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Greenfields is an established residential suburb of Mandurah, close to the city centre and coastal waterways. Streets mix older single-storey brick homes on established blocks with pockets of newer infill and small-lot housing, a mix that appeals to families, first-home buyers and retirees. Residents use local shops, primary schools, parks and sporting ovals, while broader retail and dining options are nearby in Mandurah centre. The suburb is well connected by major roads and the Mandurah train line, making it practical for commuters and those who enjoy beaches, boating and outdoor recreation.

Home to 9,869 people with a median age of 47 and a high rate of owner-occupation at 73.3%, Greenfields reads as a settled community. Major health precinct works are under way nearby, including a new public hospital site and a purpose-built community mental health facility in Greenfields, and trunk wastewater infrastructure is being constructed through the suburb. Whether Greenfields suits you comes down to what you want from location, housing type and access to services.

A house rented for $580 a week in Greenfields would use about 57.8% of a typical local household's weekly income as recorded at the most recent Census, which is a large share of that income. Buying looks considerably more stretched: the median house price of $737,500 is about 14.1 times a typical local household's annual income at the last Census (weekly income $1,004 × 52 = $52,208). On these figures, buying sits well above what households earned at the last Census; whether that feels expensive will depend on your own circumstances.

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

Over the past 12 months unit values in Greenfields climbed 15.3% and house values rose 12.6%, both strong increases. House rents increased 3.6% over the same period, a modest rise, so for houses the value gain outpaced rental growth this year.

Units showed the larger value lift, at 15.3%, so the figures most relevant to you depend on whether you are focused on capital growth or rental income. Whether that balance suits your goals and circumstances is for you to weigh up.

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.