SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH
Investor score
41
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
$1,300,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-7.4%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH 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
$740/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+0.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-2.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.25%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
0.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
SOUTH GOLDEN BEACH is a NSW suburb offering lower rental yield and moderate 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 3.0% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,442/wk
$52k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.0%
68.1% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.3%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
90%
3% apartments
Degree qualified
23.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
639.3 km
Regional
Days on market
57 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
30.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
8 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
43.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
3/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2483
🏫Primary (5)
The Pocket Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Ocean Shores Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Brunswick Heads Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Burringbar Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Crabbes Creek Public School
Government · Yrs K-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
Safe0.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average5 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
13
/ 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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