SANTA FE HEIGHTS
Investor score
51
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
4.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SANTA FE HEIGHTS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SANTA FE HEIGHTS 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
$285/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+4.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
7.06%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
SANTA FE HEIGHTS is a QLD suburb offering moderate 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 4.8% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 4.9%
- 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
$1,194/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.0%
66.9% owner-occupier
Median age
46.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.7%
Population growth
+1.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
89%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
14.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.6 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.0%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
296.1 km
Regional
Days on market
55 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
26.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
70.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
58/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4670
🏫Primary (27)
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
St John's Lutheran Primary School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Hope Adventist School
Independent · Yrs Prep-6
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Bargara State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Avondale State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Gooburrum State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Elliott Heads State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Burnett Heads State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Branyan Road State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Kalkie State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Woongarra State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Avoca State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Kolan South State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Oakwood State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Norville State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Alloway State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Sharon State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Moore Park Beach State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bundaberg East State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bundaberg West State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bundaberg North State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Walkervale State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bundaberg South State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Bundaberg Central State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Thabeban State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (5)
Shalom College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Bundaberg State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Bundaberg North State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Kepnock State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Impact Community ACADEMY
Independent · Yrs 11
📚Combined (2)
St Luke's Anglican School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Bundaberg Christian College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
⭐Special (2)
Bundaberg Special School
Government · Yrs Prep-12
Burnett Youth Learning Centre
Independent · Yrs 7-12
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
Safe5.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average35 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
6
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
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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