COONAMIA
Investor score
49
Liveability score
36
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
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.2.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
Est.6.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.0.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for COONAMIA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
COONAMIA 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
$185/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+7.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.84%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
51 / 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
COONAMIA is a SA suburb offering lower rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 2.8% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.9%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$1,060/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.1%
65.3% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.9%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
75%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
26.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
8.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
197.5 km
Regional
Days on market
91 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
36.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
34.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
67/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 5540
🏫Primary (5)
Government · Yrs R-6 · Outer Regional
Government · Yrs R-6 · Outer Regional
Government · Yrs U, R-6 · Outer Regional
Port Pirie West Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6 · Outer Regional
Government · Yrs R-6 · Outer Regional
🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs U, 7-12 · Outer Regional
📚Combined (2)
Catholic · Yrs R-12 · Outer Regional
Independent · Yrs R-12 · Outer Regional
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs U · Outer Regional
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
Safe0.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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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