FRANKLIN
Investor score
58
Liveability score
59
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.2.2%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.3.0%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.0%
modelled estimate
AI insights for FRANKLIN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
FRANKLIN 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 rent
$460/wk
weekly
Demand change
+2.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.6
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
0.95%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
51 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
FRANKLIN is a metropolitan ACT suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.2% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$2,429/wk
$91k taxable p.a.
Renters
28.8%
68.9% owner-occupier
Median age
34.0 yrs
Unemployment
1.5%
Population growth
+1.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
22%
63% apartments
Degree qualified
72.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
26.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
80 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.2%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
8.8 km
Middle ring
Days on market
29 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.5%
Balanced market
Walkability
18 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
145.9 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
9,440/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 2913
🏫Primary (5)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Palmerston District Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (2)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7 · Major Cities
📚Combined (1)
Government · Yrs K-10 · Major Cities
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
School quality
Above average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
51
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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