GLEN BOUGHTON
Investor score
48
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
3.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
3.3%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GLEN BOUGHTON
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GLEN BOUGHTON 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
$170/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.98%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
GLEN BOUGHTON is a QLD suburb offering moderate rental yield and steady 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 3.8% with stable tenant 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
$1,250/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
27.5%
63.0% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.9%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
14.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.8 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
6.0%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1376.3 km
Regional
Days on market
53 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
23.3 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
135/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4871
🏫Primary (14)
Mirriwinni State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
McDonnell Creek State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Aloomba State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Julatten State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Lakeland State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Georgetown State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mount Molloy State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bellenden Ker State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mena Creek State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mundoo State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mount Surprise State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Chillagoe State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Croydon State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Forsayth State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
📚Combined (1)
Yarrabah State School
Government · Yrs Prep-10
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
Moderate8.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average14 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
7
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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