Maylands suburb profile
Maylands is a vibrant riverside suburb located just 4km northeast of Perth's CBD, known for its eclectic mix of culture, heritage, and modern living. The suburb is characterized by its charming streets lined with a blend of heritage homes and contemporary apartments. Maylands boasts a lively arts scene, with numerous galleries, studios, and creative spaces, as well as a thriving café culture. The picturesque Swan River foreshore offers residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including cycling and picnicking. With its close proximity to the city, excellent public transport options, and a strong community spirit, Maylands is a sought-after destination for professionals, families, and creatives.
Maylands property market performance
Current median dwelling price$897,500Past 3 months
Property growth+28.3%Past 12 months
Maylands has experienced a robust property market over the past 12 months, with significant growth in both house and unit values. House prices have surged by 23.9%, bringing the median house price to approximately $1.08 million, while unit prices have increased by 22%, reaching a median of $600,000. This reflects strong demand across both property types.
Sales activity has been vibrant, with 40 houses and 55 units sold over the last 12 months. Properties are moving quickly, with houses spending a median of just 13 days on the market and units even less at 9 days, indicating a competitive market environment.
The rental market in Maylands has also seen notable changes, with house rents increasing by 3.2% and unit rents rising significantly by 14.6% over the past year. This suggests a strong demand for rental properties, particularly units, in the area.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $1.18M | $620K |
Change in value Past 12 months | 29.4% | 27.2% |
Sold Past 3 months | 42 | 63 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 13 | 9 |
Average rent Past 12 months | $700 | $580 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 2.9% | 19.6% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Maylands demographics
Maylands, a charming suburb located just a few kilometers northeast of Perth's CBD, is known for its vibrant community and picturesque setting along the Swan River. With a population of 13,199 and a median age of 36, Maylands attracts a diverse mix of residents, including young professionals, families, and retirees. The suburb's proximity to the city, combined with its unique blend of urban and natural environments, makes it a desirable place to live.
The housing landscape in Maylands is varied, with a significant portion of properties being rented, accounting for 50.2% of the suburb's dwellings. This high rental rate reflects its appeal to those seeking flexibility, such as students and young professionals. Meanwhile, 18.6% of properties are owned outright, and 31.2% are owned with a mortgage, indicating a stable community with a mix of long-term residents and new homeowners.
Family dynamics in Maylands are diverse, with couple families without children making up 51.9% of the family households, while couple families with children account for 32.3%. One-parent families represent 13.1% of the community, highlighting the suburb's inclusive nature. The median total household income of $1,623 per week suggests a comfortable standard of living, supported by the suburb's access to amenities, parks, and recreational facilities. Maylands' blend of cultural vibrancy, community spirit, and convenient location continues to make it a sought-after suburb in Perth.
Maylands infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Maylands continues to benefit from its strong transport links, with direct train services on the Midland line and good bus connectivity to the CBD and surrounding employment hubs, underpinning tenant and buyer demand.[4][6] The revitalised café, dining and small bar scene around Eighth Avenue and Whatley Crescent has strengthened the suburb’s reputation as a lifestyle destination, enhancing walkability and local amenity, which is generally positive for residential property values.[6] Proximity to the Swan River foreshore and associated parks and recreation trails also supports ongoing appeal for families and professionals seeking inner-urban outdoor amenity.[4][6]
Education options such as Maylands Peninsula Primary School and local independent offerings provide solid schooling coverage, which tends to attract and retain young families in the area.[3] At present there are no widely reported major new infrastructure or planning changes specific to Maylands beyond incremental main-street and public realm improvements, so market dynamics are being driven more by lifestyle, location and existing transport rather than large-scale redevelopments.[4][6]
Maylands rental market trends
The rental market in Maylands has experienced moderate growth, with house rents increasing by 3.2% over the past year to $700 per week. In contrast, unit rents have seen a significant rise of 14.6%, reaching $550 per week. This dynamic suburb continues to attract renters and investors alike, offering a blend of affordability and potential for future growth.
Suburbs near Maylands
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How does Maylands compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Maylands’s median house price is 29.1% higher than Belmont’s.
- Median unit prices: Maylands’s median unit price is 36.1% lower than Burswood’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Maylands have grown 7.8% higher than in Belmont.
- Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Maylands have grown 11.2% higher than in Belmont.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Maylands are selling 45.8% faster than in Burswood.
- Selling speed for units: Properties in Maylands are selling 25.0% faster than in Belmont.
- Investment considerations: In Maylands, the rental yield for house is 8.6% lower than the Perth average, while the rental yield for units is 12.5% lower.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Maylands have grown 3.2% higher than the average rate of growth across Perth.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Maylands have grown 14.7% lower than the average rate of growth for units across Perth.

