Connolly, Perth Perth’s Exclusive Golf Course Estate
High-performing, tightly held suburb 28km from Perth CBD built around the Joondalup Resort & Golf Course. Houses $1,200,000 (20–25.6% growth), 14 days on market, 85.7% owner-occupation and fast road/bus links make Connolly one of Perth’s most defensible northern investments.
Golf course lifestyle | 20%+ capital growth YoY | 85.7% owner-occupied | Sub-15 day market velocity
Why Connolly Outperforms
Connolly’s performance is driven by something you can’t replicate elsewhere in the corridor: a prestige golf resort at the centre, 85.7% owner-occupation, and chronically low stock. That combination keeps prices high and days-on-market low, even at a $1.2M median.
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Houses vs Villas in Connolly
Two segments, but only one has real liquidity
Houses
Prestige family homes on established lots, many benefitting from proximity to Joondalup Resort & Golf Course.
Performance Metrics
- Growth: 20–25.6% annually
- Yield: 3.9–4.41% gross
- Rent: $849–$874/week
- DOM: 14 days
- Sales: 46–51/year
Best For
Owner-occupiers: Affluent families, prestige downsizers
Investors: Capital preservation & long-term equity growth
Villas / Resort Units
*Indicative only — this segment trades 3–4 properties per year, so reported growth is volatile.
Performance Metrics
- Growth: 15.4–32.9% (low volume)
- Yield: case-by-case
- Rent: premium lifestyle tenants
- DOM: variable
- Sales: 3–4/year
Best For
Niche investors: Resort-style or downsizer stock
Downsizers: Low maintenance, still in prestige locale
Market Insight: Connolly’s house market is the reliable indicator — 14 DOM, high incomes, and 85.7% ownership. Use villa data carefully due to 3–4 sales p.a.
Connolly Property Metrics
Current verified statistics you need to know
House Median: $1.2M
Premium, scarcity-driven suburb.
- Annual growth: +20–25.6%
- Quarterly: +6.99%
- Rent growth: +8.0%
- 46–51 sales/year
Villa/Unit: $740k
Resort-linked, very low volume.
- Growth: +15.4–32.9%*
- Only 3–4 sales p.a.
- Treat as specialised stock
- Check complex-level data
Days on Market
Extremely fast across houses.
- Houses: 14 days median
- Buyers must be pre-approved
- Seller’s market conditions
- Stock levels contracting
Rental Yields
Capital-growth suburb.
- Houses: 3.9–4.41%
- Rent rising on limited stock
- High-income tenant base
- Growth > cash flow
Supply Crunch
Structural scarcity.
- 85.7% owner-occupied
- Stock down vs last year
- More buyers than listings
- Capital retreat unlikely
Market Outlook
12–24 months of premium consolidation.
- Growth to moderate to 5–10%
- High incomes support pricing
- No room for major new supply
- Strong capital preservation
Who Lives in Connolly?
Affluent, mature, established owners
85.7% Home Ownership (Very tightly held)
Extremely low turnover driven by life events, not speculation.
- Prestige, stable community
- Low rental mix
- Supports rapid DOM
- Protects values in downturns
$2,304/Week Household Income
~23.5% above Perth average — buyers can support $1.2M homes.
- Professional households
- 20.34% of income to mortgage (2021)
- Low mortgage stress
- Finance-ready buyer pool
Median Age: 47 Years
Established families, prestige downsizers, long-term planners.
- Family-focused lifestyle
- Strong school awareness (Ocean Reef SHS)
- Equity-rich owners
- Low investor churn
2.1 Vehicles Per Dwelling
Car-first suburb; bus-to-rail is secondary.
- Mitchell Freeway minutes away
- 35–40min CBD via Joondalup Station
- Short drive to Lakeside Joondalup
- Suits affluent commuters
Connolly’s Access & Lifestyle
Golf, coast, freeway, and Joondalup regional centre
Bus to Joondalup Station
Frequent routes (462, 463, 464) link Connolly to Joondalup Station on the Yanchep Line.
Transit Benefits
- 35–40 minutes to Perth CBD total
- 15min peak trains
- Park-and-ride nearby
- Car/bus-first, not walk-to-rail
Reality: Connolly buyers pay for lifestyle and prestige, not for walkable rail.
Distance & Access
28km from Perth CBD — ideal for affluent northern commuters.
Travel Options
- Car: ~22min off-peak
- Peak: 35–45 minutes
- Mitchell Freeway direct
- Close to Joondalup CBD
Commuter Choice: Most residents drive or bus to station, then train to CBD.
Shopping & Dining
Immediate access to Lakeside Joondalup and local convenience.
Major Shopping
- Lakeside Joondalup (300+ stores)
- Local IGA / Spudshed / 7-Eleven
- Joondalup Resort dining
- Currambine precinct cafes
Lifestyle: More amenity than nearby Kinross due to immediate Joondalup adjacency.
Recreation & Lifestyle
Golf, parks, and fast coastal access.
Key Features
- Joondalup Resort & Golf Course
- ~45% open space/parks
- Mullaloo Beach ~5min
- Quiet, prestige feel
Coastal Access: Beach lifestyle without Ocean Reef’s higher entry price.
Schools in Connolly
Catchment choices influence micro-pricing
Connolly Primary School
Ocean Reef Senior High School
Belridge Senior High School
School Catchment Reality Check
CRITICAL: In Connolly, Ocean Reef SHS zoning typically commands more buyer attention than Belridge SHS. Confirm exact catchments with the WA Education Department before purchasing.
Connolly vs Nearby Suburbs
How Connolly stacks up against northern alternatives
Connolly: $1.2M
Golf-course prestige, coastal proximity, high ownership
- Joondalup Resort & Golf Course
- 20–25.6% house growth
- 14-day DOM
- No in-suburb train station
- Higher entry than Currambine
Ocean Reef: $1.365M
Premium coastal option
- Direct coastal living
- Marina uplift story
- More expensive than Connolly
- Not golf-estate planned
Currambine: $917k
More affordable, higher unit liquidity
- Lower entry price
- Strong unit market
- No golf-course prestige
- Different buyer profile
Heathridge: ~$900k
Functional, freeway-friendly alternative
- Excellent connectivity
- Lower price point
- Less prestige
- No resort identity
The Verdict: Choose Connolly if you value golf-course amenity, coastal proximity, and scarcity-backed growth. Choose Currambine/Heathridge if entry price is the driver. Choose Ocean Reef if direct coastal is non-negotiable.
Can You Afford Connolly?
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Who Should Buy in Connolly?
Different strategies for different buyers
Capital Growth Investors
Connolly is a scarcity market: 85.7% owner-occupied, 14 DOM, 20–25.6% growth. It’s built for long-term equity, not high cash flow.
Affluent Commuters
22min off-peak freeway run + Joondalup Station bus link + golf/coast lifestyle = superior work–life balance.
Downsizers
Prestige, quiet streets, established amenity, close to Joondalup health and shopping, golf course at the centre.
Family Buyers
Secure, established suburb with access to Ocean Reef SHS catchment pockets, major shopping, and beaches close by.
Connolly Buyer FAQs
Questions every Connolly buyer asks
Should I buy a house or villa in Connolly?
Houses are the core play. Houses recorded 20–25.6% growth, sell in 14 days, and have 46–51 sales p.a. Villas/units only sell 3–4 a year, so the data looks strong but is statistically thin. If you want predictable long-term capital growth, prioritise houses.
Is Connolly too far north to justify $1.2M?
No. Connolly’s value comes from the Joondalup Resort & Golf Course, coastal proximity, extremely high ownership (85.7%), and fast road access. Buyers here are car-first, high-income, and will pay a premium for that combination.
How competitive is the Connolly market right now?
Very. 14-day median time on market means properties don’t sit. You need pre-approval ready, and you may face multiple offers on well-presented homes near the resort or in Ocean Reef SHS pockets.
Is the recent 20–25.6% growth sustainable?
The explosive phase is unlikely to continue at 25%+ every year, but because the suburb is supply-constrained and affluent, a 5–10% p.a. glide path over the next 12–24 months is a reasonable expectation.
How does Connolly compare to Currambine for investment?
Connolly is the capital preservation / prestige play with a higher buy-in. Currambine is the affordability + unit-liquidity play. If you want to be in a golf-course, scarce, older-but-affluent suburb — choose Connolly.
What deposit do I need for Connolly?
At $1.2M, 20% ($240,000) is the benchmark to avoid LMI. Strong-income buyers may do 10% with LMI, but given the price point most purchasers come in with 20%+ saved.
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Helpful Tools & Guides
Everything you need for a successful Connolly purchase
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