Question 1

Is Dongara a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Dongara is a coastal town on the Mid West coast, centred on the mouth of the Irwin River and paired with the small port community of Port Denison. It has a maritime character — a working harbour, estuary and sandy beaches that draw boating, fishing and coastal walks — and a compact main street with everyday shops, cafes and services. Housing mixes limestone and weatherboard cottages, modern single-storey homes and waterfront blocks, and residents range from long-term locals to sea-change families and retirees seeking a quieter pace. Surrounding farmland and regional roads keep the town connected to larger centres.

The community numbers 1,393 people, with a median age of 51 and a median household income of $1,092 a week (about $56,800 a year). Couple families together account for 87.1% of families, and homes are mostly owner-occupied (75.4% combined ownership, 24.6% rented). The Shire has been investing in the foreshore, river trails and town upgrades and has delivered a redeveloped health centre, independent living units and school energy-efficiency works, so everyday amenity and coastal recreation are well supported; whether Dongara suits you comes down to what you’re after in a town.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Dongara?

Accepted Answer

Renting a house in Dongara runs to about $620 a week. Against a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census of $1,092, that rent would take about 56.8% of income, which is a large share of a household's weekly earnings at the time of the Census.

For people renting rather than buying, that rent share is the most relevant measure; whether it feels expensive depends on your own income and circumstances.

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 Dongara a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

Houses in Dongara recorded strong movement over the past year: median house values rose 22.8% while the rents those houses earn increased 24.5%. The value change shows capital growth over the year, and the rent change shows how rental income moved; in this case rental income edged ahead of capital growth, rising slightly more than prices. Whether that balance fits your investment goals and personal circumstances is for you to decide.

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	22.8%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	1	1
Median days on market Past 12 months	34	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$620	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	24.5%	N/A

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