QLD4551Sunshine Coast

DIAMOND HEAD

EstablishedSteady performer with reliable demand and moderate capital growth

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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

$345,000

Verified research · 2026

Rent yield

Real

6.8%

computed from govt data

Annual growth

Real

5.7%

annualised from govt data

Vacancy rate

Est.

1.3%

modelled estimate

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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons

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DIAMOND HEAD 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 price sourced from Verified research · 2026 — real government transaction data. Growth, demand and vacancy figures remain modelled estimates.

Median rent

$450/wk

QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026

Demand change

+5.7%

annual shift

Yield × growth index

6.2

combined signal

Net yield (est.)

5.02%

after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance

5-yr growth (CAGR)

+5.3%

est. compound, long-run avg

10-yr growth (CAGR)

+5.4%

est. compound, long-run avg

Rental demand

55 / 100

Strong demand

Supply pipeline

Est.

1.0%

new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate

Low supply pressure

5-year price history

No price history available.

Source: Verified research · 2026 · all sources

Market overview

DIAMOND HEAD is a QLD suburb offering high rental yield and steady 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 6.8%
Consistent annual growth of 5.7%
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 2022–23

Median household income

$1,489/wk

$34k taxable p.a.

Renters

28.8%

67.8% owner-occupier

Median age

44.0 yrs

Unemployment

4.5%

Population growth

+0.5% p.a.

Investor-owned

13.0%

of all dwellings (ATO)

Houses

89%

6% apartments

Degree qualified

11.6%

bachelor's or higher (ABS)

Work from home

13.2%

of employed residents (ABS Census)

Median lot size

2.7 ha

Large block

Household size

2.8 persons

avg per dwelling (ABS Census)

Short-term rental

3.3%

Some Airbnb activity

Market activity

Distance to CBD

70.8 km

Regional

Days on market

47 days

Slower market

Auction clearance

29.0%

Buyer's market

Walkability

23 / 100

Some errands walkable

Coastal proximity

21.7 km

Coastal fringe

NBN technology

FTTN

Standard — fibre to node

Population density

31/km²

Rural / semi-rural

Schools in postcode 4551

🏫7 Primary🎓2 Secondary📚6 Combined⭐1 Special

ACARA 2025

🏫Primary (7)

Our Lady of the Rosary School

Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities

ICSEA 1092(82%)

321 students17:1 student–teacher58% girls35% top SEA quarter

Currimundi State School