David Murray
3 Greenock Gardens, Kinross, WA 6028
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Open Saturday 27 June 1:30 pm🏛️ About This Suburb (Last Updated Date: 2026-03-13)
History, Aboriginal heritage, and the story behind the name.
Kinross — Whadjuk Noongar Country
Kinross was developed in the early 1990s as a residential expansion of the Joondalup region. It was designed as a master-planned community to provide affordable family housing during Perth's northern corridor boom. The suburb transitioned from scrubland to a fully serviced residential hub within a decade.
Today, Kinross is a leafy, established suburb characterized by large 4-bedroom family homes on generous blocks. It maintains a quiet, safe atmosphere with a high rate of owner-occupancy and active local community groups.
Overall Score
8.2
A high-performing family suburb with strong fundamentals and consistent demand.
Aboriginal Name
Mooro— "Refers to the district of the Mooro people, traditional owners of the land north of the Swan River."
Name Origin
Named after the county of Kinross in Scotland, following the theme of Scottish place names in the City of Joondalup.
Established
Gazetted 1992
Green Space
Over 10 local parks
Connectivity
Bordered by Mitchell Freeway
Education
Home to Kinross College
📊 Scorecard
12 key dimensions scored 0–10. Each score includes a one-line explanation.
Market Momentum
8.8
Perth's northern corridor continues to see low inventory and high buyer competition in 2026.
Amenity
7.5
Excellent local shopping and proximity to Joondalup CBD, though lacks high-end dining.
Schools
8.0
Highly regarded local primary and middle schools with strong community reputations.
Transport
8.5
Superb access to Currambine Station and the Mitchell Freeway extension.
Risk Profile
7.0
Main risks are environmental (bushfire) rather than economic or social.
Liveability
8.5
Quiet streets, ample parks, and proximity to Burns Beach make for high quality of life.
Demographics
8.2
Stable, middle-income family demographic with high home ownership rates.
Rental Demand
9.2
Extremely tight vacancy rates driven by the broader WA housing shortage.
Growth Potential
7.8
Beneficiary of the 'ripple effect' from expensive coastal neighbours like Iluka.
Affordability
6.5
Prices have risen sharply, moving it from 'entry-level' to 'mid-market'.
Crime & Safety
8.4
Statistically safer than many comparable northern corridor suburbs.
Walkability
4.5
Car-dependent for most errands, typical of 1990s suburban design.
⚡ Quick Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance, plus your top advantages and watch-outs.
Median House
$845,000
Significant growth since 2023
12mo Growth
11.4%
Outperforming national average
Days on Market
12 days
Highly competitive conditions
Family Ratio
78%
Dominant household type
Beach Access
5 mins
Drive to Burns Beach
Train Access
Currambine
Joondalup Line connection
✅ Key Advantages
- Excellent proximity to the coast (Burns Beach) without the 'coastal' price premium.
- Strong school catchment area including Kinross Primary and Kinross College.
- Large block sizes (typically 500sqm+) compared to newer developments further north.
- Outstanding transport links via the Mitchell Freeway and Joondalup rail line.
- Mature landscaping and established streetscapes provide a 'settled' feel.
- Low crime rates compared to neighboring high-density corridors.
⚠️ Key Watch-Outs
- Bushfire risk for properties backing onto Neerabup National Park.
- 1990s-era construction may require significant capital expenditure for modernizing.
- Limited local employment; most residents commute to Joondalup or Perth CBD.
- Increasing traffic congestion on Marmion Avenue during peak hours.
- Limited housing diversity; very few options for downsizers or single occupants.
- Potential for freeway noise in properties located on the eastern fringe.
🏘️ Suburb Overview
Character, property mix, price range and what drives value here.
🏙️ Character
Established Family
How this suburb feels day-to-day.
🏠 Property Types
Predominantly 4x2 detached houses on 500-700sqm blocks.
Dominant dwelling stock.
💰 Price Range
$720,000 – $1,150,000
Typical entry to ceiling.
💡 Why It Matters
Kinross represents the 'middle ground' of the northern corridor. It attracts families who have outgrown first homes in Clarkson or Butler but are priced out of Iluka and Burns Beach. Its stability makes it a lower-volatility investment.
💰 Price Guide & Market Trends
Medians, rental market, 5-year history and property split.
🏠 House Median
$845,000
$750k – $1.2m
🏢 Unit Median
$560,000
$480k – $620k
📈 Price Trend
+11.4% past 12 months
12-month movement
🔑 Weekly Rents
Houses $750pw, Units $580pw
Current asking rents
📉 5-Year Price History
🏘️ Property Type Split
The rapid appreciation reflects Perth's chronic undersupply. Kinross has transitioned from an affordable entry point to a premium family destination.
🎯 Affordability
How this suburb compares to metro and state medians.
🏙️ vs Metro Average
8% above Perth metro median
Price comparison
📋 Income Ratio
7.4x annual income
Median price ÷ median income
💳 Gross Yield
4.6% gross yield
Estimated rental yield
More AffordableModeratePremium
Entry levelMid rangePremium
While more affordable than the coast, Kinross is no longer 'cheap'. Buyers need a combined household income of $150k+ to comfortably service a mortgage here in 2026.
🔥 Rental Demand
Vacancy rates, demand pressure, tenant profile, and investor outlook.
📊 Vacancy Rate
0.6%
Lower = tighter market
⏱️ Days to Lease
10 days
Avg time on market
📈 Rent Growth p.a.
+14%
Annual rental increase
Demand Level
Extremely High
👤 Tenant Profile
Professional families and defense personnel (due to proximity to RAAF bases/Joondalup).
💼 Investor Outlook
Strong capital growth and exceptional yields. The lack of new land supply in Kinross ensures long-term scarcity value.
🚀 Growth Potential
Historical capital growth, infrastructure pipeline, and 5-year outlook.
+11.4%
1-Year Growth
+38% cumulative
3-Year Growth
+65% cumulative
5-Year Growth
📍 Growth Drivers
- Ocean Reef Marina redevelopment (10 mins away) creating jobs and lifestyle appeal.
- Ongoing Mitchell Freeway widening and extension projects.
- Continued 'gentrification' as younger families renovate 1990s stock.
- Scarcity of large blocks in newer northern suburbs.
- Proximity to Joondalup Health Campus expansion.
⛔ Headwinds
- Rising interest rates impacting middle-income mortgage serviceability.
- Competition from newer, high-spec homes in Alkimos and Eglinton.
- Maintenance costs of aging 30-year-old infrastructure.
🔮 5-Year Outlook
Steady growth expected to continue, likely tracking 2-3% above the Perth metro average as the suburb fully matures and renovations add value.
🛡️ Crime & Safety
Safety index, trend comparison, and what to check locally.
8.4
Safety Score
Above Average
📉 Trend
Stable
vs last 12 months
🏙️ vs Metro Average
22% below Perth metro average crime rate
Relative comparison
Risk Categories
Property Crime: Low
Personal Safety: Low
Anti-social Behaviour: Medium
📋 What to Check Locally
Check specific street data near the shopping centre and skate park, which can occasionally see minor opportunistic activity.
⚠️ Risk Profile
Natural hazards and planning risks to verify before buying.
📋 Summary
Environmental risks outweigh social risks in Kinross. The primary concern for buyers is the interface with bushland and the age of the dwelling.
🌊 Flood Risk
Negligible risk; suburb is elevated with sandy, free-draining soils.
🔥 Bushfire Risk
High risk for properties within 100m of Neerabup National Park (eastern boundary).
🏦 Insurance Impact
Premiums may be 15-20% higher for properties with a high BAL rating.
🗺️ Planning & Zoning
Development controls, overlays, and what's changing locally.
📐 Typical Zoning
R20 (Single Residential)
🔲 Overlays
Bushfire Prone Area (State Planning Policy 3.7)
🏗️ Development Hotspots
Limited; mostly internal renovations and occasional ancillary dwellings (granny flats).
The R20 zoning protects the low-density family character, preventing over-development but limiting subdivision potential.
🌳 Liveability
Day-to-day experience — transport, amenity, green space, schools and healthcare.
🚌 Transport
Excellent rail access via Currambine; bus feeders serve the internal suburb loops.
🛍️ Amenity & Retail
Kinross Central Shopping Centre provides essentials; Joondalup Lakeside is 8 mins away.
🌲 Parks & Recreation
Abundant. MacNaughton Park is a major regional hub for sports and recreation.
🏫 Schools
High-performing local catchment; Kinross College is a standout for middle-schooling.
🏥 Healthcare
Proximity to Joondalup Health Campus (Major Public/Private hospital).
👥 Demographics
Who lives here — income, age, ownership, and education levels.
A quintessential middle-class family suburb with a high proportion of UK and South African migrants.
💵 Median Income
$112,000 pa
🏠 Ownership
82% owner-occupied (including mortgaged)
🎂 Age Profile
Median age 36
🎓 Education
High vocational and secondary completion; increasing tertiary ratio.
📊 Age Distribution
The high owner-occupancy rate typically leads to better property maintenance and stronger community cohesion.
🏗️ Major Developments
Infrastructure pipeline and what it means for values and liveability.
📋 Overview
While Kinross itself is built out, massive surrounding infrastructure projects are the primary value drivers.
📈 Positive Impacts
- Ocean Reef Marina: Providing world-class boating and dining within 10 minutes.
- Mitchell Freeway Extension: Reducing commute times to the northern employment hubs.
- Joondalup Health Campus Expansion: Increasing local high-income employment.
📉 Negative Impacts
- Increased traffic on local distributor roads (Burns Beach Rd).
- Construction noise from nearby freeway widening projects.
🗺️ Nearby Suburb Comparison
How neighbouring suburbs stack up on price, lifestyle and who they suit.
📍Burns Beach
Position
West
Price
40% more expensive
Lifestyle
Premium coastal, newer homes, smaller blocks.
Best for
High-income executives and retirees.
📍Currambine
Position
South
Price
Similar / 5% higher
Lifestyle
More commercial activity, closer to cinema/dining.
Best for
Families wanting more 'walkable' amenity.
📍Clarkson
Position
North
Price
15% cheaper
Lifestyle
Higher density, more diverse housing, higher crime stats.
Best for
First home buyers and investors.
📍Iluka
Position
South-West
Price
60% more expensive
Lifestyle
Luxury estates, coastal views, very high prestige.
Best for
Wealthy families and prestige buyers.
🔍 Similar Suburbs
Suburbs with a comparable profile — useful if this one is over budget or sold up.
Woodvale
WA
8.5/10
Established family feel, strong schools, and nature reserve proximity.
Tapping
WA
7.8/10
Similar 2000s housing stock and family-centric demographics.
Leeming
WA
8.3/10
The 'Kinross of the South'—established, safe, and school-focused.
Ocean Reef
WA
8.1/10
Coastal proximity and 80s/90s housing stock transition.
💬 Community Sentiment
Aggregated themes from resident discussions, forums and local feedback.
📊 Overall Community Sentiment
Residents praise the suburb for its safety and 'village' feel, though some note the need for more diverse local dining options.
★★★★★
Safe for kids
I've raised three children here and never felt unsafe; the parks are always full of families.
Safety
Community
★★★★☆
Great value
We couldn't afford Burns Beach, but Kinross gives us the same breeze and better block size.
Affordability
Space
★★★★☆
Transport links
The freeway access is unbeatable, though the morning merge at Burns Beach Rd is getting worse.
Transport
Traffic
★★★☆☆
Lack of shops
The local shops are fine for milk and bread, but you have to drive to Joondalup for anything else.
Convenience
Dining
★★★★★
Rental performance
Zero vacancy in three years and the quality of tenants is consistently high-income families.
Yield
Demand
★★★★☆
Schooling
Kinross College has a great vibe and the primary school is excellent; very happy with the education.
Schools
💡 Tailored Advice
Personalised guidance for every role in this market.
🧑💼 Buyer Strategy
- Prioritize homes on the western side of the suburb for easier beach access and less freeway noise.
- Check the BAL rating if looking at properties bordering Neerabup National Park.
- Look for homes with original 90s interiors; these offer the best 'value-add' renovation potential.
- Verify if the property is in the 'Kinross Gold' pocket (near MacNaughton Park).
- Act fast; properties in Kinross are currently selling in under 14 days.
- Confirm the school catchment zone as boundaries can be strict.
❓ Questions to Ask the Agent
- What is the specific BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) rating for this property?
- Has the roof been repointed or restored since the original 1990s build?
- Are there any active termite management systems in place?
- Is the property within the optional intake area for any specific senior high schools?
- What are the average utility costs, specifically for water/reticulation?
- Has the kitchen or bathrooms been waterproofed/renovated recently?
- Are there any known issues with the retaining walls on this block?
- How does the freeway noise level change during peak hour at this specific address?
🏷️ Seller Strategy
- Highlight outdoor entertaining areas; this is a key requirement for Kinross buyers.
- Minor cosmetic updates (paint/flooring) yield high returns in this demographic.
- Ensure gardens are neatly landscaped to match the established feel of the suburb.
- Market heavily to 'upgraders' from Clarkson and Banksia Grove.
- Provide a recent building and pest report to accelerate the fast-paced sale process.
📣 Positioning Tips
Position the property as a 'forever family home' that bridges the gap between suburban affordability and coastal lifestyle. Emphasize safety, school quality, and the large block size.
💼 Investment Case
High-yield, low-vacancy play with strong capital growth prospects.
⚠️ Investment Risks
Aging assets requiring higher maintenance; potential for interest rate sensitivity among family tenants.
📈 Action Plan
- Target 4-bedroom homes as they have the highest demand-to-supply ratio.
- Look for properties with side access for boats/caravans.
- Budget for roof restoration and plumbing updates on 1990s builds.
- Consider a long-term hold to benefit from the Ocean Reef Marina completion.
🔑 Renter Tips
- Have your application ready before the first viewing.
- Highlight stable employment; landlords here prefer long-term family tenants.
- Check for air conditioning, as Perth summers are harsh in this corridor.
🏘️ What Renters Love Here
Quiet streets, great parks, and a very safe environment for children.
⚠️ Renter Watch-Outs
Public transport within the suburb is limited; you really need a car.
🏢 Landlord Strategy
- Allow pets if possible; a huge percentage of Kinross families own dogs.
- Maintain the reticulation system; green lawns are expected in this suburb.
- Conduct regular gutter cleaning due to proximity to bushland.
📋 Compliance & Management
Ensure all RCDs and smoke alarms are compliant with WA 2026 standards; check bushfire management compliance if applicable.
🤝 Agent Insights
- The 'ripple effect' from Burns Beach is the strongest driver of price growth here.
- Buyers are increasingly wary of BAL ratings; have the certificates ready.
- Stock levels remain 30% below the 5-year average.
🎯 Marketing Angles
The 'Burns Beach Lifestyle without the Burns Beach Price Tag'.
👤 Target Buyer Profile
Young families (30-45) with 2+ children and a dog.
✅ Due Diligence Checklist
Tap items to tick them off. Don't skip these before signing anything.
✓
Verify property is not in a high-risk bushfire zone via the DFES Map.
✓
Conduct a professional timber pest inspection (essential in WA sandy soils).
✓
Check the City of Joondalup's Intramaps for any easements or underground services.
✓
Confirm school catchment via the WA Department of Education 'Find a School' portal.
✓
Inspect the condition of the boundary fencing (common source of neighbor disputes).
✓
Test the reticulation system and bore (if applicable).
✓
Review the Title for any restrictive covenants common in 90s estates.
✓
Check for any planned roadworks on Marmion Avenue or Burns Beach Road.
✓
Assess the age and efficiency of the hot water system and air conditioning.
✓
Verify all structural additions (patios, sheds) have council approval.
✓
Check NBN connection type (FTTP is preferred for remote work).
✓
Review recent sales of similar 4x2 homes within a 1km radius.
📚 Government Sources & Disclaimer
Official council and government links only. Always verify independently before any property decision.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This report is based on projected data as of 2026-03-13. It is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Buyers should conduct their own independent research and seek professional advice before making any property purchase.
