Beverley
With a median house price of $250,000 and household income sitting at the 10th percentile nationally, Beverley, WA is one of the more affordable rural towns in Western Australia. The population of 1,109 spreads across 384 square kilometres, producing a density of just 2.9 people per km2. At a median age of 57, residents are 17 years older than the national median, and 59% own their homes outright, a rate far above the national average. The vacancy rate of 23.7% is notably elevated, signalling limited rental demand in a town where most households are long-established owner-occupiers.
Population
1,109
Median Age
57.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$935/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Median House
$250K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The $250,000 median house price places Beverley well below the WA state median, making it one of the more accessible entry points in the Avon Valley region. With 96.5% of dwellings being separate houses and just 2.4% semi-detached, buyers are buying into an almost exclusively detached market. The dominant bedroom configuration is 3-bedroom at 53.2%, followed by 4-plus at 21%, meaning family-sized homes are the norm. Monthly mortgage repayments average $975, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.1%, below the conventional stress threshold of 30%. For buyers who can manage the regional lifestyle, affordability improved from 45.8% in 2011 to 39.0% in 2021, indicating purchasing has become more accessible relative to incomes over the decade.
For Buyers
The $250,000 median house price places Beverley well below the WA state median, making it one of the more accessible entry points in the Avon Valley region. With 96.5% of dwellings being separate houses and just 2.4% semi-detached, buyers are buying into an almost exclusively detached market. The dominant bedroom configuration is 3-bedroom at 53.2%, followed by 4-plus at 21%, meaning family-sized homes are the norm. Monthly mortgage repayments average $975, producing a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.1%, below the conventional stress threshold of 30%. For buyers who can manage the regional lifestyle, affordability improved from 45.8% in 2011 to 39.0% in 2021, indicating purchasing has become more accessible relative to incomes over the decade.
For Investors
The investment case for Beverley is constrained by fundamental demand factors. The rental market is thin, with only 14.6% of dwellings rented and a vacancy rate of 23.7%, which is high compared to most regional markets. Weekly rent sits at $200, and while rent-to-income is 21.4%, the shallow tenant pool means consistent occupancy cannot be assumed. Rent growth of 32% over the measured period indicates some upward pressure, and real income growth of 26.1% shows improving local purchasing capacity. Net overseas migration averages 128 arrivals annually, which is the primary population driver, but internal migration runs at negative 7 per year. Development activity recorded zero applications in the last 12 months, so supply pressure is absent.
Schools in Beverley iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Beverley District High School
K-11 · 185 students
Demographics
The median age of 57 sits 17 years above the national median, one of the most pronounced age gaps you will find in regional WA. The overseas-born share is 20.8%, roughly in line with the national figure. Ancestry is strongly Anglo-Celtic, led by English (489 residents), Scottish (109), Irish (100) and a group recorded as ancestry not stated (108). University qualifications reach 16.7%, which is 13.4 percentage points below the national average, consistent with the town's agricultural and trades-oriented workforce. Average household size is 2.1, slightly below the national figure. The volunteering rate of 26.3% is notably high, reflecting the community participation patterns typical of rural WA towns.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
96.5%
Houses
2.4%
Townhouse
N/A
Apartment
Tenure
Beverley's housing market is dominated by long-term, debt-free ownership. A striking 59.2% of dwellings are owned outright, compared to roughly 31% nationally, while only 26.3% carry a mortgage and 14.6% rent. This ownership profile reflects the town's aging, established population. Three-bedroom homes account for 53.2% of the stock and 4-plus bedroom dwellings make up 21%, with 2-bedroom at 20.1%. Separate houses represent 96.5% of all dwellings, leaving almost no apartment or medium-density stock. Rent-to-income at 21.4% and mortgage-to-income at 24.1% are both below the 30% stress threshold, meaning housing costs are manageable relative to local incomes despite household income sitting at the 10th percentile nationally.
Mortgage / mo
$975
Rent / wk
$200
HH Size
2.1
Personal Income / wk
$520
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
23.7%
Unoccupied
141
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.1%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
42.0%
Couples, no children
724
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads local employment at 18.4% (38 workers), followed closely by Agriculture at 17.5% (36 workers), which reflects Beverley's position as a service hub for the surrounding grain-belt farming district. Education accounts for 9.2% and Construction 8.3%. By occupation, Managers top the list with 77 workers, followed by Machinery and Drivers (50) and Labourers (45), a pattern consistent with a farm-servicing economy. The unemployment rate is 10%, above what might be expected, but the participation rate of just 39% signals that the bulk of non-employment reflects the retired and semi-retired population rather than active jobseeking. SEIFA places Beverley at decile 3 on both IRSD and IRSAD, indicating below-average advantage compared to national benchmarks.
Unemployment
2.9%
Labour Force
6,073
Unemployed
178
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.8%
Part-time
30.2%
Participation
39.0%
Employed
341
Occupations
Top Industries
University
16.7%
Postgraduate
1.8%
Born Overseas
20.8%
Dwellings
456
Transport to Work
Beverley's lifestyle is shaped by its rural scale and car dependency. Some 84% of residents commute by car, well above the national average, and only 2.7% use public transport, reflecting the limited regional services typical of towns more than 100 kilometres from Perth. Walking and cycling account for 7.8% of journeys, which is reasonable for a small low-traffic town. No schools are recorded in the suburb dataset, so families would need to factor in schooling arrangements. The need-for-assistance rate is 8.9% (88 residents), above the national figure, tied directly to the aging population profile. Rent-to-income at 21.4% keeps housing accessible for renters. SEIFA's IER score of decile 4 for economic resources is slightly higher than the IRSD decile 3, suggesting rural land and asset ownership partially offsets low cash income.
Drive
84.0%
Public Transport
2.7%
Walk / Cycle
7.8%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.56%/yr
(+154 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation growth runs at 1.56% annually, adding roughly 154 people per year, which is above what many comparable remote WA towns achieve. The 10-year population change of 23.3% reflects genuine expansion, with historical data showing growth from 9,475 in 2023 to 9,852 in 2025. Overseas migration is the primary driver at 128 net arrivals per year, while internal migration is marginally negative at minus 7. Medium-scenario forecasts project the population reaching approximately 10,582 by 2031. Affordability improved from 45.8% in 2011 to 39.0% in 2021, a trend that places Beverley in a better position than its income decile 3 ranking might suggest, and the gentrification score of 65 classifies it as an active stage.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+128
Net Internal / yr
-7
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +32% since 2011, Accelerating: 6% → 24%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Beverley compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beverley a good suburb to live in?
Beverley suits residents who value affordable housing, rural space and community participation. Household income sits at the 10th percentile nationally, but housing costs are manageable with a mortgage-to-income ratio of 24.1% and a $250,000 median house price. The town has a 26.3% volunteering rate and a stable owner-occupier base where 59.2% own their home outright.
What is the median house price in Beverley?
The median house price in Beverley is $250,000, estimated from 2025 rental data. Weekly rent averages $200 and monthly mortgage repayments average $975. This positions Beverley significantly below the WA state median, making it one of the more affordable entry points in the Avon Valley region.
What schools are in Beverley?
No schools are recorded in the suburb dataset for Beverley. Families considering the area should research schooling options in nearby towns. The local university qualification rate is 16.7%, which is 13.4 percentage points below the national average, reflecting the trades and agriculture focus of the local workforce.
Is Beverley safe?
Crime statistics are not available in this dataset for Beverley. As an indirect indicator, SEIFA places the town at decile 3 on IRSD, below national average on the disadvantage index, which is a context factor to consider. The need-for-assistance rate is 8.9%, affecting 88 residents, which is higher than average and relates primarily to the aging population with a median age of 57.
Is Beverley good for property investment?
The investment outlook is mixed. The vacancy rate of 23.7% is high compared to most regional markets and only 14.6% of dwellings are rented, limiting the tenant pool. Rent grew 32% over the measured period and real incomes grew 26.1%, indicating some upward momentum. Annual population growth of 1.56% and a 10-year increase of 23.3% provide demand support, but zero development applications in 12 months reflects low investor activity overall.
How is Beverley's population changing?
Beverley's population has grown 23.3% over 10 years and is currently expanding at 1.56% annually, adding around 154 people per year. Historical data shows growth from 9,475 residents in 2023 to 9,852 in 2025. Overseas migration is the primary driver at 128 net arrivals per year, while internal migration is slightly negative at minus 7 per year.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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