WETHERILL PARK BC
Investor score
57
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
$1,373,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
2.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-0.6%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.3%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WETHERILL PARK BC
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WETHERILL PARK BC 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
+5.4%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
0.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
0.90%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WETHERILL PARK BC is a metropolitan NSW suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental 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
$1,401/wk
$97k taxable p.a.
Renters
36.2%
60.6% owner-occupier
Median age
38.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.3%
Population growth
+3.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
54%
35% apartments
Degree qualified
35.3%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
30.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
610 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
5.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
28.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
19 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
71.9%
Strong demand
Walkability
60 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
28.4 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,997/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2164
🏫Primary (5)
Marion Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
St Gertrude's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
William Stimson Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Smithfield Public School
Government · Yrs P-6
Smithfield West Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
⭐Special (1)
Aspect Western Sydney School
Independent · 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
Safe1.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
32
/ 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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