SANDGATE DC
Investor score
62
Liveability score
58
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
Real$855,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real2.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real6.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SANDGATE DC
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SANDGATE DC 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
$390/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+5.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
59 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
Market overview
SANDGATE DC 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 2.4% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.9%
- 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
$1,934/wk
$72k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.4%
71.9% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.7%
Population growth
+2.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
24.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
22.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
590 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
7.7%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
17.0 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
20 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
46.4%
Buyer's market
Walkability
39 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
17.0 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
2,518/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 4017
🏫Primary (9)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (3)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Sandgate District State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Bracken Ridge State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (1)
Catholic · Yrs 5-12 · Major Cities
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
Moderate8.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Above average13 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
36
/ 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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