Suburb Deep Dives · 16 October 2026 · 6 min read
Lynwood (WA 6147) in Focus 2026: Is It a Good Investment? R-Score 95/100, 4.8% Yield & Best Streets
Data analysis by the Ripehouse research desk · Reviewed by Anna Cooper, Co-Founder & COO, former Managing Editor of Australian Property Investor Magazine
Is Lynwood (WA 6147) a good suburb to invest in 2026? Our October 2026 quantitative audit scores Lynwood at 95/100 (Ranked #828 of 15,286 suburbs), with a $815,000 median house price (+4.5% 12m), $750/wk rent (4.8% yield), and 14 top-tier streets scoring 75–100/100.
Market Classification: Established Family & Commuter Corridor · R-Score: 95/100 (National Rank #828 of 15,286) · Street Average: 49/100 across 56 streets.
Lynwood (WA 6147) represents a bread-and-butter Australian family housing market($815,000 median price, $750/wk rent, 4.8% gross yield) supported by +9.2% 3-year council population movement. Here, investment returns are determined almost entirely by micro-location: separating quiet, >65% owner-occupied pockets from main-road or high-public-housing blocks.
“I would pay close attention to the street data here. Three streets score 100, with owner-occupier rates of 68% to 73%, but 19 of the 50 assessed streets score below 50. That is a fairly clear warning not to assume the suburb-wide 4.8% yield tells the whole story.”
Below is our full October 2026 quantitative and street-level breakdown for Lynwood (WA 6147), combining 36 months of settled price and rental history from our Aurora research warehouse, council-level supply and employment data for Canning (WA), and block-by-block ABS 2021 Census SA1 tenure and yield rankings across 1,859 residential addresses.
1. Lynwood (WA) 3-Year Market Trajectory & 27-Indicator R-Score (October 2026)
Over the past 12 months, Lynwood’s median house price moved +4.5% (from $780,000 to $815,000), bringing its 3-year cumulative price movement to +57.9% (from $516,000 three years ago). On the rental side, median weekly asking rents moved +7.1% over the past year to $750/wk (+53.1% over 36 months), equating to a 4.8% gross rental yield. Compared with 12 months ago—when Lynwood carried an R-Score of 87/100—its current composite R-Score of 95/100 represents a +8-point shift in underlying market pressure.
| Indicator / R-Score Pillar | Lynwood (WA) Current | 12-Month / 36-Month Context |
|---|---|---|
| Composite Suburb R-Score | 95 / 100 | Ranked #828 of 15,286 suburbs (was 87/100 12m ago) |
| Median House Price | $815,000 | 12m change: +4.5% · 36m change: +57.9% |
| Median Weekly Rent & Gross Yield | $750/wk (4.8%) | 12m rent change: +7.1% · 36m rent change: +53.1% |
| Rental Vacancy & Days on Market | 3.1% vacancy | Median selling time: 79 days on market (1.5% vacancy is the tight-market line) |
| Pillar 1: Buyer Demand | 41 / 100 | Measures days-on-market compression, vendor discounting & sales velocity |
| Pillar 2: Supply & Ownership | 33 / 100 | Measures stock on market, building approvals vs stock & owner-occupier share |
| Pillar 3: Price Momentum | 56 / 100 | Measures short/medium-term price velocity vs Canning & WA |
| Pillar 4: Yield Pressure | 54 / 100 | Measures gross rental yield, rent trajectory & vacancy compression |
2. The “Two-Speed Suburb” Test: Best & Worst Streets in Lynwood (WA)
Why do two 4-bedroom houses in Lynwood achieve completely different bank valuations and tenant quality? Because suburb medians blend every pocket together. When we map all 1,859 addresses across 56 streets in Lynwood through G-NAF to their ABS 2021 Census SA1 blocks, the suburb splits into three distinct tiers:
- Strong Street Profile (Score 75–100): 14 streets (28% of scored streets) pass both ABS Census tenure tests (owner-occupiers >65% and public housing ≤5%) plus at least one—or both—of the Lynwood rent and yield benchmarks.
- Mid / Mixed Street Profile (Score 50–74): 17 streets pass the core owner-occupier and public-housing thresholds but sit below the suburb median on weekly rent or yield.
- Weaker / Caution Street Profile (Score 0–25): 19 streets fail one or both census tenure thresholds—meaning either owner-occupation sits at or below 65% or state/community public housing exceeds 5% on those specific SA1 blocks.
Top 5 Highest-Scoring Streets in Lynwood (WA)
These streets sit in SA1 census blocks with high homeowner pride of ownership, minimal social housing concentration, and strong block-level rents (inspect all 56 streets in Lynwood):
| Top Street in Lynwood | Street Score | Addresses | Owner-Occupiers | Public Housing | SA1 Rent & Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 Purley Crescent | 100/100 | 69 | 73% | 3.9% | $30800/wk (195.3%) |
| #2 Winfield Street | 100/100 | 28 | 73% | 3.9% | $30800/wk (195.3%) |
| #3 Brampton Way | 100/100 | 34 | 68% | 3.1% | $41260/wk (243.8%) |
| #4 Flinds Place | 100/100 | 18 | 68% | 3.1% | $41260/wk (243.8%) |
| #5 Cranley Place | 100/100 | 14 | 68% | 3.1% | $41260/wk (243.8%) |
Streets Where Block-Level Tenure Trails the Lynwood Average
By contrast, the streets below run through SA1 census blocks that fail one or more of our tenure or rental tests. A lower Street Score is not a judgement of any individual house, but it highlights where higher renter turnover or public housing concentration exists within Lynwood:
| Caution Street Sample | Street Score | Addresses | Owner-Occupiers | Public Housing | SA1 Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clovelly Crescent | 25/100 | 74 | 55% | 1.9% | $695/wk |
| Brandon Way | 25/100 | 70 | 55% | 1.9% | $695/wk |
| Montrose Street | 25/100 | 67 | 55% | 1.9% | $695/wk |
3. Economic & Supply Drivers in Canning Council (Western Australia)
Lynwood sits within the Canning Local Government Area, which has a residential population of approximately 109,028 (+9.2% population movement over the past 3 years) and 35,683 total dwellings. Three council-level fundamentals shape Lynwood’s medium-term outlook:
- Local Employment Diversity (ABS Census): The largest employment sectors across Canning are Manufacturing (12%), Retail Trade (12%), Wholesale Trade (10%), Construction (9%). Multi-sector employment reduces reliance on any single employer or commodity cycle.
- New Building Approvals vs. Existing Stock: Over the latest 12-month financial year, Canning approved 1.3% new dwelling stock (~427.819 dwellings). Because annual additions sit under 1.8% of stock, incoming supply is constrained relative to tenant and buyer demand.
- State Comparison: Compare Lynwood against the Top 25 Highest R-Score Suburbs in WA.
4. Worked Cashflow, Deposit & 80% LVR Stress-Test for Lynwood (October 2026)
What does it actually cost to acquire and hold a typical house in Lynwood at today’s median price of $815,000 and median rent of $750/wk? Below is the baseline 80% Loan-to-Value Ratio (LVR) model we use to stress-test serviceability before shortlisting a property:
| Cashflow & Capital Item | Lynwood Worked Figure | Assumptions & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price (Suburb Median) | $815,000 | Settled house median as of October 2026 |
| 20% Deposit + Est. Stamp Duty & Costs | $202,120 | $163,000 deposit (80% LVR) + ~$39,120 stamp duty, legal & inspection allowance (can be funded via usable home equity) |
| 80% LVR Loan Amount | $652,000 | Standard no-LMI investor loan threshold |
| Gross Annual Rental Income | $39,000/yr ($750/wk) | 4.8% gross rental yield before vacancies and expenses |
| Est. Annual Interest + Operating Costs | $49,715/yr | Assumes 6.25% interest-only ($40,750/yr) + ~1.1% for council rates, insurance & property management ($8,965/yr) |
| Pre-Tax Weekly Cashflow Position | -$206/wk top-up | Before tax deductions / depreciation (confirm post-tax position with your accountant) |
5. Who Should Buy in Lynwood—And 3 Rules Before You Make an Offer
Solid 95/100 R-Score Backed by Canning Fundamentals. Based on our October 2026 data, Lynwood is best suited to equity-backed homeowners and portfolio builders seeking a balanced entry price ($815,000) and 4.8% rental yield in WA.
- Never Buy Blind on the Suburb Median: In Lynwood, 19 streets score below 50/100 on our census tenure and yield tests. Always run the exact street through the Lynwood Street Score Hub and target the 14 streets scoring 75–100/100.
- Check Lot-Level Overlays (Flood, Bushfire, Slope & Easements): Even on a 100/100 streetlike Purley Crescent, individual lots can carry overland flow paths, steep gradients, or sewer easements that restrict granny-flat additions or spike insurance premiums.
- Price Against Street-Matched Settled Comparables: Do not let a selling agent justify an asking price on a 25/100 street using comparable sales from a 100/100 street. Compare settled sales within the same SA1 Street Score band.
If there's a specific street you're weighing up right now, check its Street Score first — it's free, takes ten seconds, and tells you whether that street is pulling the suburb average up or riding on it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lynwood (WA 6147) a good suburb for property investment in 2026?
As of October 2026, Lynwood (WA 6147) scores 95/100 on the 27-indicator Ripehouse R-Score (ranked #828 of 15,286 Australian suburbs). It is classified as a Established Family & Commuter Corridor with a median house price of $815,000, median rent of $750/wk (4.8% gross yield), and vacancy rate of 3.1%.
How have house prices and rents performed in Lynwood over the past 1 to 3 years?
Over the past 12 months, Lynwood’s median house price moved +4.5% to $815,000, and +57.9% over the past 36 months. Median weekly asking rents moved +7.1% over the past year to $750/wk (4.8% gross yield).
What are the highest and lowest scoring streets in Lynwood, WA?
Across 56 streets (1,859 addresses) in Lynwood, 14 streets score 75 to 100 on the Ripehouse Street Score, led by Purley Crescent (100/100, 73% owner-occupied), Winfield Street (100/100, 73% owner-occupied), Brampton Way (100/100, 68% owner-occupied). Meanwhile, 19 streets score below 50 due to lower owner-occupation or public housing concentration above 5%.
How much deposit and weekly cashflow is needed to buy a median house in Lynwood?
At Lynwood’s median house price of $815,000, an 80% LVR purchase ($652,000 loan) requires approximately $202,120 in cash or usable home equity ($163,000 deposit plus around $39,120 for stamp duty and acquisition costs). At $750/wk rent and a 6.25% interest-only benchmark, estimated pre-tax cashflow is -$206/wk before tax deductions.
What is the housing supply pipeline and economic profile of Canning Council?
Lynwood is located in the Canning (WA) Local Government Area (population around 109,028, +9.2% 3yr growth). Annual building approvals sit at 1.3% of existing dwelling stock. Top employment sectors are Manufacturing (12%), Retail Trade (12%), Wholesale Trade (10%).
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