TULLY HEADS
Investor score
59
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
3.3%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
6.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for TULLY HEADS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
TULLY HEADS 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
$250/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+7.2%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.89%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
TULLY HEADS is a QLD suburb offering lower 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
- Rental yield 3.3% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.6%
- 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
$1,296/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
26.6%
66.4% owner-occupier
Median age
43.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.3%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
85%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
13.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
9.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.4 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1282.5 km
Regional
Days on market
52 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
18 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
36.6 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
82/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4854
🏫Primary (5)
St Clare's School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Lower Tully State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Feluga State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Tully State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Murray River Upper State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Tully State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
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
Safe5.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
14
/ 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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