BUSBY
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
$1,108,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
0.7%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BUSBY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BUSBY 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
$650/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+5.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.78%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
BUSBY 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 3.0% with stable tenant 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
$1,387/wk
$97k taxable p.a.
Renters
39.6%
57.0% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.4%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
50%
35% apartments
Degree qualified
47.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
28.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
580 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.8%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
31.3 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
31 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
71.9%
Strong demand
Walkability
46 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
28.1 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
HFCFast — fibre to node + coaxial
Population density
1,995/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2168
🏫Primary (10)
St Therese Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Green Valley Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Hinchinbrook Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Cartwright Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Busby West Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Busby Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Ashcroft Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Sadleir Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Miller Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Heckenberg Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (5)
Good Samaritan Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Hoxton Park High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
James Busby High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Miller High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Ashcroft High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Minarah College
Independent · 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
Moderate2.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
33
/ 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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