13/01/2025
Mortgage interest rates in Australia have experienced significant fluctuations over the past several decades. Here’s an overview of their historical trends:
1970s to 1980s: Interest rates began to climb, surpassing 8% in 1973. By March 1982, rates had risen to approximately 13%, continuing upward to reach a peak of 17% in June 1989.
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1990s: Following the 1989 peak, rates declined sharply, returning to around 10.5% by June 1995.
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2000s to 2010s: The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) adjusted the cash rate in response to economic conditions, influencing mortgage rates accordingly. For instance, in November 2010, the standard variable rate was 7.81% when the cash rate was 4.75%.
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2020s: In November 2020, the RBA reduced the cash rate to a record low of 0.10%, leading to mortgage rates dropping to around 2%. However, by November 2024, the average mortgage rate had increased to 6.11%.
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Specifically, in Western Australia, the average owner-occupier home loan interest rate was approximately 6.36% as of November 2024.
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*For the most current and detailed information on lenders’ interest rates, the Reserve Bank of Australia provides updated statistics.