THE PILLIGA
Investor score
50
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
$345,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
7.4%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
42.3%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for THE PILLIGA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
THE PILLIGA 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
$490/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
24.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.66%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
THE PILLIGA is a NSW suburb offering high rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Strong rental yield of 7.4%
- High annual growth of 42.3% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,292/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.7%
61.1% owner-occupier
Median age
40.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.2%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
93%
3% apartments
Degree qualified
18.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.7 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.8%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
435.4 km
Regional
Days on market
47 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
28.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
17 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
382.8 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
52/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2388
🏫Primary (3)
St Joseph's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Pilliga Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wee Waa Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Wee Waa High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Namoi Valley Christian School
Independent · Yrs K-10
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
Safe1.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Disadvantaged5 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
18
/ 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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