HUNTINGWOOD
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
$960,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.3%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-12.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for HUNTINGWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
HUNTINGWOOD 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
$600/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-4.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.69%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
HUNTINGWOOD 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 3.3% 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
$1,800/wk
$97k taxable p.a.
Renters
40.2%
56.9% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.2%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
57%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
43.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
19.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
420 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
30.1 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
72.3%
Strong demand
Walkability
62 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
30.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,949/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2148
🏫Primary (12)
St Andrews Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St Michael's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St Patrick's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Blacktown North Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Blacktown South Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Marayong South Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Shelley Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Walters Road Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Blacktown West Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lynwood Park Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Marayong Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Marayong Heights Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (7)
St Andrews College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Blacktown Boys High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Nagle College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Blacktown Girls High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Patrician Brothers' College Blacktown
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Mitchell High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Evans High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (2)
Tyndale Christian School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Ebenezer Christian College
Independent · Yrs K-10
⭐Special (1)
Coreen School
Government · Yrs U
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
Safe1.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average22 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
35
/ 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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