SPEEWA ISLAND
Investor score
48
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
$992,500
NSW VG · 2025
Rent yield
1.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
3.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SPEEWA ISLAND
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SPEEWA ISLAND 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
$275/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.34%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+11.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
44 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
SPEEWA ISLAND is a NSW suburb offering lower 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 1.4% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
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
$2,012/wk
$38k taxable p.a.
Renters
9.1%
79.3% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.6%
Population growth
+0.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
90%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
27.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
15.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.3 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.4%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
725.1 km
Regional
Days on market
65 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
33.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
361.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
149/km²
Low density
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe0.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
AverageSource: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
28
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
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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