PORT LINCOLN SOUTH
Investor score
52
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
3.6%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
5.5%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PORT LINCOLN SOUTH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PORT LINCOLN SOUTH 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
$240/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+3.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.89%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PORT LINCOLN SOUTH is a SA suburb offering moderate 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
- Rental yield 3.6% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.5%
- 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
3.6%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
70%
17% apartments
Degree qualified
23.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.3%
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
17.8%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
251.1 km
Regional
Days on market
50 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
53.7%
Balanced market
Walkability
80 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
500 m
Beachfront
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
486/km²
Low density
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
Moderate7.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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
Live suburb intelligence
Fetching live data…Location
Properties in PORT LINCOLN SOUTH
View listingsLocal professionals
Connect with agents and building inspectors who operate in PORT LINCOLN SOUTH. Ask about off-market opportunities, rental appraisals, or arrange a building inspection.
Sign in to contact local professionals
Create a free account to message agents and inspectors directly.
Premium feature
Full suburb intelligence is available to Premium subscribers. Unlock unlimited research, scoring, and market signals.
Upgrade to Premium