PARAFIELD
Investor score
54
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
$730,000
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
2.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
9.2%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PARAFIELD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PARAFIELD 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
$309/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+8.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.87%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+13.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
PARAFIELD is a metropolitan SA suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.2% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 9.2% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$525/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.5%
17.6% owner-occupier
Median age
79.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.4%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
58%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
32.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
390 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
15.3 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
32 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
25 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
22.5 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
1,171/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime13.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
19
/ 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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