LOWER BOTTLE CREEK
Investor score
47
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
$487,500
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
4.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-36.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LOWER BOTTLE CREEK
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LOWER BOTTLE CREEK 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
$380/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-16.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.48%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
52 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
LOWER BOTTLE CREEK is a NSW suburb offering moderate 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
- Rental yield 4.0% with stable tenant demand
- 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
$847/wk
$51k taxable p.a.
Renters
15.4%
76.9% owner-occupier
Median age
54.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.4%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
88%
3% apartments
Degree qualified
16.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.3 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.2%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
577.0 km
Regional
Days on market
42 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
30.4%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
94.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
142/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 2469
🏫Primary (6)
Chatsworth Island Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Drake Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Rappville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Mummulgum Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Old Bonalbo Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tabulam Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
📚Combined (1)
Bonalbo Central 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
Safety index
Safe0.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Disadvantaged7 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
8
/ 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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