RUSH CREEK
Investor score
55
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
1.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
8.3%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for RUSH CREEK
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
RUSH CREEK 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
$385/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.96%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+11.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
55 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real3.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
RUSH CREEK is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 1.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.3% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,189/wk
$68k taxable p.a.
Renters
9.5%
87.6% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.6%
Population growth
+1.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
70%
26% apartments
Degree qualified
37.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
18.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
490 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
40.9 km
Regional
Days on market
35 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
55.5%
Balanced market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
41.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
2,653/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4521
🏫Primary (2)
Dayboro State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mount Mee State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
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 crime18.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
37
/ 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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