Merredin, WA 6277
Room to breathe, on Western Australia's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $200/wk Median
- 26.0% Renters
Merredin Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.9k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $200
- To the CBD
- 239km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Merredin Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
Merredin is a regional Western Australia community of 4,893 residents, with 26.0% renting rather than owning and a median weekly rent of $200 — noticeably kinder to the budget than Western Australia's capital. It's the kind of close-knit town where space and a slower pace are the trade-off for a longer drive to the bigger centres.
Around Merredin
Merredin Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Merredin Memorial Park
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Merredin
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Merredin
Real questions renters ask before moving to Merredin.
Is Merredin a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Merredin has a 26.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Merredin from Western Australia's capital?
Merredin is approximately 239km from Western Australia's capital city. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Merredin?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Merredin is $200. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $200 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Merredin family-friendly for renters?
Merredin has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $200/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional WA.
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