Mckail
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Mckail, WA 6330.
About Mckail
Welcome to Mckail
McKail sits on the eastern fringe of Albany, in Western Australia's Great Southern region, a few minutes' drive from the city centre and the harbour that anchors this part of the coast. It's a suburb built largely in the era of the family block, where wide verges and single-storey brick-and-tile homes are the norm rather than the exception.
With a population of 3,970 and a median age of 34, McKail has a younger, family-oriented profile than many of Albany's older suburbs. It suits buyers and renters after a straightforward, no-fuss suburban setting, close to Milpara, Orana, Warrenup, Gledhow and Lockyer, without the price tag of the more established coastal pockets of town.
Housing & architecture
McKail's housing stock is overwhelmingly made up of standalone homes, with current listings showing 97% houses and just 3% vacant land. Most of the housing dates from the suburb's main growth period, meaning buyers will typically find brick-and-tile family homes on generous blocks, along with a handful of remaining vacant lots for those wanting to build. It's a consistent, easy-to-read streetscape rather than a mix of unit blocks and townhouses, which appeals to families wanting space for kids, cars and trailers alike.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in McKail tends to revolve around the home and the immediate neighbourhood rather than a dedicated café strip within the suburb itself, but Albany's town centre and its cafés, pubs and restaurants are only a short drive away. The suburb's proximity to Milpara and Orana means residents can easily tap into nearby local shops and takeaway options, while a trip into central Albany opens up the full range of dining along York Street and around the harbour precinct.
Shopping
For day-to-day errands, McKail residents lean on retail nodes in neighbouring suburbs and greater Albany, with major supermarkets and specialty shops within easy reach in the broader Albany shopping network. The short drive into the CBD also brings bigger-format retail and the full spread of Albany's shopping centres into play, so locals aren't left short despite McKail itself being primarily residential.
Getting around
McKail's position on Albany's eastern side makes for a quick run into the city centre, and the suburb is well placed for residents who commute across town or work in industrial and commercial areas on Albany's fringes. Roads connect through to neighbouring Warrenup, Gledhow and Lockyer, giving several route options rather than a single bottleneck in and out of the area. As with much of regional WA, a car remains the most practical way to get around, though the compact nature of Albany means trip times stay short.
Schools & families
With a median age of 34 and a solid population base of 3,970, McKail has the demographic footprint of a family suburb, and its position among Milpara, Orana and Lockyer puts it within reach of Albany's broader network of primary and secondary schools. Families are drawn to the combination of larger blocks, quiet streets and proximity to established community infrastructure across neighbouring suburbs.
The property market
McKail's market is dominated by established houses, reflecting its 97% house listing share, with only a small remaining pool of vacant land at 3% for those wanting to build new. This heavily house-weighted mix, combined with the suburb's younger median age of 34, points to a market geared towards owner-occupier families and first-home buyers looking for value on Albany's eastern side rather than investors chasing unit stock or high-density development.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Mckail, WA 6330.
Population
3,970
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$1,641
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,622
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Mckail
$950k
114 Morgan Road
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
10 Hogarth Road
Sold ~July 2026
$828k
28 Alfred Street
Sold ~July 2026
$799k
72 Clydesdale Road
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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Mckail suburb FAQ
How much is rent in Mckail?
The median weekly rent in Mckail is around $350 per week.
Is Mckail a good place to live?
Mckail is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 3,970.
What is the population of Mckail?
Mckail has a population of 3,970 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What suburbs are near Mckail?
Suburbs near Mckail include Milpara, Orana, Warrenup, Gledhow and Lockyer.
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