WILD CATTLE CREEK
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
$744,500
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.1%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-11.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
2.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WILD CATTLE CREEK
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WILD CATTLE CREEK 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
$450/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.6%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-4.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.13%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 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
WILD CATTLE CREEK is a NSW suburb offering lower 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 3.1% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- 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
$965/wk
$51k taxable p.a.
Renters
18.4%
75.7% owner-occupier
Median age
55.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.8%
Population growth
+1.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
87%
4% apartments
Degree qualified
24.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
980 m²
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
438.6 km
Regional
Days on market
59 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
31.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
24 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
39.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
80/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2453
🏫Primary (5)
Hernani Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Mount St John Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Dorrigo Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Dundurrabin Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Ebor Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Dorrigo High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
Cascade Environmental Education Centre
Government
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
High crime6.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
16
/ 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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