WOODFORD
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
$1,024,084
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
3.5%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
10.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for WOODFORD
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WOODFORD 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
$700/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+2.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.43%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+9.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.3.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
High supply risk
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WOODFORD is a metropolitan NSW suburb with strong capital growth momentum and moderate rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 3.5% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 10.1% — outperforming state average
- Access to national transport network and amenities
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
$1,942/wk
$77k taxable p.a.
Renters
10.3%
88.0% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.3%
Population growth
+1.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
68%
24% apartments
Degree qualified
37.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
28.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
570 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.9%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
68.8 km
Regional
Days on market
21 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
64.2%
Balanced market
Walkability
61 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
68.8 km
Inland
NBN technology
HFCFast — fibre to node + coaxial
Population density
1,299/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe0.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
30
/ 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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