Kensington Median Property Value & Market Data (SA)

Kensington, South Australia· UNKNOWN
Kensington has a median property value in line with South Australia averagesUpdated 24 May 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Kensington has a median property value in line with South Australia averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$550k–$800k
Suburb
Kensington, SA
Key Price Driver
Local amenity and market demand
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values — get a report
Postcode
5068
Highest high-risk exposure
14.9% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Kensington in South Australia sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across South Australia. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Kensington are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales — half sold for more, half for less — and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across South Australia.

For buyers considering Kensington, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Kensington, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Kensington (postcode 5068) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (14.9% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (9.5% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Kensington — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve building energy efficiency

Near-term

Retrofit homes and businesses with insulation, efficient windows, and solar panels to reduce energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater drainage systems to better manage increased rainfall and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: High

Increase urban green space

Near-term

Plant more trees and create green spaces to reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shade and cooling.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop community emergency plans

Immediate

Create community-based emergency plans to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events such as heatwaves and floods.

Est. cost: Low

Promote water conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation through education and incentives to reduce demand on water resources during droughts.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Randwick City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Kensington?

The median property value for Kensington in South Australia provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in South Australia vary significantly by location, property type, and condition — the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Kensington compare to South Australia averages?

Kensington sits within the South Australia property market. Statewide median prices in South Australia range from $550k to $800k depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data — ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Kensington.

What factors affect property values in Kensington?

Property values in Kensington are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Kensington?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Kensington. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Kensington is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14.9% of Kensington in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 58.7% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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