precinct
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Whyalla
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Whyalla
Real questions renters ask before moving to Whyalla.
Is Whyalla family-friendly for renters?
Whyalla has around 10 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $180/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional SA.
How much does it cost to rent in Whyalla?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Whyalla is $180. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $180 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Whyalla?
Locals describe Whyalla as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 21,154, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Whyalla walkable?
Whyalla carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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