YAOUK
Investor score
51
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
$367,500
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
17.0%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-35.2%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for YAOUK
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
YAOUK 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
$1,200/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+3.6%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-9.1
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.60%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
-0.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
53 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.5%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
YAOUK is a NSW suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 17.0%
- 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
$1,008/wk
$58k taxable p.a.
Renters
16.4%
73.5% owner-occupier
Median age
58.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.2%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
17.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
70%
15% apartments
Degree qualified
24.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
820 m²
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
324.8 km
Regional
Days on market
31 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
54.8%
Balanced market
Walkability
35 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
140.8 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
833/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 2629
🏫Primary (1)
Adaminaby Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
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
Safe0.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
18
/ 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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