Local Government Area (LGA) Research · Data as of Sept 2026

Property Investment in Barunga West, SA

14 suburbs in Barunga West council area · Population ~2,688 · 1,867 dwellings · 1,590 km²

Barunga West Council Average R-Score 39 / 100 — top suburb in Barunga West scores 76/100

Current market conditions here are quieter than most

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Figures reflect Ripehouse Advisory’s monthly 27-indicator suburb bake (Sept 2026). General information only — not personal financial advice.

Top suburb in Barunga West76

Highest R-Score out of 14 suburbs in Barunga West

Barunga West council average39

Across 6 scored suburbs in Barunga West

Suburb medians in Barunga West range from $60,000 to $2,650,000.

3-year population movement: +0.3%. Annual new dwelling approvals: 0.6% of stock (~11 dwellings). Key employment sectors: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing (39%), Health Care and Social Assistance (17%), Education and Training (7%), Accommodation and Food Services (6%).

Typical suburb median price$338,000

Across 14 suburbs in Barunga West (Sept 2026) · ~360 days on market.

Gross rental yield & rent4%

Median asking rent ~$410/wk · Vacancy 4.8%.

Top suburb R-Score in Barunga West76/100

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Barunga West (SA) FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions: Property Investment in Barunga West

Key facts and market data from the Sept 2026 Ripehouse Advisory research bake for Barunga West (South Australia).

Is Barunga West (SA) a good council area for property investment in 2026?

As of Sept 2026, Barunga West (South Australia) has an average Ripehouse R-Score of 39/100 across 14 suburbs, with its strongest suburb scoring 76/100. Across Barunga West, the typical suburb median price is $338,000, median weekly rent is $410/wk, gross rental yield is 4%, and vacancy sits at 4.8%.

Which suburbs in Barunga West have the highest R-Score right now?

In the Sept 2026 Ripehouse research bake, the highest-scoring suburbs in Barunga West (SA) are Fisherman Bay (76/100, median $310,000), Bute (55/100, median $570,000), Tickera (41/100, median $338,000), Clements Gap (30/100, median $2,650,000), Port Broughton (20/100, median $640,000). Each suburb is evaluated monthly across 27 demand, supply, momentum, and yield indicators.

What is the median house price, rent and rental yield in Barunga West?

Across Barunga West (SA), the median suburb property price is $338,000, median asking rent is $410/wk, and median gross yield is 4%, with homes averaging 360 days on market. The highest-yielding suburbs in Barunga West include Fisherman Bay (5.5%), Bute (5.5%), Tickera (4%).

What are the demographics and size of the Barunga West council area?

Barunga West is a Local Government Area in South Australia with an ABS estimated resident population of 2,688, approximately 1,867 dwellings, covering 1,590 sq km.

What are the best streets in Barunga West (SA)?

Every street across all 14 suburbs in Barunga West is scored on the Ripehouse Street Score. Select any suburb below to view its street-by-street rankings.