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Perth Western Suburbs 6,805 people Built 1970s-90s

Building Inspections in City Beach, Perth

22 Defects indexed
19 In sample
6,805 Population

Stock profile · ABS 2021 Census

What’s here in City Beach

Separate houses
87.6%
Semi-detached / townhouse
5.3%
Flats & apartments
7.1%

2,309 occupied private dwellings

Local profile · ABS 2021 Census

Who lives in City Beach

Median age
47yrs
0
Industry reports covering this area
22
Defects indexed in City Beach
Suburb
19
n=19
Inspections sampled in DefectIndex

Indicative. Percentages grow more reliable as sample grows

Top defects in City Beach

Five issues we find most.

From 19 SURE inspections in City Beach. Each defect is anonymous. No property is identified.

22 defect types indexed across 19 inspections

  1. 01
    47.4%
    of inspections
    Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation
    Structural Moderate 10 cases Curated entry
  2. 02
    31.6%
    of inspections
    Unsealed Plumbing/Drains through Slabs
    Termite Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
  3. 03
    31.6%
    of inspections
    Common Cracks and Settlement in Pathways
    Finishes Minor 6 cases Curated entry
  4. 04
    52.6%
    of inspections
    Timber in Contact with Ground
    Termite Moderate 11 cases Curated entry
  5. 05
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Cracked Floor Tiles in Wet Areas
    Finishes Minor 6 cases Curated entry
  6. 06
    36.8%
    of inspections
    Downpipes Not Connected to Storm Water
    Drainage Moderate 7 cases Curated entry
  7. 07
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Inaccessible Roof Space Top Plates
    Termite Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
  8. 08
    78.9%
    of inspections
    External Wall Cracking Due to Settlement
    Structural Moderate 23 cases Curated entry
  9. 09
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Termite Damage in Tree Stump
    Termite Major 8 cases
  10. 10
    31.6%
    of inspections
    Concealed Internal Wall Areas (Termite Risk)
    Termite Moderate 6 cases Curated entry
  11. 11
    47.4%
    of inspections
  12. 12
    31.6%
    of inspections
    Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards
    Structural Major 6 cases Curated entry
  13. 13
    52.6%
    of inspections
    Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling
    Soil & Foundation Moderate 10 cases Curated entry
  14. 14
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Air Conditioner Overflow Not Diverted
    Plumbing Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
  15. 15
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Inadequate Slab Edge Exposure
    Soil & Foundation Moderate 5 cases
  16. 16
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Excess Moisture in Walls Adjacent to Wet Areas
    Moisture Major 5 cases Curated entry
  17. 17
    36.8%
    of inspections
    Undrained Air Conditioner Overflow
    Drainage Minor 7 cases Curated entry
  18. 18
    42.1%
    of inspections
    Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
    Finishes Cosmetic 8 cases
  19. 19
    31.6%
    of inspections
    External Door Paint Deterioration
    Finishes Cosmetic 6 cases
  20. 20
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Excessive Moisture Readings
    Moisture Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
  21. 21
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Restricted Roof Void Access due to Insulation
    Structural Moderate 5 cases Curated entry
  22. 22
    26.3%
    of inspections
    Mulch and Garden Beds Against House
    Termite Moderate 5 cases Curated entry

Common issues in City Beach

External Wall Cracking due to Settlement Concealed Slab Edge Bedroom 2 Ceiling/Cornice Join Crack
What's included in an inspection here

Inspecting
City Beach homes

For properties in City Beach, postcode 6015, our inspections reveal common issues in a smaller indicative sample of 19 reports. We frequently find External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, noted in 78.9% of reports, and Concealed Slab Edge in 47.4% of reports. Given the Tamala Limestone bedrock under Spearwood dune sand and direct exposure to Indian Ocean salt air, we also pay close attention to potential salt corrosion and lintel rust, which can drive coastal defect patterns. Our inspector, Kim Steele, focuses on these and other structural elements across the mixed housing stock, from pre-1970 coastal homes to 1970s-2000 brick-veneer properties and newer luxury builds.

DefectIndex

SURE has indexed 22 defects across 19 inspections in the Perth region. That data underlies every finding we report in City Beach.

Location

City Beach and surrounding suburbs

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FAQs — City Beach inspections

Questions we hear about City Beach

Who will conduct my inspection in City Beach?

Your inspection in City Beach, postcode 6015, will be conducted by Kim Steele. Kim is a certified inspector covering the Perth northern and north-eastern corridor, holding CPPHON4013 and CPPUPM3008 certifications.

What are the most common building defects found in City Beach?

Based on an indicative sample of 19 SURE inspections carried out in City Beach, the most common defects we identify are: External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Timber in Contact with Ground, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Trees in Close Proximity to Dwelling, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds.

Are termite or timber pest concerns common in City Beach?

Yes. Across 19 inspections in City Beach, the most common timber-pest findings include Timber in Contact with Ground, Slab Edge Concealed by Soil, Paving, or Raised Garden Beds, Termite Damage in Tree Stump. We recommend a timber-pest inspection alongside any pre-purchase building inspection here.

What structural issues are typical for homes in City Beach?

Common structural findings we record in City Beach include External Wall Cracking due to Settlement, Obstructed Roof Void due to Insulation, Timber Fungal Decay (Rot) in Fascia and Barge Boards. Each finding is reported alongside remedy recommendations and covered by 12 months free advice.

Is moisture a concern in City Beach homes?

Excess Moisture in Walls Adjacent to Wet Areas and Excessive Moisture Readings are among the moisture-related findings recorded across 19 inspections in City Beach. Our inspectors use moisture-meter readings to quantify any issue they detect.

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