GOLDEN GROVE
Investor score
56
Liveability score
40
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
Real$1,160,000
SA Gov · 2026
Rent yield
Real2.9%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real5.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.0.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for GOLDEN GROVE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
GOLDEN GROVE 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
$650/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+6.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.59%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+14.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+10.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
64 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: SA Gov · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
GOLDEN GROVE is a metropolitan SA suburb with steady 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 2.9% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 5.5%
- 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
$1,841/wk
$84k taxable p.a.
Renters
18.6%
77.3% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.8%
Population growth
+2.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
13.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
49%
36% apartments
Degree qualified
27.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
25.2%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
610 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.9%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
21.4 km
Outer suburbs
Days on market
26 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
67.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
12 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
29.9 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
1,170/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5125
🏫Primary (3)
Catholic · Yrs R-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs R-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs R-6 · Major Cities
🎓Secondary (2)
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs U, 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (1)
Independent · Yrs R-12 · 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
Safety index
High crime2.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
24
/ 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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