GALSTON
Investor score
57
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
$3,425,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
1.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
12.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GALSTON
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GALSTON 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
$800/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.52%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
GALSTON is a metropolitan NSW suburb with strong 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 1.2% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 12.3% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,400/wk
$97k taxable p.a.
Renters
12.7%
80.6% owner-occupier
Median age
46.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.2%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
22.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
52%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
45.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
26.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
540 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.5%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
38.4 km
Regional
Days on market
29 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
72.4%
Strong demand
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
26.3 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
2,014/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 2159
🏫Primary (2)
Arcadia Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Galston Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Galston High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Northholm Grammar School
Independent · Yrs K-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
Safe0.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Above average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
38
/ 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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