KOORAWATHA
Investor score
43
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
$205,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
5.6%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-29.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KOORAWATHA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KOORAWATHA 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
$220/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-12.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
KOORAWATHA is a NSW suburb offering high rental yield and moderate 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 5.6%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- 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
$806/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
12.4%
78.8% owner-occupier
Median age
52.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.3%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
17.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
244.9 km
Regional
Days on market
44 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
38.4%
Buyer's market
Walkability
11 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
219.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
11/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate2.5 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
10
/ 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
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