CULLINGA
Investor score
44
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
$375,000
NSW VG · 2025
Rent yield
8.3%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-20.2%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for CULLINGA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CULLINGA 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
$600/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-5.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.19%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
CULLINGA is a NSW suburb offering high rental yield and moderate 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 8.3%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,416/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
14.8%
83.5% owner-occupier
Median age
54.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
95%
1% apartments
Degree qualified
23.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.8%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
283.4 km
Regional
Days on market
58 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
25.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
233.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
89/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate2.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
9
/ 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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