NEWMAN
Investor score
54
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
19.6%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.3%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for NEWMAN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
NEWMAN 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
$680/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
12.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.42%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
NEWMAN is a WA suburb offering high rental yield and steady price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Strong rental yield of 19.6%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.3%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,850/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
77.2%
11.3% owner-occupier
Median age
33.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.6%
Population growth
+1.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
19.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
78%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
26.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
8.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1049.0 km
Regional
Days on market
64 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
23.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
336.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
130/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 6753
🏫Primary (2)
Newman Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
South Newman Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Newman Senior High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Rawa Community School
Independent · Yrs PP-12
Parnngurr Community School
Independent · Yrs PP-12
Jigalong Remote Community 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
School quality
Disadvantaged5 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
30
/ 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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