VALLEY OF LAGOONS
Investor score
46
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
5.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
2.1%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for VALLEY OF LAGOONS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
VALLEY OF LAGOONS 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
$200/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+1.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.71%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
55 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
VALLEY OF LAGOONS is a QLD suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 5.9%
- 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
$1,161/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
23.6%
70.2% owner-occupier
Median age
51.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.9%
Population growth
+1.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
14.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
89%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
20.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.9 ha
Large block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.7%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1195.1 km
Regional
Days on market
69 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
29.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
25 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
56.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
123/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 4850
🏫Primary (11)
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Macknade State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Mount Fox State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Abergowrie State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Ingham State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Forrest Beach State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Victoria Plantation State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Trebonne State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
St Peter's Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Toobanna State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
Halifax State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
🎓Secondary (3)
Gilroy Santa Maria College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Ingham State High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
St Teresa's College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Hinchinbrook Christian School
Independent · Yrs 1-7
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
Safe7.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average15 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
Cyclone risk
QLD/NT tropical cyclone zone
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