HAPPY VALLEY
Investor score
52
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
$755,500
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
4.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-12.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for HAPPY VALLEY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
HAPPY VALLEY 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
$650/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+4.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-4.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.12%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
62 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
HAPPY VALLEY is a metropolitan SA suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 4.5% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental 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
$1,801/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
11.6%
83.6% owner-occupier
Median age
43.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.8%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
58%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
30.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
22.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
560 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
7.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
14.8 km
Middle ring
Days on market
30 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
10 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
11.7 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
1,166/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5159
🏫Primary (9)
Pilgrim School
Independent · Yrs R-6
School of the Nativity
Catholic · Yrs R-6
Craigburn Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Flagstaff Hill Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Our Saviour Lutheran School Happy Valley Incorporated
Independent · Yrs R-6
Happy Valley Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Braeview School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Aberfoyle Hub Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Thiele Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Aberfoyle Park High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
OneSchool Global SA
Independent · Yrs 3-12
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
Safe0.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average11 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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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