GIBSON DESERT SOUTH
Investor score
53
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
1.4%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
7.4%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GIBSON DESERT SOUTH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GIBSON DESERT SOUTH 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
$75/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026
Demand change
+6.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.54%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
GIBSON DESERT SOUTH is a WA suburb offering lower 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
- Rental yield 1.4% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.4% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,213/wk
$42k taxable p.a.
Renters
72.8%
4.8% owner-occupier
Median age
29.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.9%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
5.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
77%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
23.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.5 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1258.2 km
Regional
Days on market
57 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
27.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
868.5 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
8/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 0872
🎓Secondary (1)
Yirara College
Independent · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (40)
Yulara School
Government · Yrs T-11
Fregon Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Titjikala School
Government · Yrs T-7
Finke School
Government · Yrs T-7
Stirling School
Government · Yrs 1-7
Nyangatjatjara College
Independent · Yrs T-10
Mbunghara School
Government · Yrs 1-10
Mutitjulu School
Government · Yrs T-6
Ti Tree School
Government · Yrs T-10
Harts Range School
Government · Yrs T-9
Alekarenge School
Government · Yrs T-11
Murray Downs School
Government · Yrs T-10
Yuendumu School
Government · Yrs T-12
Haasts Bluff School
Government · Yrs T-7
Wallace Rockhole School
Government · Yrs T-6
Ltyentye Apurte Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs T-12
Mount Allan School
Government · Yrs T-10
Ampilatwatja School
Government · Yrs T-12
Neutral Junction School
Government · Yrs 1-10
Ntaria School
Government · Yrs T-12
Alcoota School
Government · Yrs T-8
Willowra School
Government · Yrs T-11
Mulga Bore School
Government · Yrs T-11
Arlparra School
Government · Yrs T-12
Areyonga School
Government · Yrs 1-6
Papunya School
Government · Yrs T-12
Bonya School
Government · Yrs T-6
Nyirripi School
Government · Yrs T-7
Canteen Creek School
Government · Yrs T-11
Laramba School
Government · Yrs T-10
Epenarra School
Government · Yrs T-9
Watiyawanu School
Government · Yrs T-6
Walungurru School
Government · Yrs T-6
Pipalyatjara Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Ngaanyatjarra Lands School
Government · Yrs K-12
Kenmore Park Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Murputja Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Ernabella Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Indulkana Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-12
Mimili Anangu School
Government · Yrs R-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
School quality
Disadvantaged34 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
23
/ 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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