Western Australia’s booming property market is no longer confined to Perth, with rising demand now spreading across regional centres and driving strong price growth in key lifestyle and coastal towns. New data shows regional WA has become one of the strongest-performing property markets in the country as buyers seek more space, affordability, and opportunities outside the capital.
Regional WA Emerges as a National Growth Leader
Regional Western Australia recorded some of the fastest housing growth rates nationwide over the three months to April, outperforming many capital city markets. Property values across non-metropolitan WA rose strongly as demand intensified in several regional hubs, highlighting the growing appeal of these areas to both owner-occupiers and investors.
Busselton Leads the Way
Busselton recorded the strongest quarterly growth among Australia’s Significant Urban Areas, with property values increasing sharply during the period. Albany, Geraldton, and Bunbury also experienced substantial gains, reinforcing the strength of WA’s regional market and the growing popularity of coastal and lifestyle destinations.
Annual Growth Figures Reflect Strong Momentum
Over the past year, several WA regional centres have delivered exceptional value growth. Kalgoorlie-Boulder recorded one of the largest annual increases, while Bunbury and Busselton also achieved significant gains. The continued momentum reflects strong housing demand combined with limited supply across many regional locations.
Perth Demand Continues to Flow into Regional Areas
Property analysts say Perth’s tight housing market is a major factor driving the regional boom. Population growth, limited housing supply, and rising prices in the city are encouraging more buyers to consider nearby regional areas, particularly throughout the state’s south-west corridor.
Queensland and Tasmania Also Record Strong Growth
While Western Australia led the nation, regional markets in Queensland and Tasmania also recorded solid growth. Townsville, Maryborough, Toowoomba, Burnie-Somerset, and Launceston all experienced notable increases in property values as affordability and lifestyle preferences continued to attract buyers away from major cities.
Eastern States Begin to Lose Momentum
In contrast, parts of New South Wales and Victoria experienced softer conditions during the quarter. Some regional markets recorded minor declines as affordability pressures and slower buyer activity weighed on growth, signalling a cooling trend across parts of the eastern states.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers may face increasing competition in popular regional WA markets as demand continues to rise and supply remains limited. Those looking to enter the market may benefit from acting sooner rather than later, particularly in fast-growing regional centres where prices are increasing rapidly.
What This Means for Sellers
Sellers in regional Western Australia are currently in a strong position, with heightened buyer demand supporting price growth and faster sales activity. Homeowners in sought-after regional towns may have an opportunity to secure premium prices while market conditions remain favourable.
