Port Kennedy, WA 6612
Close to everything Perth offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $350/wk Median
- 22.4% Renters
Port Kennedy Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 13.5k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $350
- To the CBD
- 48km
- Walkability
- 4.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Port Kennedy Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Port Kennedy is one of Perth's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 13,477 residents, a solid minority 22.4% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $350 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Port Kennedy
Port Kennedy Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Port Kennedy Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Port Kennedy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Port Kennedy
Real questions renters ask before moving to Port Kennedy.
Is Port Kennedy family-friendly for renters?
Port Kennedy has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $350/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Perth.
Is Port Kennedy walkable?
Port Kennedy carries a walkability score of 4.1/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
What's the community like in Port Kennedy?
Locals describe Port Kennedy as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 13,477, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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