RED HILL ROCKHAMPTON
Investor score
63
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
3.3%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
5.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for RED HILL ROCKHAMPTON
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
RED HILL ROCKHAMPTON 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
$270/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.05%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
RED HILL ROCKHAMPTON is a QLD suburb offering lower 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 3.3% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.6%
- 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
$1,496/wk
$55k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.0%
66.2% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.7%
Population growth
+2.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
85%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
23.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
870 m²
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
520.1 km
Regional
Days on market
47 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
35.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
92 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
41.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
434/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4701
🏫Primary (9)
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Frenchville State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Mount Archer State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Lakes Creek State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Park Avenue State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Glenmore State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Berserker Street State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (3)
Emmaus College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Glenmore State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
North Rockhampton State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Heights College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Lighthouse Christian School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Kingsley College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (1)
Rockhampton North Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-12
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
Safe4.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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