Question 1

Is Denmark a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Denmark sits where a tidal river meets sheltered bays and rugged coastline, framed by karri and tingle forests. It has a relaxed, small-town feel with a compact centre of cafes, galleries and independent shops, and a surrounding countryside of artisans, boutique food producers and cellar doors. Housing ranges from weatherboard beach cottages and timber homes to rural lifestyle blocks, and nearby national parks, swimming spots such as Greens Pool and an extensive network of walking trails make it an outdoor recreation hub.

The town is home to 2,691 people with a median age of 49 and a median total household income of $975 a week. Most dwellings are owner-occupied (70%) with 30% rented, and couple families (with and without children) make up about four in five families. Denmark is also the focus of a major coastal upgrade around Ocean Beach and Prawn Rock Channel, and the council has supported local projects such as an EV fast charger, shared pedestrian and cycle paths and road works. Whether Denmark suits you will depend on whether you’re after a small coastal town with outdoor recreation and a settled, owner-occupied community.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Denmark?

Accepted Answer

In Denmark, WA, a house renting for $700 a week would take about 72% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census. On the figures, that is a large share of income, and if you're renting rather than buying that rent share is the figure that matters.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Denmark a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House rents in Denmark jumped 40.0% over the last 12 months, a strong rise. House values also climbed 25.8% over the same period, a large gain, so on the house side both capital growth and rental income increased this year, with rent growth outpacing price growth. If rental income is your priority, that 40.0% rise is the figure that matters; if capital growth is your focus, the 25.8% change is the relevant number. Whether that makes Denmark the right choice for you depends on your goals and circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	25.8%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	9	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	12	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$700	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	40.0%	N/A

Get a property report and suburb profile for any property in Denmark

Denmark suburb profile

Denmark property market performance

5 year median price trend for houses and units

Denmark demographics

Suburbs near Denmark

How does Denmark compare to nearby suburbs?

Choose the right real estate agents in Denmark

Get a head start and compare top local agents in Denmark

Not quite ready to sell?

Suburb and property report

Digital estimate for your property

Navigate the market