BARDEN RIDGE
Investor score
51
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
$1,665,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-11.2%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BARDEN RIDGE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BARDEN RIDGE 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
$1,000/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+5.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-4.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.08%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
BARDEN RIDGE is a metropolitan NSW suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.1% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,743/wk
$94k taxable p.a.
Renters
9.7%
89.0% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.1%
Population growth
+2.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
21.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
56%
28% apartments
Degree qualified
40.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
21.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
460 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
9.4%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
25.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
24 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
66.7%
Strong demand
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
16.6 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
2,638/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 2234
🏫Primary (6)
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Tharawal Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Bangor Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Illawong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Alfords Point Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Menai Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Aquinas Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Menai High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Inaburra School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Shire Christian School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Lucas Heights Community School
Government · Yrs K-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
Safe0.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Above average11 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
29
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
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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