WA · 6035

Yanchep

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Yanchep, WA 6035.

Yanchep, WA 6035

About Yanchep

Welcome to Yanchep

Yanchep sits at the northern edge of Perth's metropolitan sprawl, roughly 50 kilometres from the CBD along the coast, where suburban development gives way to bushland, dunes and beach. It's a suburb still very much in the process of becoming itself, with new estates pushing north and east from the original beachside settlement, and the Mitchell Freeway extension having transformed what was once a weekend-shack destination into a genuine commuter option.

With a population of 11,022 and a median age of 35, Yanchep skews heavily towards young and growing families chasing space, new-build homes and a coastal lifestyle without inner-city prices. Its immediate neighbour, Eglinton, is undergoing similar growth, and together the two suburbs form one of Perth's more active outer-northern growth corridors.

Lifestyle & dining

Life in Yanchep still centres on its coastline. Yanchep Lagoon is the local landmark — a sheltered swimming spot backed by limestone cliffs and reserve land that draws families and day-trippers alike, while Two Rocks Marina a little further north offers a low-key spot for fishing and boating. Yanchep National Park, with its caves, koala boardwalk and bushland trails, adds a bit of natural drawcard that few outer suburbs can claim.

Dining and café culture are still catching up to the pace of residential growth, with most everyday eating out centred on local shopping strips and taverns rather than a defined restaurant scene. That's part of the trade-off buyers here accept: a quieter, more laid-back pace in exchange for proximity to beach and bush.

Shopping

Yanchep's retail footprint has expanded alongside its population, with local centres covering day-to-day needs — supermarkets, medical services and speciality stores — servicing both Yanchep and the growing Eglinton community next door. Residents wanting a bigger shopping trip typically head south towards Joondalup or Clarkson, though as the area's population climbs, further retail investment locally looks likely.

Getting around

The extension of the Mitchell Freeway to Yanchep has been the single biggest shift in the suburb's accessibility, cutting drive times to Joondalup, Perth's CBD and the broader northern corridor considerably. There's also been long-standing talk of extending Perth's rail network (the Yanchep rail extension) to bring heavy rail to the area, which would be a further boost for commuters relying on cars or buses today.

Within the suburb itself, road networks are new and were largely designed with the current wave of housing estates in mind, so getting around locally is generally straightforward, if car-dependent — typical of a growth-front suburb still building out its public transport options.

Schools & families

Education infrastructure has kept pace with the population boom. Families have a choice of Yanchep Beach Primary School, Yanchep Lagoon Primary School and Yanchep Rise Primary School for younger children, while Yanchep Secondary College serves as the local public high school option. This spread of relatively new schools is a strong draw for the young families that make up much of the suburb's demographic, offering shorter travel times and modern facilities compared with established suburbs closer to the city.

The property market

Yanchep's property market reflects its status as an active growth corridor. The median house price currently sits at $848,000, having climbed 11.9% recently — a strong result that points to sustained buyer demand as the area's freeway access and amenity continue to improve. Median rent is $650 a week, giving investors a reasonable entry point relative to house prices, particularly compared with more established coastal suburbs closer to Perth.

Current listings are overwhelmingly geared towards houses, which make up 90% of stock, with land sales accounting for 10% and only a sliver of apartments or units. That mix underscores Yanchep's identity as a house-and-land suburb rather than a higher-density one, appealing to buyers after a standalone home with a backyard rather than lock-up-and-leave living. With Eglinton continuing to develop next door, the broader precinct looks set for ongoing new housing supply for some years yet.

Market snapshot

Yanchep property market

Median price ranks #1,963 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 48%
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$848k

House · 4 bed

Median rent

$650

per week

Gross rental yield

4.0%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$679k

Median

$848k

Premium

$1.24m

Days on market

15

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

155

Median sold price trend · House 4 bed

Compound growth +14.7% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Yanchep by dwelling type.

House90%
Land10%
Apartment / Unit1%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Yanchep, WA 6035.

Population

11,022

residents (2021)

Median age

35

years

Household income

$1,699

median, per week

Median rent

$340

per week

Median mortgage

$1,842

per month

Mortgage / income

25%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Yanchep

Government school catchment

Yanchep Beach Primary School

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Yanchep Lagoon Primary School

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Yanchep Rise Primary School

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Yanchep Secondary College

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Recent results

Recently sold in Yanchep

$835k

24 Danbulla Loop

house4 bd · 2 ba · 4 car

Sold ~July 2026

$850k

24 Chrisp Place

house2 bd · 2 ba

Sold ~July 2026

$774k

7A Chrisp Place

house3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$785k

25 Barefoot Lane

house4 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$935k

7 Carbon Street

house4 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1.20m

30 Foreshore Vista

house4 bd · 2 ba · 3 car

Sold ~July 2026

$360k

8 Maitland Road

land

Sold ~July 2026

$880k

16 Paluma Grove

house4 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

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Common questions

Yanchep suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Yanchep?

The median house price in Yanchep, WA is $848k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.9%.

How much is rent in Yanchep?

The median weekly rent in Yanchep is around $650 per week.

Is Yanchep a good place to live?

Yanchep is a coastal suburb north of Perth, Western Australia, 56 kilometres (35 mi) north of the Perth CBD. Yanchep is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 11,022 and 4 schools in the area.

What is the population of Yanchep?

Yanchep has a population of 11,022 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.

What schools are in Yanchep?

There are 4 schools in or near Yanchep, including Yanchep Beach Primary School, Yanchep Lagoon Primary School and Yanchep Rise Primary School.

How long do homes take to sell in Yanchep?

Properties in Yanchep take around 15 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Yanchep?

Entry-level properties in Yanchep start around $679k, while premium homes reach $1.24m.

What suburbs are near Yanchep?

Suburbs near Yanchep include Eglinton.

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2049 Broadwalk Street, Yanchep WA 6035
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1757 Paddle Way, Yanchep WA 6035
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4012 Beachside Parade, Yanchep WA 6035
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Unique coastal community surrounded by pristine white beaches

2356 Tropical Crescent, Yanchep WA 6035
466 m²
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Lot 456 Bennion Grove, Yanchep WA 6035
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2346 Tropical Crescent, Yanchep WA 6035
492 m²
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2/4 Bonville Place, Yanchep WA 6035
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1753 Sandcastle Street, Yanchep WA 6035
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17 Karril Turn, Yanchep WA 6035
422590 m²
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