LONGWOOD
Investor score
60
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
$1,304,000
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
5.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
5.4%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
0.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LONGWOOD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LONGWOOD 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
$1,450/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+7.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.33%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+11.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
High supply risk
5-year price history
Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
LONGWOOD is a metropolitan SA suburb with steady capital growth momentum and high rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Strong rental yield of 5.8%
- Consistent annual growth of 5.4%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,033/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
7.5%
89.5% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.5%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
51%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
28.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
400 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
9.0%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
23.1 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
28 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
24.6 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,167/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5153
🏫Primary (5)
Heathfield Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Macclesfield Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Scott Creek Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Echunga Primary and Preschool
Government · Yrs R-6
Mylor Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Heathfield High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
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
Moderate7.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
24
/ 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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