NSW2165· Pop. 18,596Cumberland

FAIRFIELD

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

$1,022,500

NSW VG · 2026

Rent yield

Real

3.0%

computed from govt data

Annual growth

Real

-18.2%

annualised from govt data

Vacancy rate

Est.

2.0%

modelled estimate

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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons

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FAIRFIELD 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 NSW VG · 2026 — real government transaction data. Growth, demand and vacancy figures remain modelled estimates.

Median rent

$600/wk

NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026

Demand change

+2.4%

annual shift

Yield × growth index

-7.6

combined signal

Net yield (est.)

1.69%

after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance

5-yr growth (CAGR)

+3.8%

est. compound, long-run avg

10-yr growth (CAGR)

+7.7%

est. compound, long-run avg

Rental demand

55 / 100

Strong demand

Supply pipeline

Est.

0.7%

new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate

Low supply pressure

5-year price history

2020

$702k

2021

$849k

2022

$850k

2023

$880k

2024

$1.05m

2025

$1.25m

2026

$1.02m

Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources

Market overview

FAIRFIELD is a metropolitan NSW suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.

Highlights

Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
Rental yield 3.0% with stable tenant demand
Access to national transport network and amenities

Risk factors

High entry price may limit buyer pool
Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions

Community profile

Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23

Median household income

$1,225/wk

$97k taxable p.a.

Renters

48.6%

48.0% owner-occupier

Median age

38.0 yrs

Unemployment

2.2%

Population growth

+3.2% p.a.

Investor-owned

14.0%

of all dwellings (ATO)

Houses

58%

35% apartments

Degree qualified

49.8%

bachelor's or higher (ABS)

Work from home

23.0%

of employed residents (ABS Census)

Median lot size

480 m²

Standard block

Household size

2.4 persons

avg per dwelling (ABS Census)

Short-term rental

8.8%

Active STR market

Market activity

Distance to CBD

24.2 km

Outer suburbs

Days on market

33 days

Normal turnover

Auction clearance

71.9%

Strong demand

Walkability

66 / 100

Very walkable

Coastal proximity

23.5 km

Coastal fringe

NBN technology

FTTC

Good — fibre to curb

Population density

1,996/km²

Suburban

Schools in postcode 2165

🏫6 Primary🎓4 Secondary⭐2 Special

ACARA 2025

🏫Primary (6)

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School

Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities

ICSEA 997(45%)

691 students18:1 student–teacher55% girls12% top SEA quarter

Villawood North Public School