PICTON EAST
Investor score
76
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
2.1%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
11.8%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PICTON EAST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PICTON EAST 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
$200/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026
Demand change
+12.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.35%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+11.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
73 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PICTON EAST is a WA suburb offering lower 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
- Rental yield 2.1% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 11.8% — outperforming state average
- 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
$741/wk
$60k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.3%
56.5% owner-occupier
Median age
61.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.5%
Population growth
+2.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
20.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
22.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
790 m²
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
10.4%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
156.5 km
Regional
Days on market
26 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
38.6%
Buyer's market
Walkability
7 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
8.7 km
Near coast
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,335/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: 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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