NORTHLANDS
Investor score
52
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
7.1%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.8%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for NORTHLANDS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
NORTHLANDS 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
$340/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026
Demand change
+6.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.98%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
NORTHLANDS is a WA suburb offering high rental yield and strong 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 7.1%
- Consistent annual growth of 6.8%
- 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
$1,190/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
23.9%
69.1% owner-occupier
Median age
39.3 yrs
Unemployment
6.1%
Population growth
+1.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.1%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
85%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
18.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
7.7%
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
3.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
731.8 km
Regional
Days on market
48 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
23.4%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
697.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
146/km²
Low density
Liveability & safety
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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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