FairSquare/Western Australia/Rockingham
Suburb Dossier · WA · 6168

Rockingham

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FairSquare's model rates Rockingham, Western Australia 6.7 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of May 2026.

Rockingham presents a compelling investment case, having delivered 20% capital growth over the past 12 months, underpinned by an extremely low 0.7% vacancy rate. This outer metropolitan hub, 43km from the CBD, boasts high demand and low supply, driving strong rental market fundamentals and a 4.4% gross yield, indicating potential for continued appreciation. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +20.0% puts it ahead of the broader Western Australia median. Constrained supply means downward price pressure is structurally limited.

Model Verdict
Hidden Gem
6.7OUT OF 10
Median
$681K
house
Gross Yield
4.4%
derived
Weekly Rent
$582
3-bed median
12m Growth
+20.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Rockingham

The median price is derived, not estimated. Every number on this page traces back to the model's proprietary yield surface — calibrated for each part of the country and resolved against distance from CBD. The price falls out of the formula.

Confidencehigh

Inputs for this suburb sit at the top of our calibration tier. The model is not guessing.

Distance
to CBD
43km
Yield
derived from model
4.4%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$582
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$681K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Yield PlayGrowth PlayEntry LevelSMSF
Model Tags
Momentum BuildingSupply Constrained
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Low
Rent Trajectory
Outpacing price
Cycle Position
Hot ·
Days On Market
Cool
Clearance Rate
Active ·
Buyer Demand
Hot
Vacancy Rate
Cool ·
Rent Growth 12m
Active
Price Volatility
Hot ·
5-Year Forecast
Cool
Risk Flags
Active ·

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What's inside
01Cover page with verdict & score
02In-30-seconds snapshot
03Score breakdown across 5 dimensions
04Big picture & liveability analysis
05Market cycle + 10-year forecast
06Rental story + yield scenarios
07Supply & demand pressure gauge
08Opportunity & risk register
093-play investor playbook
1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
112026 Budget impact analysis
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FAQ
01

Is Rockingham a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Rockingham, Western Australia 6.7 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of May 2026. Rockingham presents a compelling investment case, having delivered 20% capital growth over the past 12 months, underpinned by an extremely low 0.7% vacancy rate. This outer metropolitan hub, 43km from the CBD, boasts high demand and low supply, driving strong rental market fundamentals and a 4.4% gross yield, indicating potential for continued appreciation.

02

What is the median house price in Rockingham?

The median house price in Rockingham, WA is $681K. Weekly rent of $582 against a 4.4% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Rockingham?

Rockingham has a gross rental yield of 4.4%, with a median weekly rent of $582. 12-month price growth is tracking at +20.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does Rockingham suit?

Based on its market signals, Rockingham aligns with: Yield Play, Growth Play, Entry Level, SMSF.

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