CALOUNDRA BC
Investor score
50
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
6.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
5.7%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for CALOUNDRA BC
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CALOUNDRA BC 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
$450/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.89%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
53 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
CALOUNDRA BC is a QLD suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 6.8%
- Consistent annual growth of 5.7%
- 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
$1,489/wk
$34k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.8%
67.8% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
7.1%
Population growth
+0.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
14.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.7 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
71.6 km
Regional
Days on market
54 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
13 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
20.1 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
42/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4551
🏫Primary (7)
Our Lady of the Rosary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Currimundi State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Talara Primary College
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Baringa State Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Caloundra State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Nirimba State Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Golden Beach State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Baringa State Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
Caloundra State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (6)
Pacific Lutheran College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Caloundra City Private School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Notre Dame College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-7
Unity College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-12
Caloundra Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Meridan State College
Government · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (1)
Currimundi Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-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
Moderate10.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
12
/ 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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