MARSDEN POSTAL DEPOT
Investor score
61
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
1.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
7.5%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MARSDEN POSTAL DEPOT
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MARSDEN POSTAL DEPOT 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
$350/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+6.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.79%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+14.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
73 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
MARSDEN POSTAL DEPOT is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 1.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.5% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
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
$1,437/wk
$94k taxable p.a.
Renters
49.1%
48.5% owner-occupier
Median age
29.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.4%
Population growth
+5.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
3.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
51%
31% apartments
Degree qualified
32.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
450 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
16.3%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
24.2 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
30 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
59.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
40 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
3.5 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
3,229/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4132
🏫Primary (3)
Marsden State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Burrowes State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Crestmead State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
📚Combined (1)
St Francis College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-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
High crime17.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
32
/ 100
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
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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