ELIZABETH WEST DC
Investor score
50
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
$667,500
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
1.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
4.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ELIZABETH WEST DC
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ELIZABETH WEST DC 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
$250/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+4.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.94%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+16.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real3.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
High supply risk
5-year price history
Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
ELIZABETH WEST DC is a metropolitan SA suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 1.9% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.8%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$944/wk
$84k taxable p.a.
Renters
47.0%
49.4% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
3.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
54%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
40.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
410 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.9%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
26.0 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
42 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
47 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
33.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,169/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5113
🏫Primary (6)
St Thomas More School
Catholic · Yrs R-6
Taparra Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Swallowcliffe School P-6
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Elizabeth North Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Elizabeth Downs Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Elizabeth Park Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
🎓Secondary (1)
St Patrick's Technical College
Catholic · Yrs 10-12
⭐Special (1)
Compass Catholic Community
Catholic · Yrs 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 crime17.5 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
31
/ 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
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