MOUNT COLAH
Investor score
48
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
$1,597,500
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
2.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
5.0%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MOUNT COLAH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MOUNT COLAH 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
$850/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.43%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
45 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
MOUNT COLAH is a metropolitan NSW suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.8% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.0%
- 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
$2,505/wk
$72k taxable p.a.
Renters
17.8%
81.4% owner-occupier
Median age
40.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.1%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
18.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
78%
17% apartments
Degree qualified
51.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
30.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
600 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
7.5%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
24.2 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
35 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
59.5%
Balanced market
Walkability
23 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
19.7 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,310/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2079
🏫Primary (1)
Mount Colah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
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
Safe0.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Above average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
42
/ 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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