Housing is the most important asset for Australian households. The Kimberley region’s housing market faces significant affordability and availability challenges, limiting options for both residents and workers. The housing landscape is shaped by a shrinking pipeline of new housing, rising rental costs outpacing modest growth in home values, as well as broader economic and social pressures. Compared to Perth, home ownership rates are markedly lower, with a greater reliance on social and employer-provided housing. Combined with a limited supply of private rentals, these factors continue to place pressure on the housing market.

The Kimberley Development Commission works towards a future where the region’s housing conditions are similar to the rest of Australia. This means that the families of the region will have access to affordable housing in well-serviced and well-maintained settlements delivering high standards of amenity.

This snapshot below provides an interactive overview of the most up-to-date housing data for the Kimberley region. You can explore key metrics, trends, and insights by interacting with the visualizations on the dashboard.

For additional information, simply hover over any data point. A tooltip will appear, providing a detailed explanation of that specific dataset.