ALEXANDRA
Investor score
57
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
3.7%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.5%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ALEXANDRA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ALEXANDRA shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$340/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.91%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
64 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
High supply risk
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
ALEXANDRA is a QLD suburb offering moderate rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 3.7% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.5%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,839/wk
$54k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.6%
64.1% owner-occupier
Median age
38.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.5%
Population growth
+2.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
87%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
16.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
850 m²
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
791.1 km
Regional
Days on market
34 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
35.7%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
25.7 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
823/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4740
🏫Primary (21)
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Emmanuel Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Northview State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
MacKillop Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Mackay West State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Glenella State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Homebush State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Alligator Creek State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Fitzgerald State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Chelona State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Eimeo Road State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mackay North State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Victoria Park State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Beaconsfield State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Dundula State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mackay Central State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Andergrove State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Slade Point State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (6)
Holy Spirit College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
St Patrick's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Mackay North State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Mackay Northern Beaches State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Mackay State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Pioneer State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Whitsunday Anglican School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Mackay Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Carlisle Adventist College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (2)
Mackay District Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-12
Kutta Mulla Gorinna Special Assistance School
Independent · Yrs 7-12
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate9.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average32 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
19
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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