CARINA NORTH
Investor score
58
Liveability score
69
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$775,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real6.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CARINA NORTH 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
$450/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.27%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
71 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Real2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
Market overview
CARINA NORTH is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.0% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.3%
- 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
$2,318/wk
$96k taxable p.a.
Renters
27.3%
70.0% owner-occupier
Median age
38.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+6.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
19%
70% apartments
Degree qualified
48.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
28.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
160 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
14.5%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
7.9 km
Middle ring
Days on market
38 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
58.4%
Balanced market
Walkability
63 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
7.5 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
4,074/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4152
🏫Primary (6)
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Camp Hill State Infants and Primary School
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (1)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (2)
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
High crime16.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Top tier9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
47
/ 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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