Halls Head suburb profile
Halls Head is a picturesque coastal suburb located in the city of Mandurah, Western Australia, known for its stunning beaches and relaxed lifestyle. Situated just south of Mandurah's city center, it offers residents a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. The suburb is popular with families and retirees, thanks to its scenic ocean views, parks, and recreational facilities. Halls Head features a mix of contemporary homes and established properties, with easy access to shopping centers, schools, and public transport. Its coastal charm and community-focused atmosphere make it a desirable location for those seeking a serene yet connected lifestyle.
Halls Head property market performance
Current median dwelling price$817,000Past 3 months
Property growth+19.9%Past 12 months
Halls Head’s property market has experienced significant growth over the past 12 months, with house values increasing by 15.3%. The current median house price stands at $1.2 million. Although the median unit price is not available, unit values have surged by 18.6%, indicating strong demand in this segment.
Sales activity has been robust, with 73 houses and 5 units sold over the past year. Houses are selling quickly, with a median of just 14 days on the market, while units take slightly longer at 21 days, reflecting a competitive market environment.
The rental market in Halls Head has also seen upward trends, with house rents increasing by 3.2% and unit rents by 5.2% over the last 12 months. The average rent for houses is $650, while units average $610, suggesting a healthy rental demand in the area.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $1M | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 15.6% | 24.2% |
Sold Past 3 months | 82 | 6 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 14 | 18 |
Average rent Past 12 months | $650 | $610 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 3.2% | 5.2% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Halls Head demographics
Halls Head, located in the coastal city of Mandurah, Western Australia, is a picturesque suburb known for its stunning beaches and relaxed lifestyle. With a population of 14,474, it offers a serene environment that attracts families and retirees alike. The median age of 45 reflects a mature community, with many residents enjoying the suburb's natural beauty and recreational opportunities, such as fishing, boating, and beachside activities.
The suburb's housing market is characterized by a high rate of home ownership, with 37.5% of properties owned outright and 41.9% owned with a mortgage. This indicates a stable community with long-term residents who value the security and investment potential of property ownership. Only 20.6% of properties are rented, suggesting a preference for home ownership among the residents.
Family life is a significant aspect of Halls Head, with 39.4% of households being couple families with children and 44.5% being couple families without children. The presence of one-parent families, making up 15.5% of the community, adds to the suburb's diverse family structure. The median total household income of $1,686 per week supports a comfortable lifestyle, allowing residents to enjoy the amenities and natural attractions that Halls Head has to offer.
Halls Head infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Halls Head continues to benefit from its position within Mandurah’s growing urban area, with the nearby central business district expanding its infrastructure, offices and café offerings, which enhances local amenity and supports buyer demand across the suburb.[2] Within Halls Head itself, the established district centre, including a large shopping centre, medical services and community facilities such as a sports stadium and recreation centre, underpins strong local convenience and reinforces the suburb’s appeal to families and retirees.[5] Ongoing infill and canal-side residential development, building on estates first developed in the 1980s, is gradually increasing housing choice while maintaining the suburb’s premium coastal and estuary-front character, which is likely to support values in the more tightly held pockets.[4][5]
Education and community infrastructure are well catered for, with multiple primary schools and a high school in the suburb helping to attract and retain family buyers.[5] Proximity to beaches, the Mandurah and Peel-Harvey estuaries, and recreational amenities such as the Mandurah Country Club continues to be a key driver of lifestyle migration into Halls Head, supporting both owner-occupier and investor demand.[5] At this stage there are no widely reported new major transport or hospital projects specific to Halls Head, so market performance is likely to remain more influenced by broader Mandurah planning, ongoing commercial activation near the CBD, and the suburb’s established coastal lifestyle attributes.[2][5]
Halls Head rental market trends
The rental market in Halls Head has experienced moderate growth, with house rents increasing by 3.2% over the past year to $650 per week, while unit rents have risen by 5.2% to $610 per week. This steady growth reflects the suburb's appeal, offering a balanced lifestyle with proximity to coastal amenities and a relaxed community atmosphere.
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How does Halls Head compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Halls Head’s median house price is 18.7% higher than Erskine’s.
- Median unit prices: Halls Head’s median unit price is 32.1% higher than Mandurah’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Halls Head have grown 1.5% higher than in Erskine.
- Unit price growth: Property prices in nearby Erskine have risen 78.5% more than in Halls Head over the past year.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Halls Head are selling 12.5% faster than in Dudley Park.
- Selling speed for units: Properties in Halls Head are selling 21.7% faster than in Erskine.

