Safety Bay - Shoalwater, WA 6110
A well-connected Perth pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $300/wk Median
- 24.8% Renters
Safety Bay - Shoalwater Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 12k
- Median age
- 46
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 40.9km
- Walkability
- 5.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Safety Bay - Shoalwater Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Safety Bay - Shoalwater for the balance it strikes — close enough to Perth's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 24.8% of the suburb's 12,039 residents rent.
Around Safety Bay - Shoalwater
Safety Bay - Shoalwater Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Safety Bay - Shoalwater Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Safety Bay - Shoalwater
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Safety Bay - Shoalwater
Real questions renters ask before moving to Safety Bay - Shoalwater.
How much does it cost to rent in Safety Bay - Shoalwater?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Safety Bay - Shoalwater is $300. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $300 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Safety Bay - Shoalwater a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Safety Bay - Shoalwater has a 24.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
What's the community like in Safety Bay - Shoalwater?
Locals describe Safety Bay - Shoalwater as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 12,039, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Safety Bay - Shoalwater family-friendly for renters?
Safety Bay - Shoalwater has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $300/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
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