CLEAR ISLAND WATERS
Investor score
58
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
5.2%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
8.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for CLEAR ISLAND WATERS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CLEAR ISLAND WATERS 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
$1,000/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+11.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
70 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
CLEAR ISLAND WATERS is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and high rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Strong rental yield of 5.2%
- High annual growth of 8.1% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,729/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.7%
65.3% owner-occupier
Median age
40.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.5%
Population growth
+4.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
66%
27% apartments
Degree qualified
28.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
410 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
13.2%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
76.2 km
Regional
Days on market
26 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
56.4%
Balanced market
Walkability
60 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
10.2 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,037/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4226
🏫Primary (4)
St Vincent's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Robina State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Star of the Sea School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Merrimac State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (3)
St Michael's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
The Industry School - Gold Coast
Independent · Yrs 10-12
Robina State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
All Saints Anglican School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (1)
Arcadia College
Independent · Yrs 7-12
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
High crime12.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Above average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
24
/ 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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