KINGFISHER BAY RESORT
Investor score
48
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
6.5%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.0%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KINGFISHER BAY RESORT
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KINGFISHER BAY RESORT 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
$340/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
KINGFISHER BAY RESORT is a QLD suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 6.5%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.0%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$1,109/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.2%
69.6% owner-occupier
Median age
51.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.4%
Population growth
+1.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
78%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
10.4%
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
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.7%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
231.1 km
Regional
Days on market
45 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
27.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
8 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
22.3 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
48/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4655
🏫Primary (7)
Star of the Sea Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Kawungan State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Sandy Strait State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Yarrilee State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Urangan Point State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Pialba State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Torquay State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Hervey Bay State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Urangan State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (4)
Fraser Coast Anglican College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
St James Lutheran College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Xavier Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-12
Bayside Christian College Hervey Bay
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (2)
Hervey Bay Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-12
Carinity Education - Glendyne
Independent · Yrs 6-12
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
Moderate10.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average15 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
6
/ 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
Live suburb intelligence
Fetching live data…Location
Properties in KINGFISHER BAY RESORT
View listingsLocal professionals
Connect with agents and building inspectors who operate in KINGFISHER BAY RESORT. Ask about off-market opportunities, rental appraisals, or arrange a building inspection.
Sign in to contact local professionals
Create a free account to message agents and inspectors directly.
Premium feature
Full suburb intelligence is available to Premium subscribers. Unlock unlimited research, scoring, and market signals.
Upgrade to Premium