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Tapping is a residential suburb in Perth’s northern suburbs, in the City of Wanneroo. It has a family-oriented character and relatively recent, low-maintenance housing. Streets are generally quiet and lined with parks, playgrounds and walking trails, while local shops and community facilities cover everyday needs and larger retail and entertainment centres sit nearby. Good road links and public transport connections to the northern suburbs’ train line make commuting practical, and the suburb provides an accessible base between coastal and urban amenities.

About 9,547 people live in Tapping, with a median age of 35 and most homes owner-occupied (82.5%). Community investment includes a purpose-built scout hall for the Carramar Scout Group funded by a $3 million government grant and a 10-year lease to Scouts WA, local planning changes that have introduced residential zoning, and ongoing conservation and planting at Da Vinci Park including lake aeration work. That mix of parks, transport and owner-occupied housing tends to appeal to families and to people seeking a calm, low-maintenance suburban base; whether it suits you depends on what you want from a neighbourhood.

At a median house price of $1,065,500, buying a house in Tapping works out to about 8.7 times a typical local household's annual income at the last Census, which sits well above local incomes. House rents run to about $818 a week, which would take roughly 34.7% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census, a sizeable share.

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 Tapping climbed 21.4% over the past year, a strong rise in what a house here is worth.

House rents rose 9.1% over the same 12 months, a solid increase in rental income. Over the year capital growth for houses outpaced rental growth, so the rent change is the figure that matters most if you are focused on income, while the larger value rise is what matters if capital growth is your priority. Whether that balance fits 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.