Golden Bay WA Property Market
Postcode 6174
Data updated: April 2026 · Sources: ABS Census, CoreLogic, Domain
About the Golden Bay Property Market
Golden Bay is a coastal suburb located approximately 55 kilometres south of Perth's CBD along the stunning Coral Coast. This beachside community sits between Singleton and Secret Harbour, offering residents direct access to pristine beaches and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. The suburb represents one of the newer residential developments in the region, characterised by modern housing estates and planned community infrastructure.
Property Market
The property market in Golden Bay predominantly features contemporary family homes, ranging from three to five-bedroom houses designed for modern living. Price levels typically sit above the metropolitan median, reflecting the premium nature of beachside living and the suburb's newer housing stock. The market attracts buyers seeking quality construction and coastal proximity, with limited established housing adding to demand pressures.
Lifestyle and Amenity
Residents enjoy immediate beach access with safe swimming conditions and excellent recreational fishing opportunities along the coastline. The suburb benefits from modern infrastructure including parks, walking trails, and proximity to Secret Harbour's shopping and dining precinct. Transport connections to Perth are primarily via car, with the journey taking approximately 45 minutes during peak periods, making it suitable for those seeking a sea change while maintaining city employment.
Who Buys Here
Golden Bay attracts families seeking a coastal lifestyle, downsizers looking for modern low-maintenance properties, and sea changers relocating from Perth's inner suburbs. The demographic typically includes professionals willing to commute for the lifestyle benefits of beachside living. Young families are drawn to the safe, planned community environment and quality housing options.
Investment Outlook
Rental demand stems from the limited supply of quality coastal accommodation and the suburb's appeal to tenants seeking beachside living. Growth potential remains tied to Perth's southern corridor development and the ongoing appeal of coastal properties in Western Australia's property market.
Data last updated: 4 Apr 2026
Median price data for Golden Bay is not yet in our database. Price data is expanding across all Australian suburbs.
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Understanding the Numbers
Median house price represents the middle sale in a period — not the average. Rental yield is annual rent divided by property value. Vacancy rate below 3% indicates strong tenant demand. Annual growth shows 12-month price change — not a guarantee of future performance.
What to Research Before Buying
Check council zoning and DA restrictions, flood and bushfire overlays on state planning portals, infrastructure pipeline (rail, roads, schools), employer concentration (single-industry suburbs carry higher risk), and auction clearance rates (above 70% signals a seller's market).
Due Diligence Checklist
- ☐ Building and pest inspection
- ☐ Strata report (if applicable)
- ☐ Contract review by conveyancer
- ☐ Comparable sales in last 90 days
- ☐ Rental vacancy rate
- ☐ Council rates and water rates
- ☐ Body corporate fees (if applicable)
Data sources: ABS Census 2021, CoreLogic property transaction data, Domain listing data, and RBA statistical tables. Updated as new data becomes available.