WASHPOOL
Investor score
55
Liveability score
46
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
Real$360,000
Verified research · 2026
Rent yield
Real5.3%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real5.9%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WASHPOOL
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WASHPOOL 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.
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Median rent
$370/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+6.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.01%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
53 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
Market overview
WASHPOOL is a QLD suburb offering high rental yield and steady 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 5.3%
- Consistent annual growth 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
$2,114/wk
$37k taxable p.a.
Renters
23.2%
74.9% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+0.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
4% apartments
Degree qualified
25.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.8%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.9 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
48.4 km
Regional
Days on market
82 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
24.7%
Buyer's market
Walkability
31 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
39.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
6/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4306
🏫Primary (11)
Government · Yrs Prep-6 · Major Cities
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🎓Secondary (1)
Ripley Valley State Secondary College
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (1)
Independent · Yrs Prep-12 · Major Cities
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
Moderate7.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average13 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
25
/ 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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