NSW2251· Pop. 33,721Central Coast (NSW)

YATTALUNGA

EstablishedSteady performer with reliable demand and moderate capital growth

Investor score

48

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

$1,428,500

NSW VG · 2026

Rent yield

2.8%

computed from govt data

Annual growth

-0.5%

annualised from govt data

Vacancy rate

2.1%

modelled estimate

AI insights for YATTALUNGA

Investment analysis, risks & comparisons

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YATTALUNGA 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.

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Median price sourced from NSW VG · 2026 — real government transaction data. Growth, demand and vacancy figures remain modelled estimates.

Median rent

$780/wk

NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026

Demand change

+2.9%

annual shift

Yield × growth index

1.2

combined signal

Net yield (est.)

4.45%

after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance

5-yr growth (CAGR)

+4.9%

est. compound, long-run avg

10-yr growth (CAGR)

+6.8%

est. compound, long-run avg

Rental demand

46 / 100

Moderate demand

Supply pipeline

Est.

1.2%

new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate

Low supply pressure

5-year price history

2020
$875k
2021
$1125k
2022
$1250k
2023
$800k
2024
$1235k
2025
$1435k
2026
$1429k

Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources

Market overview

YATTALUNGA 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 2.8% with stable tenant 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 2022–23

Median household income

$1,717/wk

$47k taxable p.a.

Renters

16.6%

76.8% owner-occupier

Median age

46.0 yrs

Unemployment

3.1%

Population growth

+1.0% p.a.

Investor-owned

15.0%

of all dwellings (ATO)

Houses

83%

6% apartments

Degree qualified

29.1%

bachelor's or higher (ABS)

Work from home

10.4%

of employed residents (ABS Census)

Median lot size

930 m²

Large block

Household size

2.8 persons

avg per dwelling (ABS Census)

Short-term rental

13.7%

Active STR market

Market activity

Distance to CBD

46.5 km

Regional

Days on market

69 days

Slower market

Auction clearance

36.0%

Buyer's market

Walkability

29 / 100

Some errands walkable

Coastal proximity

7.8 km

Near coast

NBN technology

FTTC

Good — fibre to curb

Population density

84/km²

Rural / semi-rural

Schools in postcode 2251

🏫6 Primary🎓1 Secondary📚1 Combined1 Special
ACARA 2025

🏫Primary (6)

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Catholic · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1081

Avoca Beach Public School

Government · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1081

Copacabana Public School

Government · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1064

Coast Christian School

Independent · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1061

Brisbania Public School

Government · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1014

Kincumber Public School

Government · Yrs K-6

ICSEA 1004

🎓Secondary (1)

Kincumber High School

Government · Yrs 7-12

ICSEA 1045

📚Combined (1)

Green Point Christian College

Independent · Yrs K-12

ICSEA 1106

Special (1)

Yattalunga Valley Christian School

Independent · Yrs U

ICSEA 1095

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

Safe
89/ 100

3.2 offences / 100 persons

Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25

School quality

Above average
1061ICSEA · national avg 1000

9 schools in postcode area

Source: ACARA My School 2025

Transit access

Car-dependent
7/ 100
🚆 0 train🚌 4 bus

Source: State GTFS feeds

Gentrification signal

17

/ 100

Stable / no signal

Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.

Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality

Environmental risk

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Flood risk

medium

Source: State GIS flood zone data

🔥

Bushfire risk

low

Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data

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Storm risk

medium

Coastal exposure + state climate

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