SOUTH MACLEAN
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
3.2%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
8.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SOUTH MACLEAN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SOUTH MACLEAN 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
$630/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.65%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
71 / 100
Very high rental demand
Supply pipeline
Est.4.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
High supply risk
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
SOUTH MACLEAN 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 3.2% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.1% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,095/wk
$86k taxable p.a.
Renters
16.7%
80.7% owner-occupier
Median age
35.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.1%
Population growth
+4.5% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
61%
26% apartments
Degree qualified
28.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
480 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.5%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
38.6 km
Regional
Days on market
26 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
55.5%
Balanced market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
18.6 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
813/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 4280
🏫Primary (2)
Jimboomba State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Flagstone State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Flagstone State Community College
Government · Yrs 7-12
Australian Technology and Agricultural College
Independent · Yrs 10-11
📚Combined (2)
Hills International College
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Emmaus College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-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
High crime16.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
20
/ 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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