SHAY GAP
Investor score
54
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
7.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.4%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SHAY GAP
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SHAY GAP 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
$280/wk
WA Bond Authority · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.77%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
63 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
SHAY GAP is a WA 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 7.9%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.4%
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$1,450/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.7%
64.4% owner-occupier
Median age
39.1 yrs
Unemployment
5.0%
Population growth
+1.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
19.1%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
11.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.4%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1363.4 km
Regional
Days on market
35 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
23.8%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
196.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
36/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
School quality
Average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 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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