LAKE ST CLAIR
Investor score
47
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
9.4%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
0.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
2.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LAKE ST CLAIR
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LAKE ST CLAIR 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
$270/wk
weekly
Demand change
+0.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
7.06%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
41 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
LAKE ST CLAIR is a TAS 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 9.4%
- 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
$1,197/wk
$38k taxable p.a.
Renters
21.7%
74.6% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.9%
Population growth
+0.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
7.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
2% apartments
Degree qualified
19.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
7.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
960 m²
Large block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.3%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
80.6 km
Regional
Days on market
92 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
12.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
80.6 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
70/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 7140
🏫Primary (5)
Molesworth Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Brigid's Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
New Norfolk Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Westerway Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Fairview Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
New Norfolk High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Glenora District School
Government · Yrs K-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
School quality
Below average7 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
13
/ 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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