GLENWOOD
Investor score
58
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
$1,680,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
2.6%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
1.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GLENWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GLENWOOD 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
$850/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.13%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
46 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
GLENWOOD 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 2.6% 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 2022–23Median household income
$2,981/wk
$77k taxable p.a.
Renters
20.0%
78.3% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.3%
Population growth
+1.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
25.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
59%
24% apartments
Degree qualified
50.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
29.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
580 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
30.2 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
34 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.1%
Balanced market
Walkability
34 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
30.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,232/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2768
🏫Primary (4)
Caddies Creek Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Holy Cross Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St John XXIII Catholic College (Primary)
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Parklea Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
St John XXIII Catholic College (Secondary)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Glenwood High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
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
Safe1.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Top tier6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
49
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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