We are thinking about making the move from Sydney to WA. Is it all it is cracked up to be?

Question

We are currently living in Sydney, paying huge amounts of rent etc etc. Has anyone else made the move from Sydney to WA and did it pay off? or are you no better off than when you were in Sydney?

Answer 1

I did it and love it!!! Best place ever. Depends what industry you are in too. Mine's mining so we do well.

Housing is cheaper, just!

Petrol is cheaper, just!!

Beautiful beaches and red dirt. What more could you want

And friendly people

Answer 2

Perhaps a few years ago yes, but not now. Inflation has hit Perth drastically leaving very little difference between the two cities.

If you want to save money and want a cheaper living expenses, consider moving to a regional city such as Wollongong or Newcastle. Still close enough to the city but somewhat cheaper.

Answer 3

What have you heard it "cracked up to be"?

If nothing else, Perth is physically smaller so you spend less on travel and fuel.

It really depends on which suburbs you live in, or if you go to somewhere outside Perth.