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South Yunderup is a quiet riverside suburb in the Shire of Murray along the Murray River and Peel estuarine waterways. It is defined by waterfront blocks, private jetties and a strong boating culture, which gives the area a relaxed, weekend-on-the-water character. Housing is largely low-density, with single-storey family homes and riverfront properties laid out along canals and tree-lined streets. Local shops and services are limited, so residents typically travel to nearby Mandurah or Pinjarra for schools, shopping and larger appointments.

The community of 3,860 people has a median age of 47 and a median household income of $1,518 a week. Homes are mostly owner-occupied (77.5%) and the suburb is weighted towards couple families, including many without children. For retirees, boating enthusiasts and families who value space and a slower pace, South Yunderup suits that quieter, water-oriented lifestyle; council and utility work such as boating jetty upgrades, bridge and road planning, power supply improvements and a structure plan that includes a primary school site show ongoing local projects affecting everyday life.

Housing in South Yunderup sits above local incomes at the last Census. A median house price of $940,000 is about 11.9 times a typical local household's annual income at the last Census (weekly income $1,518 × 52 = $78,936), which puts buying well above what households there earned at the last Census.

For renters, the average house rent of $600 a week would take about 39.5% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census, a sizeable share. Whether that 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.

House values in South Yunderup climbed 40.5% over the past 12 months, a strong rise in what houses are worth. House rents rose 5.3% over the same period, a solid increase, so on the houses side capital growth has outpaced rental income this year; which of those outcomes matters most to you depends on your own 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.