ROUSE HILL
Investor score
47
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
$1,310,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-18.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ROUSE HILL
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ROUSE HILL 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
$770/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-7.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.34%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+13.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
ROUSE HILL is a metropolitan NSW suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.1% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$3,042/wk
$97k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.8%
73.3% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.0%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
24.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
50%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
38.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
25.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
530 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.9%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
29.9 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
22 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
72.4%
Strong demand
Walkability
43 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
29.9 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
2,016/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 2155
🏫Primary (10)
Ironbark Ridge Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Kellyville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Our Lady of The Rosary Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Sherwood Ridge Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
North Kellyville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Beaumont Hills Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Kellyville Ridge Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Our Lady of the Angels Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Rouse Hill Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tallawong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Kellyville High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Rouse Hill High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (4)
William Clarke College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Hills Adventist College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Rouse Hill Anglican College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Australian International Academy, Kellyville Campus
Independent · Yrs K-12
⭐Special (1)
Tallowood 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
Safe1.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Top tier17 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
27
/ 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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