KIRKWOOD
Investor score
49
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
10.6%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.3%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KIRKWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KIRKWOOD 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
$570/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
7.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.19%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
KIRKWOOD 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 10.6%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.3%
- 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
$1,746/wk
$46k taxable p.a.
Renters
36.0%
61.5% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.3%
Population growth
+2.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
83%
4% apartments
Degree qualified
16.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.7%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
460.9 km
Regional
Days on market
60 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
24.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
119.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
123/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4680
🏫Primary (14)
Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Gladstone Central State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Tannum Sands State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Builyan State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Nagoorin State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Boyne Island State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Benaraby State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Gladstone West State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Calliope State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Kin Kora State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Clinton State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Gladstone South State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (6)
Chanel College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Clearview Christian College
Independent · Yrs 7-10
Tannum Sands State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Toolooa State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Calliope State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Gladstone State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (2)
Trinity College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Faith Baptist Christian School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (1)
Rosella Park School
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
Safe6.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average23 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
7
/ 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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