๐Ÿ“ฎ Shoalwater postcode: 6169

Shoalwater Median Property Value & Market Data (WA)

Shoalwater, Western Australiaยท City of Rockinghamยท 6169
Shoalwater has a median property value in line with Western Australia averagesUpdated 19 Mar 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Shoalwater has a median property value in line with Western Australia averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$500kโ€“$750k
Suburb
Shoalwater, WA
Key Price Driver
Housing stock age and land size
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
6169
Highest high-risk exposure
8.6% of land (tropical cyclone)

Median Property Value Analysis

Shoalwater in Western 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 Western Australia. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Shoalwater 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 โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” 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 Western Australia.

For buyers considering Shoalwater, 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 Shoalwater, 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.

Shoalwater (postcode 6169) 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 tropical cyclone (8.6% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.1% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (7.5% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Shoalwater โ€” 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

Coastal Protection Measures

Near-term

Implement coastal protection measures such as seawalls, dune restoration, and beach nourishment to reduce erosion and inundation risks.

Est. cost: High

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Immediate

Reduce bushfire risk by maintaining firebreaks, clearing vegetation around properties, and implementing community fire safety programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Near-term

Develop and implement heatwave preparedness plans, including public awareness campaigns, cooling centers, and support for vulnerable populations.

Est. cost: Low

Flood Management

Long-term

Improve drainage infrastructure, implement flood warning systems, and develop evacuation plans for low-lying areas.

Est. cost: High

Sustainable Urban Planning

Long-term

Incorporate climate change considerations into urban planning and development decisions, including building codes, land use zoning, and infrastructure design.

Est. cost: Medium

Council & Emergency Services

City of Rockingham
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 19 March 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Shoalwater?

The median property value for Shoalwater in Western 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 Western Australia vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Shoalwater compare to Western Australia averages?

Shoalwater sits within the Western Australia property market. Statewide median prices in Western Australia range from $500k to $750k depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Shoalwater.

What factors affect property values in Shoalwater?

Property values in Shoalwater 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 Shoalwater?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Shoalwater. 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 Shoalwater is exposed to high tropical cyclone risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 8.6% of Shoalwater in high-risk zones for tropical cyclone, with a further 68.3% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” 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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