CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Investor score
54
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
1.7%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
2.7%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 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
$322/wk
weekly
Demand change
+2.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.65%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
56 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real2.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT is a metropolitan ACT suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 1.7% 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
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,116/wk
$103k taxable p.a.
Renters
39.1%
56.6% owner-occupier
Median age
47.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.6%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
21%
72% apartments
Degree qualified
72.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
27.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
90 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
6.2%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
5.3 km
Middle ring
Days on market
26 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
69.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
143.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
10,188/km²
Very dense urban
Liveability & safety
School quality
Above average3 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
45
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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