MANERA HEIGHTS
Investor score
41
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
$676,350
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
4.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-1.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MANERA HEIGHTS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MANERA HEIGHTS 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
$540/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
45 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
MANERA HEIGHTS 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 4.2% 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
$1,695/wk
$44k taxable p.a.
Renters
33.0%
62.9% owner-occupier
Median age
36.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.8%
Population growth
+0.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
28.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
850 m²
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
298.8 km
Regional
Days on market
67 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
38.6%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
283.5 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
118/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 2830
🏫Primary (11)
St Laurence's Catholic Primary School Dubbo
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Dubbo
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St John's Catholic Primary School Dubbo
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Dubbo Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Pius X Catholic Primary School Dubbo
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Ballimore Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Dubbo South Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Orana Heights Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Dubbo North Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Buninyong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Dubbo West Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
🎓Secondary (4)
St Johns College Dubbo
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Dubbo College Senior Campus
Government · Yrs 11-12
Dubbo College South Campus
Government · Yrs 7-10
Dubbo College Delroy Campus
Government · Yrs 7-10
📚Combined (6)
Central West Leadership Academy
Independent · Yrs K-12
Dubbo Christian School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Macquarie Anglican Grammar School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Burrabadine Christian Community School
Independent · Yrs K-10
Dubbo School of Distance Education
Government · Yrs P-12
Wambangalang Environmental Education Centre
Government
⭐Special (3)
Yawarra Community School
Government · Yrs U
Mian School
Government · Yrs U
Lincoln School
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
Safe0.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average23 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
16
/ 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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