THE CHANNON
Investor score
43
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
$680,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
4.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
5.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for THE CHANNON
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
THE CHANNON 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
$520/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.46%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
47 / 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
THE CHANNON is a NSW suburb offering moderate 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 4.0% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.8%
- 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
$1,326/wk
$52k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.8%
69.6% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.4%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
82%
3% apartments
Degree qualified
29.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
606.1 km
Regional
Days on market
71 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
30.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
34.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
65/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2480
🏫Primary (28)
Vistara Primary School
Independent · Yrs 1-6
Eureka Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Eltham Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Carthage's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Clunes Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Whian Whian Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Dunoon Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tuntable Falls Community School
Independent · Yrs K-6
The Channon Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Modanville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Jiggi Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Our Lady Help of Christians Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Corndale Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Bexhill Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tregeagle Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Rosebank Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wyrallah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lismore Heights Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Coffee Camp Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Caniaba Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Albert Park Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wyrallah Road Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Blakebrook Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Manifold Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lismore South Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Larnook Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lismore Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Goonellabah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (5)
St John's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Trinity Catholic College Lismore
Independent · Yrs 7-12
The Rivers Secondary College, Richmond River High Campus
Government · Yrs 7-12
The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus
Government · Yrs 7-12
The Rivers Secondary College, Kadina High Campus
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (6)
Summerland Christian College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Rainbow Ridge School for Steiner Education
Independent · Yrs K-7
Living School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Blue Hills College
Independent · Yrs K-12
Nimbin Central School
Government · Yrs K-12
Dorroughby Environmental Education Centre
Government
⭐Special (1)
Wilson Park School
Government · Yrs U
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
Safe0.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average39 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
17
/ 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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