BALHANNAH
Investor score
47
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
$1,550,000
SA Gov · 2025
Rent yield
1.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
83.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BALHANNAH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BALHANNAH 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
$580/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+2.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
42.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.19%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
BALHANNAH is a SA suburb offering lower 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 1.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 83.3% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,851/wk
$42k taxable p.a.
Renters
13.8%
83.9% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
79%
9% apartments
Degree qualified
25.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.9 ha
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.0%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
21.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
88 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
38.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
13 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
26.8 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
96/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime1.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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
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