HELENSVALE
Investor score
62
Liveability 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
Real$1,320,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real4.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real8.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for HELENSVALE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
HELENSVALE 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.
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Median rent
$1,150/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
68 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
HELENSVALE is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 4.5% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.0% — 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
$1,977/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
22.9%
73.8% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.7%
Population growth
+4.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
58%
28% apartments
Degree qualified
38.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
21.9%
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
13.1%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
55.4 km
Regional
Days on market
37 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
57.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
23 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
13.2 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,018/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4212
🏫Primary (1)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (1)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
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
High crime14.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
40
/ 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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