Henley Beach
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Henley Beach, SA 5022.
About Henley Beach
Welcome to Henley Beach
Henley Beach sits on Adelaide's western coastline, around 12 kilometres from the CBD, and is best known for its long stretch of white sand, the Henley Square dining precinct and a jetty that has anchored the suburb's identity for well over a century. It's a place where the beach genuinely is the lifestyle rather than a weekend novelty, and where locals tend to walk, ride or drive down for a swim or a coffee as a matter of routine rather than occasion.
With a population of 6,259 and a median age of 45, Henley Beach has a settled, established feel — a mix of long-term residents, downsizers and families who've chosen to stay close to the water rather than trade it for a bigger block further out. It suits buyers who want beachside living with genuine infrastructure around them: cafes, schools and transport links all within easy reach, rather than a purely holiday-town atmosphere.
Lifestyle & dining
Henley Square is the suburb's social hub, a palm-lined plaza right on the beachfront packed with restaurants, cafes and bars that spill out onto the sand at sunset. It's the kind of strip that draws people from well beyond the suburb itself, particularly in summer, when the jetty and foreshore fill with walkers, swimmers and paddleboarders. The pace is relaxed but the food and coffee scene is a genuine drawcard, not an afterthought.
Beyond the square, the suburb's residential streets have a quieter, more domestic character, with easy access to neighbouring Henley Beach South, Grange and West Beach for those who want to extend their coastal wandering further along the esplanade.
Getting around
Henley Beach is well served by bus routes into the Adelaide CBD, making it a realistic option for commuters who still want beach access at either end of the day. The drive into the city takes in a straightforward run via Henley Beach Road, one of the western suburbs' main arterials, and also connects easily to Fulham, Fulham Gardens and the West Lakes retail and business precinct.
Adelaide Airport is a short drive away, which adds appeal for frequent flyers, and the flat, coastal terrain makes cycling and walking a genuinely practical way to get around locally rather than just a lifestyle choice.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for, with Fulham Gardens Primary School and Fulham North Primary School both close by, alongside Star of the Sea School for Catholic primary education in the immediate area. Secondary options include Henley High School and St Michael's College's secondary campus, giving local families a solid spread of public and Catholic schooling without needing to leave the western suburbs.
The combination of coastal open space, established schools and a fairly quiet residential grid makes Henley Beach a popular choice for families upgrading from more inland suburbs who want their kids to grow up near the water.
Parks & recreation
The beach itself is the main recreational asset — a wide, patrolled swimming beach with the Henley Jetty as its centrepiece, popular for fishing as well as evening strolls. The foreshore reserve running along the coast offers space for cycling, running and dog walking, linking through to the reserves around Grange and West Beach for those wanting a longer route.
Between the beach, the square and nearby parklands, there's little need to leave the suburb for everyday recreation, which is part of its appeal to residents who prioritise an outdoor, low-fuss lifestyle.
The property market
Henley Beach's property market reflects its status as one of Adelaide's more sought-after beachside addresses. The median house price sits at $1.47 million, having climbed 10.9% recently, while units and apartments offer a comparatively more accessible entry point at a median of $750,000. Median rent across the suburb is $768 per week, underlining strong ongoing demand from tenants as well as buyers.
Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 80% of stock, with apartments and units at 13% and land parcels at just 8% — a mix that points to a largely built-out, established suburb where opportunities for new development are limited. That scarcity, combined with the beachfront position, helps explain the sustained price growth and the premium buyers are prepared to pay over comparable inland suburbs.
Housing & architecture
Henley Beach's housing stock ranges from older bungalows and character homes on the streets set back from the coast to newer architect-designed builds and townhouses closer to the beach itself, where land value has driven substantial redevelopment over the years. It's common to see a modest older home standing next to a striking contemporary rebuild, a sign of a suburb still evolving despite its established feel.
Apartments and units are concentrated nearer Henley Square and the beachfront, appealing to downsizers and investors wanting lock-up-and-leave convenience, while family houses tend to sit further back towards Fulham Gardens and Fulham.
Market snapshot
Henley Beach property market
Median sale price
$1.47m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$768
per week
Gross rental yield
2.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$986k
Median
$1.47m
Premium
$2.14m
Days on market
66
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
42
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Henley Beach by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Henley Beach, SA 5022.
Population
6,259
residents (2021)
Median age
45
years
Household income
$1,879
median, per week
Median rent
$345
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Henley Beach
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Henley Beach
$1.25m
12 Henderson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
30A Bolingbroke Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.43m
300 Seaview Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.93m
7 York Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.45m
3A Northey Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Henley Beach suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Henley Beach?
The median house price in Henley Beach, SA is $1.47m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.9%.
How much is rent in Henley Beach?
The median weekly rent in Henley Beach is around $768 per week.
Is Henley Beach a good place to live?
Henley Beach is a coastal suburb of Adelaide, South Australia in the City of Charles Sturt. Henley Beach is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 6,259 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Henley Beach?
Henley Beach has a population of 6,259 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 45.
What schools are in Henley Beach?
There are 5 schools in or near Henley Beach, including St Michael's College - Secondary Campus, Fulham Gardens Primary School and Fulham North Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Henley Beach?
Properties in Henley Beach take around 66 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Henley Beach?
Entry-level properties in Henley Beach start around $986k, while premium homes reach $2.14m.
What suburbs are near Henley Beach?
Suburbs near Henley Beach include Henley Beach South, Fulham, West Beach, Fulham Gardens and Grange.
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