PHILLIP CREEK STATION
Investor score
47
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
4.5%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
1.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
4.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PHILLIP CREEK STATION
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PHILLIP CREEK STATION 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
$150/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
10.13%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
27 / 100
Soft demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PHILLIP CREEK STATION is a NT suburb offering moderate rental yield and moderate price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 4.5% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Elevated vacancy rate — monitor rental demand carefully
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,375/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.3%
11.6% owner-occupier
Median age
28.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.5%
Population growth
+0.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
6.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
76%
7% apartments
Degree qualified
23.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
7.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.4 ha
Large block
Household size
3.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
751.4 km
Regional
Days on market
115 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
19.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
321.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
20/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 0862
📚Combined (3)
Newcastle Waters School
Government · Yrs T-6
Elliott School
Government · Yrs T-10
Rockhampton Downs School
Government · Yrs 3-6
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
School quality
Disadvantaged3 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
28
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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