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West Beach

5024 · SA · Metro · Data updated May 2026
74
Good Signal
out of 100
Vacancy Rate
0.7%
Rental Yield
5.6%
12m Growth
+12.2%
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What the data says about West Beach

West Beach shows solid investment fundamentals worth investigating further. With a vacancy rate of just 0.7%, rental properties in West Beach are being absorbed rapidly by tenants — a clear signal of demand significantly exceeding supply. Days on market at 29 days suggest reasonable market activity.

Property values have grown 12.2% over the past 12 months, reflecting genuine market momentum and strong buyer competition. With a rental yield of 5.6%, income returns are above the national average. New dwelling approvals in the area have increased, which may moderate price growth as additional supply enters the market.

PropTime's composite model scores West Beach at 74/100, indicating good signal fundamentals with some factors to monitor.

15-factor analysis

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Vacancy Rate
0.7%
9/10
Rental Yield
5.6%
8/10
Price Growth 12m
+12.2%
9/10
Days on Market
29 days
6/10
Population Growth
1.4%
6/10
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Investment profile for West Beach

73
Growth score
Capital appreciation outlook
77
Cashflow score
Rental income strength
74
Overall score
Combined investment signal

West Beach is particularly suited to cashflow-focused investors. The 5.6% rental yield is above the national average, offering solid income potential.

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Frequently asked questions about West Beach

Is West Beach a good place to invest in property?

Based on PropTime's analysis of 15 demand and supply indicators, West Beach scores 74/100 — a Good Signal signal. Key indicators include a 0.7% vacancy rate, 5.6% rental yield, and 12.2% price growth over the past 12 months. Create a free PropTime account to see the complete 15-factor breakdown and cashflow calculator pre-filled with West Beach data.

What is the vacancy rate in West Beach?

The current vacancy rate in West Beach is 0.7%. This is below 1%, indicating very tight rental demand. Properties are being leased quickly and tenants are competing for available rentals.

What is the rental yield in West Beach?

The gross rental yield in West Beach is 5.6%. The Australian national average is approximately 4.5%, so West Beach is above average — a positive sign for cashflow investors. Use PropTime's free cashflow calculator to model the full weekly cashflow for West Beach.

What is the property outlook for West Beach?

PropTime's composite model scores West Beach at 74/100 as of May 2026. Strong price growth of 12.2% over the past 12 months suggests positive momentum. Create a free PropTime account to access the full 15-factor analysis for West Beach.

How does West Beach compare to similar suburbs?

West Beach scores 74/100 on PropTime. Similar suburbs by score include Elizabeth East, Ingle Farm, Largs North, all within the same SA market.

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