PALMER
Investor score
53
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
5.7%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
3.4%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PALMER
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PALMER 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
$225/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.83%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
54 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PALMER is a SA 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 5.7%
- 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
$1,192/wk
$42k taxable p.a.
Renters
4.0%
92.6% owner-occupier
Median age
50.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.0%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
9.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
76%
9% apartments
Degree qualified
18.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.9 ha
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.1%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
55.2 km
Regional
Days on market
71 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
38.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
63.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
138/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 5237
🏫Primary (1)
Palmer Primary School
Government · Yrs R-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
High crime2.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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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