LOWER BUCCA
Investor score
51
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
$800,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-14.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LOWER BUCCA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LOWER BUCCA 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
$600/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+5.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-5.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
59 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
LOWER BUCCA 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 3.9% 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
$1,386/wk
$70k taxable p.a.
Renters
30.6%
66.2% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.6%
Population growth
+3.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
75%
9% apartments
Degree qualified
27.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
19.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.1 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.5%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
441.0 km
Regional
Days on market
37 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
47.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
49.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,184/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2450
🏫Primary (15)
Casuarina Steiner School
Independent · Yrs K-6
St Augustine's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Kororo Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Boambee Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Bonville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Karangi Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Narranga Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Orara Upper Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Glenreagh Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Nana Glen Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Coramba Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Ulong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Coffs Harbour Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tyalla Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lowanna Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (4)
St John Paul College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Coffs Harbour Senior College
Government · Yrs 11-12
Coffs Harbour High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Orara High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Bishop Druitt College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Coffs Harbour Christian Community School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Maam Giingana Gumbaynggirr
Independent · Yrs K-8
⭐Special (2)
Allegra School Coffs Harbour
Independent · Yrs 9-10
Coffs Harbour Learning Centre
Government · Yrs U
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
Safe0.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average24 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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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