BUDERIM
Investor score
53
Liveability score
55
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
Real$1,300,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real5.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BUDERIM 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.
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Median rent
$850/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.77%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
52 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
BUDERIM is a QLD suburb offering lower 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 3.4% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.0%
- 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
$1,687/wk
$34k taxable p.a.
Renters
23.0%
68.3% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.5%
Population growth
+0.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
17.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.6 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
11.8%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
85.6 km
Regional
Days on market
62 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
4 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
6.0 km
Near coast
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
14/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4556
🏫Primary (2)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (1)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (5)
Matthew Flinders Anglican College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
Montessori International College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
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
Safe5.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Top tier8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
18
/ 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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