WOODCROFT
Investor score
50
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
$1,400,000
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
2.3%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
54.7%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
0.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WOODCROFT
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WOODCROFT 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
$608/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+5.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
28.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.77%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+19.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+14.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
62 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WOODCROFT is a metropolitan SA suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro SA suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.3% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 54.7% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,308/wk
$85k taxable p.a.
Renters
24.2%
71.9% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.2%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
59%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
29.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
22.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
550 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
8.1%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
20.7 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
29 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
74 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
15.4 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,167/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5162
🏫Primary (10)
Sunrise Christian School Morphett Vale
Independent · Yrs R-6
Antonio Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs R-6
Emmaus Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs R-6
Woodcroft Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Pimpala Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Calvary Lutheran Primary School
Independent · Yrs R-6
Morphett Vale Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Flaxmill School P-6
Government · Yrs R-6
Coorara Primary School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
Morphett Vale East School
Government · Yrs U, R-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Wirreanda Secondary School
Government · Yrs U, 7-12
📚Combined (3)
Woodcroft College
Independent · Yrs R-12
Southern Vales Christian College
Independent · Yrs R-12
Prescott College Southern
Independent · Yrs R-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
Moderate0.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average14 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: 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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