DOTSWOOD
Investor score
63
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
2.5%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.2%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for DOTSWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
DOTSWOOD 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
$220/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.49%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
DOTSWOOD is a QLD 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 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.2%
- 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
$1,341/wk
$57k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.8%
64.9% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
76%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
31.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.8%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1040.4 km
Regional
Days on market
62 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
44.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
142.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
491/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4820
🏫Primary (3)
Charters Towers Central State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Millchester State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Richmond Hill State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Charters Towers State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (4)
Blackheath and Thornburgh College
Independent · Yrs Prep-11
All Souls St Gabriels School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Charters Towers School of Distance Education
Government · Yrs Prep-12
Columba Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-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 crime13.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
36
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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