JERVIS ISLAND
Investor score
55
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
2.4%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
5.2%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for JERVIS ISLAND
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
JERVIS ISLAND 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
$148/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.84%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
JERVIS ISLAND is a QLD suburb offering lower 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 2.4% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.2%
- 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
$1,362/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
80.9%
10.4% owner-occupier
Median age
28.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.5%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
16.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
2212.8 km
Regional
Days on market
59 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
9 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
673.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
80/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4875
🏫Primary (1)
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart School Waiben
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
📚Combined (1)
Tagai State College
Government · Yrs Prep-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
Safe7.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Disadvantaged2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
12
/ 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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