PORT LINCOLN
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
7.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.7%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
0.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PORT LINCOLN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PORT LINCOLN 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
$455/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+2.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.01%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PORT LINCOLN 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 7.9%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.7%
- 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
$1,243/wk
$58k taxable p.a.
Renters
33.8%
61.9% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.2%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
78%
17% apartments
Degree qualified
28.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
910 m²
Large block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
165.9 km
Regional
Days on market
60 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
53.7%
Balanced market
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
77.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
779/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5606
🏫Primary (4)
Port Lincoln Junior Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-2
Port Lincoln Primary School
Government · Yrs U, 3-6
Kirton Point Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Lincoln Gardens Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Port Lincoln High School
Government · Yrs U, 7-12
📚Combined (2)
St Joseph's School
Catholic · Yrs R-12
Navigator College
Independent · Yrs R-12
⭐Special (1)
Port Lincoln Special School
Government · Yrs U
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 crime13.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
32
/ 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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