QLD4570Fraser Coast

SCRUBBY CREEK

EstablishedSteady performer with reliable demand and moderate capital growth

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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.

5.9%

rent real · price estimated

Annual growth

Est.

3.9%

modelled estimate

Vacancy rate

Est.

1.8%

modelled estimate

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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons

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SCRUBBY 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.

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Median rent

$295/wk

QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026

Demand change

+3.2%

annual shift

Yield × growth index

4.9

combined signal

Net yield (est.)

7.17%

after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance

5-yr growth (CAGR)

+9.6%

est. compound, long-run avg

10-yr growth (CAGR)

+5.5%

est. compound, long-run avg

Rental demand

51 / 100

Moderate 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

SCRUBBY CREEK is a QLD suburb offering high 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

Strong rental yield of 5.9%
Access to national transport network and amenities

Risk factors

Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions

Community profile

Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23

Median household income

$1,169/wk

$33k taxable p.a.

Renters

21.4%

75.2% owner-occupier

Median age

46.0 yrs

Unemployment

3.1%

Population growth

+0.5% p.a.

Investor-owned

10.0%

of all dwellings (ATO)

Houses

89%

6% apartments

Degree qualified

17.0%

bachelor's or higher (ABS)

Work from home

12.9%

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

2.2%

Mostly long-term tenants

Market activity

Distance to CBD

151.8 km

Regional

Days on market

60 days

Slower market

Auction clearance

29.3%

Buyer's market

Walkability

1 / 100

Car-dependent

Coastal proximity

36.8 km

Inland

NBN technology

Fixed Wireless

Regional — wireless tower

Population density

105/km²

Low density

Schools in postcode 4570

🏫20 Primary🎓3 Secondary📚4 Combined⭐2 Special

ACARA 2025

🏫Primary (20)

St Patrick's Primary School

Catholic · Yrs Prep-6 · Inner Regional

ICSEA 1039(64%)

346 students18:1 student–teacher49% girls16% top SEA quarter

Dagun State School