SA5160· Pop. 23Marion

LONSDALE DC

GrowthStrong momentum, tight vacancy, rising population — in the sweet spot

Investor score

61

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

$985,000

SA Gov · 2026

Rent yield

1.0%

computed from govt data

Annual growth

-37.9%

annualised from govt data

Vacancy rate

1.0%

modelled estimate

AI insights for LONSDALE DC

Investment analysis, risks & comparisons

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LONSDALE DC 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.

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Median price sourced from SA Gov · 2026 — real government transaction data. Growth, demand and vacancy figures remain modelled estimates.

Median rent

$190/wk

SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026

Demand change

+6.3%

annual shift

Yield × growth index

-18.4

combined signal

Net yield (est.)

2.21%

after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance

5-yr growth (CAGR)

+12.1%

est. compound, long-run avg

10-yr growth (CAGR)

+8.1%

est. compound, long-run avg

Rental demand

63 / 100

Strong demand

Supply pipeline

Real

3.7%

new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25

High supply risk

5-year price history

2024
$2550k
2026
$985k

Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources

Market overview

LONSDALE DC is a metropolitan SA suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.

Highlights

  • Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
  • Rental yield 1.0% with stable tenant demand
  • Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
  • Access to national transport network and amenities

Risk factors

  • High entry price may limit buyer pool
  • Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
  • Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions

Community profile

Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23

Median household income

$725/wk

$85k taxable p.a.

Renters

60.0%

52.5% owner-occupier

Median age

48.0 yrs

Unemployment

4.3%

Population growth

+2.7% p.a.

Investor-owned

15.0%

of all dwellings (ATO)

Houses

59%

36% apartments

Degree qualified

33.3%

bachelor's or higher (ABS)

Work from home

19.8%

of employed residents (ABS Census)

Median lot size

500 m²

Standard block

Household size

2.2 persons

avg per dwelling (ABS Census)

Short-term rental

6.7%

Some Airbnb activity

Market activity

Distance to CBD

22.1 km

Outer suburbs

Days on market

33 days

Normal turnover

Auction clearance

67.5%

Strong demand

Walkability

20 / 100

Some errands walkable

Coastal proximity

14.9 km

Coastal fringe

NBN technology

FTTN

Standard — fibre to node

Population density

1,167/km²

Suburban

Liveability & safety

Safety index

High crime
37/ 100

18.8 offences / 100 persons

Source: SA Police · 2024-25

School quality

Above average
1069ICSEA · national avg 1000

6 schools in postcode area

Source: ACARA My School 2025

Transit access

Good
41/ 100
🚆 4 train🚌 48 bus

Source: State GTFS feeds

Gentrification signal

31

/ 100

Early signs

Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.

Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality

Environmental risk

🌊

Flood risk

none

Source: State GIS flood zone data

🔥

Bushfire risk

low

Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data

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Storm risk

low

Coastal exposure + state climate

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