GALONG
Investor score
46
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
$265,000
NSW VG · 2025
Rent yield
3.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-16.7%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GALONG
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GALONG 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
$200/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-6.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.05%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
-3.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
47 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2025 · all sources
Market overview
GALONG is a NSW suburb offering moderate rental yield and moderate 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 3.9% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,111/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
16.0%
66.7% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.9%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
9% apartments
Degree qualified
23.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
880 m²
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
261.2 km
Regional
Days on market
58 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
43.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
212.5 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
66/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe0.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
18
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
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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