Phuket
Thailand's largest island and premier beach destination. Phuket offers luxury villas, beachfront condos, and resort-style living — popular with international buyers, retirees, and holiday home investors.
Last updated: November 2026
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Area profile: Phuket
Everything we know about this area, from official Thai government and open sources.
Official land appraisal (municipal area)
Median appraisal
฿6,000 / sq. wah
Construction cost (province median)
People
432,464+3.3% since 2021
Gender split
Registered houses
303,160
Population density
789.1 people / km²
People per house
1.4
Environment
Air quality
Province-level reading
PM2.5 annual mean
8.1 µg/m³
WHO guideline: 5 µg/m³ PM2.5 / 15 µg/m³ PM10. Thai standard: 15 µg/m³ PM2.5 / 50 µg/m³ PM10.
Terrain & climate
Elevation range
292.9 m
Monthly rainfall
2,150 mm / year
Flood exposure
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Flash-flood terrain susceptibility
Sinkhole susceptibility (DMR)
Not assessed by DMR — this area has not been surveyed for sinkhole susceptibility.
Height above nearest drainage (10th percentile)
-1.5 m
Distance to nearest stream (10th percentile)
349 m
Terrain slope (90th percentile)
3.3%
Drought
Rainfall deficit vs 1981–2010+ normal (CHIRPS) — a meteorological reading, not soil moisture, and not a forecast.
Latest 3-month rainfall vs normal
71.3%
Share of 10-day periods in deficit (10y)
16.4%
Worst 3-month deficit (10y)
21.7%
Air quality
PM2.5 — OpenAQ
Reference-grade station
8.1 µg/m³
Amenities in Phuket
What's within reach — shops, schools, transit and more.
Shopping centers(5)Show
Supermarkets(5)Show
International schools(4)Show
Hospitals(5)Show
Gyms(5)Show
Coworking spaces(5)Show
Amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Projects in Phuket
Condos and developments in this area
Baan Rom Yen is a condominium project located in Rawai, Mueang Phuket, Phuket. Residents are about 5 minutes from both Chalong Beach and an elephant riding attraction, while Rawai Language School is roughly 1396 meters away. Phuket Airpark is approximately 37 minutes from the project. The surrounding Rawai area is a coastal subdistrict known for its access to nearby beaches, making it an appealing setting for those considering property in Phuket.
Living in Phuket
Local insights, lifestyle, and what to expect
432,464
Registered population
1
Projects
Overview
Phuket is Thailand's most internationally recognized resort destination and its most active luxury property market. The island offers a unique lifestyle proposition: tropical beaches, world-class marinas, international restaurants, and a well-developed infrastructure including an international airport with direct flights to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Property here ranges from affordable condos to ultra-luxury pool villas.
Neighborhoods at a Glance
- Mueang Phuket (Phuket Town) — The island's administrative center. Charming Sino-Portuguese architecture, local restaurants, and the most affordable property on the island. Popular with long-term residents who want authentic Thai-island living without resort prices.
- Kathu (Patong, Kamala, Kalim) — The entertainment and tourism hub. Patong is the nightlife center; Kamala is more upscale and family-friendly. Condo and villa prices vary wildly by proximity to the beach.
- Thalang (Bang Tao, Layan, Nai Thon) — The northwest coast. Luxury developments, Laguna Phuket resort complex, and premium pool villas. Bang Tao has the island's highest-end properties. Increasingly popular with Russian and Chinese buyers.
Who It's Best For
- Holiday home investors — Strong Airbnb/short-term rental market; 6–10% gross yields during peak season
- Retirees — Beach lifestyle, international hospitals (Bangkok Hospital Phuket), active social scene
- Luxury buyers — Pool villas, sea-view penthouses, marina living (Ao Po, Royal Phuket Marina)
- Families — International schools (British International School, HeadStart), safe gated communities
Price Guide
Phuket property pricing varies enormously by location. Affordable condos in Phuket Town start at 50,000–70,000 THB/sqm. Beachfront or sea-view condos in Kata, Karon, or Kamala range from 100,000–200,000 THB/sqm. Pool villas on the west coast start at 10–15 million THB and go well above 100 million THB for luxury estates. Rental yields for managed holiday units typically range from 5–8% gross.
Transportation
Phuket International Airport (HKT) is well-connected with direct flights to major Asian cities and seasonal European charters. On the island, there is no public rail — transport is by car, motorbike, or taxi. A light rail project connecting the airport to Phuket Town has been approved but is not yet under construction. Traffic on the main north-south road can be heavy during peak season.
Things to Know
- Phuket has a well-established condo market where foreigners can own freehold. For villas, leasehold (30+30+30 year) structures are standard.
- Monsoon season (May–October) brings rain and rough seas to the west coast. The east coast stays calmer year-round.
- Short-term rental regulations are evolving — verify that your unit is in a hotel-licensed project if you plan to do Airbnb-style rentals.
- Property management companies are widely available and essential for absentee owners with rental units.
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Frequently asked about Phuket
What's near Phuket?
Phuket has 35 supermarkets, 27 shopping centers, 18 hospitals, 14 parks, and 2,250 restaurants and cafés nearby, based on OpenStreetMap data. Nearby options include Robinson Lifestyle Thalang, Park Mall, and Premium Outlet.
What's the air quality like in Phuket?
Phuket's annual mean PM2.5 is 8.1 µg/m³, against a WHO guideline of 5 µg/m³ and a Thai standard of 15 µg/m³. This is a Province-level-level reading, not a station within the area itself.
Is Phuket at risk of flooding?
Phuket's flash-flood terrain susceptibility is Low.
What's the population of Phuket?
Phuket has a registered population of 432,464 (+3.3% since 2021).
What is the official land appraisal price in Phuket?
The Treasury Department's official land appraisal for Phuket (this subdistrict) is ฿6,000 per square wah (median) — an assessed value used for transfer fees and taxes, not a market price.
How much rain does Phuket get?
Phuket receives an average of 2,150 mm of rainfall per year, based on long-term climate data.
How bad is air pollution in Phuket?
According to OpenAQ reference-grade monitoring stations, the annual mean PM2.5 level in Phuket is 8.1 µg/m³.