ROCKHAMPTON SHOPPING FAIR
Investor score
65
Liveability score
40
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
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.2.6%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
Est.7.4%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ROCKHAMPTON SHOPPING FAIR
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ROCKHAMPTON SHOPPING FAIR 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.
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Median rent
$270/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.79%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.4%
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
ROCKHAMPTON SHOPPING FAIR is a QLD 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 2.6% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.4% — 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
$1,496/wk
$55k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.0%
66.2% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.7%
Population growth
+2.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
90%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
28.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.5%
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
2.5%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
520.3 km
Regional
Days on market
57 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
35.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
2 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
36.3 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,097/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4701
🏫Primary (9)
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (3)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
North Rockhampton State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Inner Regional
📚Combined (3)
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
⭐Special (1)
Rockhampton North Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-12 · Inner Regional
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
Moderate7.5 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average16 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
34
/ 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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