Dardanup, WA 6311
A small-town pace, well outside Western Australia's capital and all the better for it.
- Country charm
- $260/wk Median
- 13.6% Renters
Dardanup Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.3k
- Median age
- 46
- Median weekly rent
- $260
- To the CBD
- 163km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Dardanup Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Dardanup is a regional Western Australia community of 3,286 residents, with 13.6% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $260 — 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.
Around Dardanup
Dardanup Railway Precinct
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Dardanup Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Dardanup
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Dardanup
Real questions renters ask before moving to Dardanup.
Is Dardanup family-friendly for renters?
Dardanup has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $260/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Regional WA.
How far is Dardanup from Western Australia's capital?
Dardanup is approximately 163km from Western Australia's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Dardanup a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Dardanup has a 13.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Dardanup?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Dardanup is $260. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $260 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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