BOOROLONG
Investor score
41
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
$655,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
4.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BOOROLONG
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BOOROLONG 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
$480/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
43 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
BOOROLONG is a NSW suburb offering moderate rental yield and steady 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 3.8% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.3%
- 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
$1,459/wk
$41k taxable p.a.
Renters
35.0%
61.5% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.1%
Population growth
+0.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
4% apartments
Degree qualified
30.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.6 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.4%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
419.6 km
Regional
Days on market
72 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
30.6%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
139.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
71/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2350
🏫Primary (10)
Kellys Plains Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Martins Gully Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Mary's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Ben Venue Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Armidale City Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Sandon Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Drummond Memorial Public School
Government · Yrs K-10
Newling Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Minimbah Primary School
Independent · Yrs K-6
Chandler Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
O'Connor Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Armidale Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (6)
The Armidale School
Independent · Yrs K-12
PLC Armidale
Independent · Yrs K-12
The Armidale Waldorf School
Independent · Yrs K-11
New England Girls' School
Independent · Yrs K-12
OneSchool Global NSW - Armidale
Independent · Yrs 3-12
Thalgarrah Environmental Education Centre
Government
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
Safe0.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: 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
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