DOUGLAS
Investor score
60
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
6.0%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for DOUGLAS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
DOUGLAS 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
$564/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.53%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
65 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
DOUGLAS is a QLD suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 6.0%
- Consistent annual growth of 6.6%
- 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
$1,717/wk
$58k taxable p.a.
Renters
37.5%
59.6% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+3.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
27.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
9.2%
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
16.6%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1112.0 km
Regional
Days on market
53 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
44.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
47 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
7.4 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
498/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4814
🏫Primary (9)
Annandale State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Enkindle Village School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
Riverside Adventist School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
Holy Spirit Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Cranbrook State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Aitkenvale State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Heatley State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Garbutt State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Vincent State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (4)
Ignatius Park College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Tec-NQ
Independent · Yrs 10-12
William Ross State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Heatley Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (4)
Annandale Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Southern Cross Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-12
Calvary Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Townsville Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (1)
Eaton College
Independent · Yrs U
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 crime14.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average18 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
30
/ 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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