Hillarys, Perth Established Coastal Affluence
Premium northern coastal suburb ~21km from Perth CBD anchored by Hillarys Boat Harbour. Houses $1.44m with 13-day market velocity, 85% owner-occupied stability, high-income households ($2,465/wk), and irreplaceable marina and beach amenity. Bus-to-rail via Whitfords/Warwick stations delivers 47–52 min CBD access while protecting a quiet residential profile.
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Why Hillarys Outperforms
Hillarys is a blue-chip, tightly held coastal market powered by non-replicable amenity (Hillarys Boat Harbour), 85% owner-occupier security, and high household incomes. This creates a scarcity premium where houses still trade in 13 days despite a $1.44m median.
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Houses vs Units in Hillarys
Two segments: land-backed capital growth vs harbour-side yield
Houses
Blue-chip coastal family homes and lifestyle properties near Hillarys Boat Harbour. Fastest-selling segment.
Performance Metrics
- Growth: 6.8–16.7% annually
- Yield: 3.55–3.7% gross
- Rent: $895/week
- DOM: 13 days
- Sales: ~179/year
Best For
Owner-occupiers: Families, long-term coastal hold, school access
Investors: Capital preservation, blue-chip land value
Units / Villas
Harbour-proximate, low-maintenance stock with superior cash flow. Tight, low-volume market.
Performance Metrics
- Growth: 0.66–2.0% (lagging but rising)
- Yield: 4.63–5.0% gross
- Rent: $750/week
- DOM: 10 days
- Sales: ~14/year
Best For
Investors: Strong rental inflation + yield
Downsizers: Harbour lifestyle, low upkeep
Entry buyers: Secure 6025 postcode under $800k
Market Insight: Hillarys runs on structural scarcity: 85%+ owner-occupied, only ~34 listings at any time, houses gone in 13 days, units in 10 days. Buyers must be finance-ready to compete.
Hillarys Property Metrics
Current verified statistics you need to know
House Median: $1.44m
Range: $1.40m–$1.471m depending on source. 4-bed stock even higher.
- Annual growth: +6.8% to +16.7%
- Quarterly: +1.01%
- Rent: $895/week
- 179 sales/year
Unit Median: $765k
Low-volume but high-yield investor segment.
- Yield: 4.63–5.0%
- Rent growth: +10.3%
- DOM: 10 days
- Only 14 sales/year
Days on Market
Properties moving at extreme speed.
- Houses: 13 days median
- Units: 10 days median
- Vendor discount: -4.1% (buyers paying over)
- Stock ~34 listings only
Rental Yields
Growth suburb with viable cash flow on units.
- Houses: 3.55–3.7%
- Units: 4.63–5.0%
- Unit rent +10.3% yoy
- Downsizers will lift values
Supply Crunch
Scarcity drives price.
- Very low unit turnover
- High-income buyer pool
- Stock up slightly but still tight
- 85%+ owner-occupied
Market Outlook
12–24 month view.
- Houses: 8–12% expected
- Units: poised for catch-up
- Harbour amenity = permanent premium
- WA inflows support pricing
Who Lives in Hillarys?
Established, affluent, coastal owner-occupiers
85% Owner-Occupied (Rising)
Owner-occupier rate increasing from 82.6% to 85.2% — rare in coastal markets and confirms long-term commitment.
- Ultra-stable community
- Low rental churn
- Premium street presentation
- Supply-constrained by design
$2,465/Week Household Income
About 32% above Greater Perth. Affluent professionals and business owners underpin purchase power.
- High serviceability
- Low mortgage stress
- Can pay above asking
- Supports premium local retail
Median Age: 44 Years
Mature families and wealthier downsizers dominate, with an upcoming wave of internal downsizing likely to support unit prices.
- Family-focused coastal lifestyle
- Long tenure holds
- Strong school demand
- Internal upgrader-to-downsizer cycle
2.2 Vehicles Per Dwelling
High car ownership reflects reliance on quality road access (Marmion Ave, Mitchell Fwy) over rail adjacency.
- Multi-car professional households
- Bus-to-rail for CBD only
- Road network enables school/lifestyle trips
- Perfect for lifestyle commuters
Hillarys’ Coastal + Commuter Advantage
Coastal amenity first, efficient bus-to-rail second
Bus-Linked Northern Line
Reliable feeder routes to Whitfords and Warwick stations.
Transit Benefits
- 47–52 mins to Perth CBD
- Trains every ~15 min
- Local buses 441, 442, 443
- No rail noise inside suburb
Commute Profile: High-income professionals accept bus-to-rail for coastal lifestyle and harbour proximity.
Distance & Access
~21km from Perth CBD with superb arterial road network.
Travel Options
- Direct to Marmion Ave/Mitchell Fwy
- 30–35 mins typical drive
- Multiple east-west links (Whitfords, Hepburn)
- Ideal for 2+ car households
Commuter Choice: Most residents drive for work and lifestyle, using rail only when needed.
Sorrento Quay & Local Centres
Tourist-grade waterfront + daily convenience.
Major Shopping
- Hillarys Boat Harbour dining & bars
- Hillarys by Hawaiian (Coles, medical)
- Whitfords City nearby
- Family recreation on doorstep
Lifestyle: Resort-style leisure that permanently underwrites Hillarys’ premium house values.
Recreation & Coastal Lifestyle
Marine, family and sunset lifestyle few suburbs can match.
Key Features
- AQWA on site
- Safe harbour swimming
- 24 parks, 19.3% green coverage
- West-facing sunsets over Indian Ocean
Coastal Access: Non-replicable harbour amenity = lasting value buffer.
Schools in Hillarys
Education options that reinforce family demand
Hillarys Primary School
St Mark’s Anglican Community School
Duncraig Senior High School
School Catchment Reality Check
CRITICAL: Micro-zoning around Hillarys and south toward Duncraig SHS creates noticeable price differences. Buyers must confirm intake boundaries with the WA Department of Education before purchase, especially when targeting Duncraig SHS or proximity to St Mark’s.
Hillarys vs Nearby Suburbs
How Hillarys stacks up against northern coastal alternatives
Hillarys: $1.44m
Harbour + coastal lifestyle + 85% OO
- Sorrento Quay on doorstep
- 13-day DOM
- Strong private schooling
- No in-suburb train station
- High entry price
Sorrento: $1.65m
Even closer to CBD & strong prestige
- High historic prestige
- Recent unit surge
- More expensive entry
- Slower house growth
Kallaroo: $1.12m
More affordable 6025 alternative
- Lower buy-in
- Shares coastal corridor
- No harbour amenity
- Recent volatility
Padbury: $1.01m
Inland value / strong recent growth
- Better yields
- Lower barrier to entry
- Lacks coastal prestige
- No harbour
The Verdict: Choose Hillarys if you want harbour amenity + blue-chip stability + fast sales. Choose Sorrento for higher prestige (and cost). Choose Kallaroo/Padbury for price relief while staying in the northern coastal belt.
Can You Afford Hillarys?
Calculate repayments for houses ($1.44m) or units ($765k)
Who Should Buy in Hillarys?
Different strategies for different buyers
Blue-Chip Capital Holders
Houses at $1.44m with 13-day DOM and up to 16.7% growth provide secure, inflation-resistant wealth storage in a coastal postcode.
Lifestyle Commuters
Harbour, AQWA, sheltered swimming and sunset dining offset the 47–52 min CBD trip. Perfect for professionals who value weekend lifestyle.
Affluent Downsizers
High-yield units ($750/wk, 4.6–5.0% yield) close to the harbour let downsizers stay in 6025 without the maintenance burden.
Family Upsizers
Target 4-bed homes near Duncraig SHS or St Mark’s. Rapid sales mean you must have pre-approval and be willing to pay near or above list.
Hillarys Buyer FAQs
Questions every Hillarys buyer asks
Should I buy a house or unit in Hillarys?
Houses = headline capital growth. $1.44m median, 13-day DOM, up to 16.7% annual growth, 85% owner-occupied. Units = cash-flow play. $765k median, 4.63–5.0% yield, 10.3% rent growth, but only ~14 sales/yr. Pick houses for long-term premium wealth; pick units if you want to hold 6025 without $1.4m+ outlay.
Why are houses moving so fast at this price point?
Because there’s structural undersupply (only ~34 listings at a time), 85%+ of the suburb is owner-occupied, and demand is backed by households earning $2,465/week. That’s why vendor discount is negative (-4.1%) and DOM is 13 days — buyers outnumber listings.
Is the commute a problem with no train station?
Not for the Hillarys demographic. Households own 2.2 cars and use bus-to-rail via Whitfords or Warwick for a 47–52 min CBD trip. Most residents prioritise coastal/harbour lifestyle and schools over instant rail access.
Why is unit growth lower than house growth here?
Because the unit market is tiny (14 sales/year) and price data jumps around. But rents are up 10.3% and yields are 4.6–5.0%, so investor attention and downsizer demand will likely lift unit values over the next 12–24 months.
What deposit do I need for Hillarys?
Houses ($1.44m): 20% = $288,000 to avoid LMI. 10% = $144,000 but expect LMI and you must show strong income. Units ($765k): 20% = $153,000. Add WA stamp duty (~$64,888 on $1.44m) plus legals and inspections.
Are there noise/traffic issues near the Harbour?
Peak summer and event periods see more activity around Sorrento Quay/Hillarys Boat Harbour. Most internal residential streets remain quiet due to high OO rate. Buyers wanting absolute peace should target pockets away from the tourist core.
How does Hillarys compare with Sorrento or Kallaroo for investment?
Hillarys currently offers a stronger blend of growth + lifestyle than Sorrento (which is pricier and slower recently), and it offers more irreplaceable amenity than Kallaroo. That’s why buyers will pay $1.44m here and do it quickly.
Will growth moderate from here?
Yes, the 16.7% spikes will likely settle into 8–12% p.a. for houses, but because you have coastal scarcity + harbour amenity + high incomes, a major correction is unlikely unless listings jump materially.
Can I negatively gear a Hillarys purchase?
Houses at $1.44m and yields ~3.6% will likely start negatively geared, but you’re buying for capital growth and prestige. Units at $765k with 4.6–5.0% yields and rent rising fast give you a better chance of approaching neutral sooner.
How competitive is it right now?
Extremely. 13-day DOM, negative vendor discount, low listings. You must be pre-approved and ready to offer strongly on day 1.
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Helpful Tools & Guides
Everything you need for a successful Hillarys purchase
Repayment Calculator
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