UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA
Investor score
57
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
3.1%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
2.5%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA 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
$420/wk
weekly
Demand change
+2.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.09%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Real1.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA is a metropolitan TAS suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro TAS suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.1% with stable tenant 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
$1,903/wk
$72k taxable p.a.
Renters
33.9%
62.2% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.3%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
35%
49% apartments
Degree qualified
28.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
27.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
260 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
12.2%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
3.9 km
Inner city
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
36.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
79 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
3.9 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
9,074/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 7005
🏫Primary (3)
Princes Street Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Waimea Heights Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Sandy Bay Infant School
Government · Yrs K-2
📚Combined (3)
Fahan School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
The Hutchins School
Independent · Yrs Prep-12
Mount Carmel College
Catholic · Yrs Prep-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
School quality
Top tier6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
33
/ 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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