THE ENTRANCE NORTH
Investor score
39
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
$1,000,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-5.7%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for THE ENTRANCE NORTH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
THE ENTRANCE NORTH 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
$620/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-1.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.35%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
44 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
THE ENTRANCE NORTH 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 3.2% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental 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
$1,455/wk
$46k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.7%
67.3% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.5%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
29.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.0%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
67.9 km
Regional
Days on market
69 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
35.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
21.5 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
97/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2261
🏫Primary (9)
The Central Coast Montessori Primary School
Independent · Yrs K-6
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Bateau Bay Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Chittaway Bay Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Berkeley Vale Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Killarney Vale Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Brooke Avenue Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
The Entrance Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
🎓Secondary (3)
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College The Entrance Campus
Government · Yrs 7-12
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Tumbi Umbi Campus
Government · Yrs 7-10
Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College Berkeley Vale Campus
Government · Yrs 7-10
⭐Special (1)
TLK Youth College
Independent · Yrs 9-12
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
Safe4.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average13 schools 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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