Brookton, WA 6407

Room to breathe, on Western Australia's regional rental market.

  • Regional lifestyle
  • $200/wk Median
  • 20.5% Renters

Brookton Rental Market Statistics

Population
3.5k
Median age
50
Median weekly rent
$200
To the CBD
135km
Walkability
1
Schools within 3 km
2

ABS 2021 Census

Brookton Neighbourhood & Lifestyle

Work & Connectivity

Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.

Beach & Coast

A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.

Fitness & Outdoors

An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.

Signature Spotlight

Community & Space

Brookton is a regional Western Australia community of 3,504 residents, with 20.5% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $200 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Western Australia's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.

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Around Brookton

Brookton Railway Precinct

A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.

Brookton Memorial Park

Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.

Available Rental Properties in Brookton

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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Brookton

Real questions renters ask before moving to Brookton.

Is Brookton a good suburb for renters?

Yes. Brookton has a 20.5% 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.

Is Brookton family-friendly for renters?

Brookton has around 2 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $200/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional WA.

How much does it cost to rent in Brookton?

Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Brookton is $200. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $200 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.

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