WEEMELAH
Investor score
45
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
$180,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
4.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
38.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WEEMELAH
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WEEMELAH 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
$170/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
21.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.22%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WEEMELAH is a NSW suburb offering moderate 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 4.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 38.5% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,204/wk
$50k taxable p.a.
Renters
31.6%
50.8% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.8%
Population growth
+1.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
4% apartments
Degree qualified
19.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
14.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.4%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
596.8 km
Regional
Days on market
47 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
31.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
17 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
439.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
148/km²
Low density
Schools in postcode 2406
🏫Primary (1)
St Joseph's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
📚Combined (1)
Mungindi Central School
Government · Yrs P-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
Moderate9.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Disadvantaged2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
8
/ 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
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