WATANOBBI
Investor score
49
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
$935,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.6%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-4.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WATANOBBI
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WATANOBBI 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
$650/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-0.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.58%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
45 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WATANOBBI is a NSW suburb offering moderate 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
- Rental yield 3.6% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,532/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
25.9%
70.9% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.0%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
79%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
31.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
12.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.5 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.9%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
75.0 km
Regional
Days on market
75 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
36.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
32 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
25.5 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
55/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2259
🏫Primary (17)
St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St Brendan's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Tuggerah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Jilliby Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Porters Creek Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Woongarrah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Warnervale Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wyong Creek Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wyee Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Gwandalan Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tuggerawong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Lake Munmorah Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Mannering Park Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Kanwal Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Tacoma Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Wyong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Darkinjung Barker
Independent · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (4)
St Peter's Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
St Brigid's Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Wyong High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Lake Munmorah High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (4)
Wyong Christian Community School
Independent · Yrs K-12
Lakes Grammar - An Anglican School
Independent · Yrs K-12
MacKillop Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs K-12
Wadalba Community School
Government · Yrs K-12
⭐Special (1)
HopeTown School
Government · Yrs U
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
Safe0.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average26 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
27
/ 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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